 The linga is believed to be a piece of the original Atma Linga and is about two feet below ground level.The devotees performing special sevas like Abhisheka, Rudrabhisheka, Rathotsava etc., can view the deity by standing before the threshold of the sanctum and the Linga is illuminated by oil lamps held close by the priests.The Linga is essentially a rough rock inside a hollowed spot in the ground.