tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-41606517525949713222024-03-19T14:18:21.808+05:30Travel Blog Indian BackpackerA travel blog of an Indian backpacker, Travel Blogs India, Travel tales from India, place to tour in India, our incredible India, incredible India tourist places, incredible India tourism, trekking in IndiaUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger110125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4160651752594971322.post-40264261084504729422023-03-18T11:23:00.008+05:302023-03-18T11:45:11.118+05:30Exploring the Miraculous Om Banna Temple: A Unique Experience in Rajasthan<p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">The Om Banna Temple, also known as the Bullet Baba Temple, is a one-of-a-kind temple located in the Indian state of Rajasthan. As a traveler, visiting this temple was a unique experience that gave me an insight into the local beliefs and culture. </span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">The temple is dedicated to the deity "Om Banna" and is famous for its motorcycle that is enshrined within its premises. </span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlEpNcF1fGfkmgIlBlGBiZF0O51zxUOQYGYiDGk446cLc8KEF4M09vCPkpvP5ig0UKch6Ez1HeEU-h_4OyzPvLD6hOvtLNrXiv24ETAUPN9Bg4QI61tWf0afMUS6-NQpkbmQEd1QKBgbo59rYXdPE51gUph4U_oGGKSTSB468VSxQd13BfyjhRpEZzKA/s1920/vlcsnap-2023-03-18-11h15m02s575.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlEpNcF1fGfkmgIlBlGBiZF0O51zxUOQYGYiDGk446cLc8KEF4M09vCPkpvP5ig0UKch6Ez1HeEU-h_4OyzPvLD6hOvtLNrXiv24ETAUPN9Bg4QI61tWf0afMUS6-NQpkbmQEd1QKBgbo59rYXdPE51gUph4U_oGGKSTSB468VSxQd13BfyjhRpEZzKA/w640-h360/vlcsnap-2023-03-18-11h15m02s575.png" width="640" /></a></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">The story of the Om Banna Temple begins with a man named Om Singh Rathore, who was riding his motorcycle on a dark night in 1988 when he lost control and crashed into a tree. Om Singh died on the spot, but the motorcycle miraculously survived the accident. The police impounded the motorcycle and took it to the station, but it disappeared the next morning and was found at the accident site. The police then took the motorcycle to the station again, and the same thing happened. This continued several times until the locals built a shrine at the accident site and began to worship the motorcycle as a miracle. The locals believe that the motorcycle is possessed by the spirit of Om Singh Rathore, and it is now worshipped as a deity.</span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTrPELgtuH3vHY8rQmFEbxhDgjTF5KFSc07h2-NiMEg_wSRtkOGX4cg7cMf2SSYZquZOKZefJs6xeyCfFCQ2OmBSJ5G_0A0pTAN1PHV2IOOynadEmjLWFdCuLiL6cnqvMPoVD5z7K_YzrrLgQGa0VAbiozkCacd1gUArOiBNkjKRLR6aPakoLrcyUH4g/s4032/IMG_1411.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTrPELgtuH3vHY8rQmFEbxhDgjTF5KFSc07h2-NiMEg_wSRtkOGX4cg7cMf2SSYZquZOKZefJs6xeyCfFCQ2OmBSJ5G_0A0pTAN1PHV2IOOynadEmjLWFdCuLiL6cnqvMPoVD5z7K_YzrrLgQGa0VAbiozkCacd1gUArOiBNkjKRLR6aPakoLrcyUH4g/w640-h480/IMG_1411.HEIC" width="640" /></a></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">It was fascinating to hear about how a motorcycle survived an accident and how it became a deity that is worshipped by the locals. The story of Om Singh Rathore and his motorcycle is a testament to the power of faith and belief.</span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiYt_QqR_8XIF0EuRt8S4yy8586WA9e6idxHw6U7rJEDdLAaHyWsyGN3VV13qSOylMfV6EhD7N36_6f1fPh-l5lN0epcQxgFmgrzYgaltDNuanWWD5DuNYqpaepqA-CLOKdR9-YU0aX0a3tjeqCGN5e63gX0lSNEnLeUgn_dCfkvT1j_X3HmxvPSOICXA" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiYt_QqR_8XIF0EuRt8S4yy8586WA9e6idxHw6U7rJEDdLAaHyWsyGN3VV13qSOylMfV6EhD7N36_6f1fPh-l5lN0epcQxgFmgrzYgaltDNuanWWD5DuNYqpaepqA-CLOKdR9-YU0aX0a3tjeqCGN5e63gX0lSNEnLeUgn_dCfkvT1j_X3HmxvPSOICXA=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></span></div><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">I was driving around Rajasthan. It was 2 weeks road trip that we started from Bangalore. </span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">After exploring mighty Kumbhalgrah fort our next destination was Jodhour. On the way near Pali, Om Banna Temple is located on the National Highway 62.</span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">As I approached the Om Banna Temple, I was amazed at how many people were there. There were many locals and tourists stopping by to pay their respects to the Bullet Baba. The temple itself is a small structure, but it is easy to spot as it is adorned with offerings from the devotees.</span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf_hce_XvWQjp5dXPRHHS95CU8dzNDjop5BkfrfWN38EQjPQCmr8rEvvdq1ZMRfHL3PcOVSOINE_B8s0s2JwKQph1IZVkKzcApoYTpeiaSkG8PmRvL_5gITISX7wJZytwCrFxLDccZe3oTY9BWpz2qZh_WoA9Zi76odj-DimulC40w3kWrLcRnJZAOjw/s1920/vlcsnap-2023-03-18-11h14m29s874.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf_hce_XvWQjp5dXPRHHS95CU8dzNDjop5BkfrfWN38EQjPQCmr8rEvvdq1ZMRfHL3PcOVSOINE_B8s0s2JwKQph1IZVkKzcApoYTpeiaSkG8PmRvL_5gITISX7wJZytwCrFxLDccZe3oTY9BWpz2qZh_WoA9Zi76odj-DimulC40w3kWrLcRnJZAOjw/w640-h360/vlcsnap-2023-03-18-11h14m29s874.png" width="640" /></a></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">As I entered the temple, I was struck by the strong smell of tobacco and liquor. I learned that these are the offerings that are given to the Bullet Baba by the devotees. I am not sure why and how its started but everyone was carrying a bottle of </span><span style="font-size: medium;">liquor for offering.</span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLcxxJ-ZRAk-TN1L1HryYjXY8ttwx6jkLvWCOUA6dLXOT-32X31EvlMs_RZrarPTm_cv5kp0uAqqSCG1URI2WesH8LNgH4Hqw_G1QfNLfwY9eHPWvjpsesGbRUuhrtXey0Yul4nzofNdaWpAK4kCbUqxJM-KZO8TBqd5oD8v-6Rin26n-XFcr3NzL4ug/s1920/vlcsnap-2023-03-18-11h13m45s098.