The stone monolith idol of Nandi is continually covered with new layers of butter, benne in the local language of Kannada.

Basavana Gudi is a regular place of visit for tourists and is covered by most of the tour operators including the Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation.

The current tower (vimana) over the shrine was constructed in the early 20th century and is adorned with Saivite figures and motifs.

These farmers faced a recurring problem: every full moon night, a bull would charge into the groundnut fields and cause significant damage, leading to heavy losses.

This two-day fair takes place near the Basavanagudi Bull Temple and attracts farmers from distant villages who come to offer their first crop to Nandi.

Besides groundnuts, the fair features traditional dolls, toys, bangles, food items, and other goods, providing farmers with an opportunity to make a living from their produce.

The garden gets its name from a bugle call made on top of a very large rock formation to alert the nearby dwellers.