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atop a hill is a 12th century temple of Chamundershwari. About 13 Kms from
Mysore by road these is also a 1000 step walking track for all those young
at heart to try. The gigantic 4.8 meter tall monolith of Nandi the sacred
vehicle of Lord Shiva is a marvel to watch. Also close to the temple stands
a gigantic statues of the demon Mahishasura. Situated on the heights of Chamundi Hills, the Temple resides Nandi Bull's Sculpture, the Bull denoting vehicle to Lord Shiva, and is one of the seven bulls in the country. The temple has large silver gates and golden idols. It is considered to be a very religious temple, where the blessings of the goddess help devotees to fulfill their need. Pilgrims are supposed to climb the 100 odd steps to the top, to improve their past 'karmas' The hill gets its name from the Goddess Kali or Chamundi, the consort of Shiva and she is the family deity of the Maharajas of Mysore. The Chamundeswari Temple is a fine quadrangular structure with a high 'gopuram' (tower) and 'dwara' (entrance) which is a visible landmark from many miles. 'Mahishasura' was killed by Goddess 'Chamundi' and hence she was given the name 'Mahishasura Mardhini'. The Goddess is seated on a lion, killing the buffalo-headed demon with her trident..
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