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLcxxJ-ZRAk-TN1L1HryYjXY8ttwx6jkLvWCOUA6dLXOT-32X31EvlMs_RZrarPTm_cv5kp0uAqqSCG1URI2WesH8LNgH4Hqw_G1QfNLfwY9eHPWvjpsesGbRUuhrtXey0Yul4nzofNdaWpAK4kCbUqxJM-KZO8TBqd5oD8v-6Rin26n-XFcr3NzL4ug/w640-h360/vlcsnap-2023-03-18-11h13m45s098.png" width="640" /></a></div><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;"><br /></span></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: medium;">It was interesting to see how the motorcycle is cleaned and worshipped every day, and how the locals tie threads around it for good luck and protection. The devotees believe that the spirit of Om Singh Rathore protects the travelers on the highway and brings good luck and prosperity to those who worship him.</span></p><p></p><p style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">My visit to Om Banna Temple was a unique and unforgettable experience. While my thinking </span>around<span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span>worshipping<span style="font-family: inherit;"> motorcycle, offering </span>liquor might be different from local belief but<span style="font-family: inherit;"> it was fascinating to see how a simple motorcycle had become a symbol of faith and devotion for the people. It was a great opportunity to witness the spirituality and culture of Rajasthan.</span></span></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4160651752594971322.post-80474776363310845792022-02-07T20:09:00.004+05:302022-02-07T20:09:33.505+05:30Wonders of Mahabalipuram<div class="_6SyeS" data-hook="post-description" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 25px 0px 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><article class="blog-post-page-font" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-family: helvetica-w01-roman, helvetica-w02-roman, helvetica-lt-w10-roman, sans-serif; font-size: 18px; font-stretch: normal; font-style: inherit; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration-color: inherit; text-decoration-line: inherit; text-decoration-style: inherit; text-decoration: inherit;"><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-foo" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Talking about glorious past of India, Mahabalipuram comes to my mind. Ancient temples, spell-binding sculptures, rocks reading epic poetry, and mysteries. Mahabalipuram, also known as Mamallapuram, is one of the World Heritage sites and a true testimony to rich Dravidian art and temple architecture. </span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block1" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-17fp" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block2" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-14qg7" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">A popular legend that Gods were jealous of the architectural elegance of Mahabalipuram's monuments, and as a result, they caused floods to occur, which submerged most parts of the city, except for a few structures that are seen now.</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block3" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-46i7m" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block4" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-52o6b" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">This place is located on the East Coast Road in Tamilnadu. The name is said to be derived from the word "Mamallan", which means great warrior, a reference to King Narasimhavarman I., who was known for his love of art and sculpture. He was equally good at trading and having partnerships with other countries, especially with China. It is no wonder Mahabalipuram was chosen for the summit between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping in 2019.</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block5" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-7e2nb" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block6" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-7rvm2" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">My love for architecture and mysteries brought me to Mahabalipuram, though it was not planned. I was vacationing in Pondicherry and, out of blue planned to explore Mahabalipuram for one day. </span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block7" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-2pjc7" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Negotiating heavy rain, we started our journey from Pondicherry. The drive from Pondicherry to Mahabalipuram is a scenic one through east coast. Within two hours of the journey, we reached Mahabalipuram and surprised. The reason, weather was changed entirely, became hot and humid.</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block8" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-cnfdh" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; 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line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">The first monument we saw was the <span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Pancha Ratha (Five Chariots)</span></span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block10" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-v2nb" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); 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border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Each of the five monuments in the complex resembles a chariot and named after Pancha Pandavas and their common wife, Draupadi. We bought the composite ticket there that allows you to visit all the monuments with one ticket. </span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block18" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-8eur3" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Shore Temple </span></span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block19" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-63taq" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">The