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Chamundi Temple
 Location
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Chamundi Hill, Karnataka
Altitude
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1062 m
Dedicated To
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Goddess Chamundi
It is situated on the heights of Chamundi Hills. The Temple is having 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. The temple is approx. 13 kms from Mysore and is only accessable by road from the city of Mysore and is covered by all the package tour operators and the city excursions.
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
The temple is approx. 13 kms from Mysore and is only accessible by way from the city of Mysore and is covered by all the package tour operators and the city excursions.
Tuesdays and Fridays are said to be favorable for visiting the temple.
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