People visited the temple for healing water, but it turned out that something entirely different was flowing from the spring.

Visitors to the temple in the Indian city of Vrindavan lined up to drink the healing water that drips from a statue of an elephant. However, it turned out later that this was not a miracle, but ordinary condensation from an air conditioner. The details of this amusing story are revealed by News State.

A viral video showing dozens of people at the Shri Banke Bihari temple (India) queuing in front of a wall statue of an elephant to sip the "divine liquid" shocked many. This incident once again drew public attention to the need to distinguish between religious fanaticism and critical thinking or even common sense.

It was reported that the faithful referred to the liquid as "Charan Amrit" (sacred water from Krishna's feet). The temple administration even published a clarification to convince people not to collect the drops.

"We respect people's faith in God, but it is very important to tell them the truth. The water you are drinking as 'Charan Amrit' actually flows from a tap. It does not contain mandatory ingredients like tulsi and rose petals," explained Dinesh Goswami, who manages the religious institution.

At first glance, air conditioner condensate may seem harmless to human health, but experts warn that the liquid can harbor various bacteria and fungi that can cause serious illnesses.

Upon learning the truth, many believers were disappointed and ultimately accused the church leaders of failing to explain this "miracle" to them in a timely manner.

"We come here with deep faith, and now this news breaks our hearts. The temple should prohibit people from consuming this water, which they consider divine," commented one outraged visitor.

Meanwhile, in Rome, Italy, one of the most famous landmarks in the world was sent for renovations, and the authorities offered tourists an alternative where they can traditionally toss coins. Their new structure did not impress.