The Bull is in a sitting posture, its left leg providing small space enough for a devotee to crawl through. It is decorated with excellently carved trappings and chains of bells, making the statue attractive. In the centre of the trappings, under the chin, is the image of its Lord, Shiva in the Linga form, which is worshipped by the priest. The colour of the statue is black because of regular anointment of oil and ghee, which acts as a protecting coat from rain and sun. A ceremony of anointing the statue with butter is conducted once a year.
Taxies are also available from Mysore.
1000 steps for enthusiastic hill-climbers. The temple tower is illuminated on festivals and public holidays in the nights.