next one was the beautiful shore temple. It is so named because the temple overlooks the shore of the Bay of Bengal. One of the finest examples of rock-cut stone temple. I overheard the conversation that this temple was acted as a landmark for the navigation of ships. </span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block20" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-8msqu" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; 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font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">I left my car in the parking area, and we walked towards other monuments. </span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block24" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-db49n" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); 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line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Arjuna's penance</span></span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block26" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-3euje" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">It is few meters away from the shore temple parking area. You can see it for free as it is on the main road. </span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block27" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-buv33" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; 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vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block30" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-dl3ki" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Its big open-air rock relief carved on two monolithic rock boulders measuring 29 m × 13 m. The panoramic view of life in the forest is skillfully sculptured, and an ensemble of over a hundred figures of gods, people, half-humans, and animals. The cleft between two boulders is brilliantly utilized to show the flow of river Ganga which is evinced by the presence of Nagas and Naginis. The entire stone carvings were looking vivid and lively</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block31" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-u170" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block32" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-69bsg" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">While there are still so many debates and two schools of thought, is it Arjuna's Penance or Descent of Ganges? Its official name, as per archeological record and information board, is Arjuna's Penance but does it represent Arjuna's penance? </span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block33" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-b0r1c" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block34" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-fv4co" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-weight: 700; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Krishna's butter ball</span></span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block35" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-9hbo1" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Let me ask you a simple question! What will happen when you place a spherical object on an inclined plane? will it roll down, right? If the diameter of any round object like a ball is less and the base which touches the ground is small, it will travel faster than the most object</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block36" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-clsvd" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">But this theory appears to be failing in Mahabalipuram. Next to Arjuna's penance, there is one garden, and there you will see a gigantic granite boulder resting on a short incline and demonstrating an amazing example of a balancing act. You could see this enormous boulder from outside of the main road, but I went into the garden complex and had a closer look.</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block37" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-5lsqk" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; 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padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"></div><div class="" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"></div></div></div></div><div data-hook="rcv-block39" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="image"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-5n8m7" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block40" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-53om6" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Its approximately 6 meters high and 5 meters wide and weighs around 250 tons, located on the edge of hill. It is really surprising to see how this boulder stands on a slope with its base touching only 1.2 meter base of the ground, refusing to give in to gravity. </span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block41" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-f56ee" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block42" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-78m2j" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">As usual, people around it blocked the views, and I was not getting a clear picture. While I was trying to take a close look, one young man asked me if I could take his picture. I said, ok. He then made a perfect pose, with his two hands, he tried to push the boulder. I smiled and took his picture from his mobile phone.</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block43" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-8oqc5" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block44" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-b3dvr" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Later I noticed that was perfect and typical picture pose for most of the tourists.