Big statue of Nandi Bull in front of Hindu Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple, Tamil Nadu, India
Nandi is the name for the bull which serves as the mount (Vahana) of the god Shiva and as the gatekeeper of Shiva and Parvati. In Hindu Religion, he is the chief guru of eighteen masters (18 Siddhar ) including Patanjali and Thirumular. Temples venerating Shiva display stone images of a seated Nandi, generally facing the main shrine. There are also a number of temples dedicated solely to Nandi.
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Location: Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple, Tamil Nadu, India
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