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Location
: Chikmaglur, Karnataka
Significant Feature : Hindu & Muslim Pilgrim Centre
Main Festival : 'Jatra' Or Annual 'Urs'
Situated on the Baba Budan Giri
in the Chikmaglur district is the Inam Dattatreya Peetha venerated by
the Hindus and Muslims alike.
A laterite cave here is believed to have been sanctified by the
residence of Dattatreya Swami as well as Hazrat Dada Hayat Mir Khalander.
The holy site is an outstanding instance of religious tolerance and
universal brotherhood.
The worship here is conducted by a fakir and the annual 'jatra' or 'Urs'
is attended by both Hindus and Muslims with great fervour.
HOW TO GET THERE
Air: The nearest airport is Mangalore (170 kms).
Rail: Chikmaglur is connected to Bangalore , Hassan and Mangalore
by train.
Road: The place is well connected by good motorable roads to the
neighbouring cities.
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