</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block45" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-4ehn1" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block46" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-6q9kv" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Few being lazy simply sitting underneath and relaxing. let's talk about its origin, history, and myth around it first.</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block47" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-b95bm" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block48" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-f5aj8" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">As per Hindu mythology, Lord Krishna often stole butter from his mother's butter handi. Devotees began to view this stone as Krishna's butter and, thus the name Krishna's butterball.</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block49" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-ct4c3" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block50" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-4qmjh" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">However, this giant boulder's original name is "Vaan Irai Kal" in Tamil, which means "Stone of Sky God".</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block51" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-5rjjq" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">We don't know the origin of this boulder, but it is said to have been at the same place for 1200 years, defying gravity. </span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block52" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-1c5ip" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Few more stories of how Pallava king made failed attempt to move the boulder. In 1908 the Governor of Madras Arthur Lawley also decided to remove it. He feared for the safety of the town at the base of the hill. For these seven elephants were used to move the rock, but it didn't move an inch.</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block53" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-buc3c" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Mahaballipuran has seen all the natural calamity Cyclone, wind, rain, earthquake, and even tsunami all these years all failed to make any effect on this marvelous stone.</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block54" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-3jcq7" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block55" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-4jhpn" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Is this a supernatural phenomenon or are there any scientific reasons? </span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block56" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-anesd" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block57" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-9f4o4" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Many believe it's a natural formation but a stone taking this kind of shape owning to erosion, water flow, and strong wind is impossible, so how was this big ball brought here 1200 years ago. If it was impossible to push this rock downhill, how was it pushed up the hill? If you look around in the hill and see, you won't find any larger stone like this. Why is there only one stone?</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block58" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-c3k1f" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block59" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-co1ml" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Enough of myth, stories, conspiracy theories, here are two reasons I could think about, friction and center of gravity. </span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block60" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-59ovr" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Friction prevents the rock from sliding down, conceptually similar to how we stand on sloping ground Center of gravity allows it to balance on a small contact area. Its act of balancing and Krishna's butterball is not the only one in world. There are many.</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block61" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-balsn" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><br role="presentation" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></span></div><div data-hook="rcv-block62" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="empty-line"></div><p class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-9rp06" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">In between Panch Ratha and Shore temple, there is one cave and lighthouse. We didn’t visit those places and left the town.</span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block63" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div class="mm8Nw _1j-51 _1atvN _1FoOD _3M0Fe _2WrB- _1atvN public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 fixed-tab-size public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr" id="viewer-cna4r" style="-webkit-text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--ricos-custom-p-color,unset); direction: ltr; font-family: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-size,unset); font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; 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font-stretch: inherit; font-style: var(--ricos-custom-p-font-style,unset); font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: 1.5; margin: 0px; min-height: var(--ricos-custom-p-min-height,unset); outline: 0px; padding: 0px; text-decoration: var(--ricos-custom-p-text-decoration,unset); vertical-align: baseline;"><span class="_2PHJq public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; direction: ltr; display: block; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">With lots of unanswered questions and admiration for ancient structures, I drove back to rainy Pondicherry from Mahabalipuram's heat. </span></p><div data-hook="rcv-block67" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" type="paragraph"></div><div data-hook="rcv-block-last" style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; 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While traveling to NH44, Chennai, Pondicherry I have always noticed the Krishnagiri hill and planned to trek one day.