People always look for quick weekend trips that they can fit in around their demanding work schedules. But visiting temples has a special place in people's hearts, even if road trips, hill stations, and visiting historical sites are usually the most popular travel destinations for anyone. It attracts people of all genres. One such temple is Kotilingeshwara Temple in the Kolar district. The Kotilingeshwara Temple is not only a significant religious destination but also a destination of architectural wonder and natural beauty, surrounded by lush greenery and scenic landscapes.
Kotilingeshwara Temple is popular and one of the most holy Hindu temples in India. It is situated in the village of Kammasandra in Kolar district, Karnataka. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple is known for having one of the largest lingas in the world. In Kannada, 'Koti' refers to one crore, and Kotilingeshwara is home to one crore Shivalingas.
The temple has a magnificent structure that catches the attention of devotees and tourists. The linga is surrounded by several thousand smaller lingas made of various materials, including stone, brass, and silver. In total, there are around one crore or ten million lingas present in the temple complex.
- Timings: 6:00 am- 9:00 pm
- Entry Fee: Rs 20 per person
- Parking Charges: Rs 30
History of Kotilingeshwara Temple
It was in 1980 when Swami Sambha Shiva Murthy built this temple. Since the 1980 installation of the first linga, the temple has housed other lingas. Beside the linga, there's also a massive, towering Nandi. The 11m tall Nandi sits atop a massive platform.
There are 11 small temples dedicated to various deities located on the temple's grounds.
The temple premises that feature the massive Nandi statue (35 ft tall) make it one of the largest Nandi statues in the world. The massive linga (108 ft tall) is made of a single granite stone.
Festivals Celebrated In Kotilingeshwara Temple
Major festivals celebrated in Kotilingeshwara Temple are Kodi festival - a festival of newly married couples, Maha Shivaratri, and other significant Hindu festivals which are attended by thousands of devotees every year.
Every day, the priests perform daily poojas at all of the installed Shivalingas. All of the priests perform mantras and pour water on the lingas during the pooja, which is conducted to the beats of drums and music.
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Popular Tourist Attractions To Visit Near Kotilingeshwara Temple
Shri Kolaramma Devi Temple, Kurudumale Ganesha Temple, Tipu's Drop, Avani Hill, and Shri Ramalingeshwara Swami Temple are some of the major tourist attractions that you can explore after visiting Kotilingeshwara Temple.
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How To Reach Kotilingeshwara Temple
The nearest airport is Bengaluru Kempegouda International Airport. From the airport, travellers can hire cabs or rely on public transport to reach Kolar and then to this temple. If you are planning to come here by train then, Coromandel railway station is the nearest railway station to Kotilingeshwara Temple. The temple is easily accessible through roadways as it is located on NH 75, which connects to the major cities
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