Where, in Himachal Pradesh, is the 81 ft idol of Lord Shiva installed?

Kotla Kalan
Kalatop
Sultanpur
Dharamshala

The correct answer is: A. Kotla Kalan

The 81 ft idol of Lord Shiva is installed in Kotla Kalan, a village in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh. The idol is made of black granite and was installed in 2010. It is one of the tallest idols of Lord Shiva in the world.

Kotla Kalan is a small village located about 100 km from Dharamshala. The village is home to a number of temples, including the temple of Lord Shiva. The temple is a popular tourist destination and is visited by people from all over the world.

The idol of Lord Shiva is located in the main hall of the temple. The idol is made of black granite and is about 81 feet tall. The idol is surrounded by a number of smaller idols of other Hindu deities.

The idol of Lord Shiva is a popular tourist attraction. People from all over the world come to see the idol and to pray to Lord Shiva. The idol is also a symbol of the religious and cultural heritage of Himachal Pradesh.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • Kalatop is a village in the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh. It is not home to any major temples or idols.
  • Sultanpur is a town in the Una district of Himachal Pradesh. It is not home to any major temples or idols.
  • Dharamshala is a town in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh. It is home to a number of temples, including the Dalai Lama’s temple. However, it is not home to any major idols of Lord Shiva.