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"qek5","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"56c2q","text":"That day finally came. Route to Krishnagiri is fairly simple, once you cross Electronic city, drive straight through NH44, Hosur and then Krishnagiri. After Krishnagiri toll plaza, take left towards the bus stand and from there you could see Krishnagiri standing tall.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"99c0s","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"4u5ti","text":" ","type":"atomic","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[{"offset":0,"length":1,"key":0}],"data":{}},{"key":"dd4or","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"40l7t","text":"Krishnagiri fort was built in 16 century by King Krishnadevarayalu of the Vijayanagar Empire, thus the name Krishna (the king) and Giri (hill).","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"67nl5","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"dcih9","text":"After having typical south Indian breakfast, Dosa, Idly and Tea, we reached at the base of Krishnagiri hill fort. There you have a temple, you can park your vehicle over there. Nicely built staircase initially and then you are at your own, though there are some direction indicators. After some time panoramic visual of Krishnagiri town started appearing.","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"63n4j","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"ck9h9","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"2f2nm","text":" ","type":"atomic","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[{"offset":0,"length":1,"key":1}],"data":{}},{"key":"9tuni","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"bjfeo","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"7dalq","text":" ","type":"atomic","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[{"offset":0,"length":1,"key":2}],"data":{}},{"key":"anqe4","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"ft53h","text":"It was quite simple and short trek. Once we reached at the second last level of hill, we noticed there are two diversion. When we took left, we reached at the Dargah built there. ","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"8u4vu","text":"","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}},{"key":"fhq9k","text":"There were few visitors. 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","type":"unstyled","depth":0,"inlineStyleRanges":[],"entityRanges":[],"data":{}}],"entityMap":{"0":{"type":"wix-draft-plugin-image","mutability":"IMMUTABLE","data":{"config":{"alignment":"center","size":"content","showTitle":true,"showDescription":true,"textWrap":"wrap"},"src":{"id":"52e98b_99cdd21fbcac477e9828565786c4680d~mv2.png","height":642,"width":953,"original_file_name":"BAF60A69-E320-4907-91BC-211498126ABB_1_105_c_edited.png","file_name":"52e98b_99cdd21fbcac477e9828565786c4680d~mv2.png"}}},"1":{"type":"wix-draft-plugin-image","mutability":"IMMUTABLE","data":{"config":{"alignment":"center","size":"content","showTitle":true,"showDescription":true,"textWrap":"wrap"},"src":{"id":"52e98b_408c34d9b7e5452a871fe52aaf58d5bd~mv2.jpeg","height":1024,"width":768,"original_file_name":"E04696D8-1472-486E-8C6B-16EEDBDE8032_1_105_c.jpeg","file_name":"52e98b_408c34d9b7e5452a871fe52aaf58d5bd~mv2.jpeg"}}},"2":{"type":"wix-draft-plugin-image","mutability":"IMMUTABLE","data":{"config":{"alignment":"center","size":"content","showTitle":true,"showDescription":true,"textWrap":"wrap"},"src":{"id":"52e98b_2f46f57cf7a54617acd5e8ff6ed2402f~mv2.jpeg","height":1024,"width":768,"original_file_name":"291459DF-7A54-4545-B71B-8E78C44BE77F_1_105_c.jpeg","file_name":"52e98b_2f46f57cf7a54617acd5e8ff6ed2402f~mv2.jpeg"}}},"3":{"type":"wix-draft-plugin-image","mutability":"IMMUTABLE","data":{"config":{"alignment":"center","size":"content","showTitle":true,"showDescription":true,"textWrap":"wrap"},"src":{"id":"52e98b_fda20e91101f41fbb226c1bb2ce5220d~mv2.jpeg","height":1024,"width":768,"original_file_name":"3E19C8A4-7A9F-41FD-A75C-5C1403F530AC_1_105_c.jpeg","file_name":"52e98b_fda20e91101f41fbb226c1bb2ce5220d~mv2.jpeg"}}},"4":{"type":"wix-draft-plugin-image","mutability":"IMMUTABLE","data":{"config":{"alignment":"center","size":"content","showTitle":true,"showDescription":true,"textWrap":"wrap"},"src":{"id":"52e98b_9645a220cd864ad6b678c05462d7ea37~mv2.jpeg","height":768,"width":1024,"original_file_name":"3A2DF5B7-AC9A-49A4-8DA9-94E6B580CEFA_1_105_c.jpeg","file_name":"52e98b_9645a220cd864ad6b678c05462d7ea37~mv2.jpeg"}}},"5":{"type":"wix-draft-plugin-image","mutability":"IMMUTABLE","data":{"config":{"alignment":"center","size":"content","showTitle":true,"showDescription":true},"src":{"id":"52e98b_ec286534ce3f45238de173fa40cacaf5~mv2.jpg","height":768,"width":1024,"original_file_name":"D26317B3-295D-40B7-8092-DDD23DB25FF3_1_105_c.jpeg","file_name":"52e98b_ec286534ce3f45238de173fa40cacaf5~mv2.jpg"}}}},"VERSION":"8.68.2"}" style="white-space: pre-wrap;"><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="foo-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="foo-0-0"><span data-offset-key="foo-0-0">Krishnagiri is 60 km from Bangalore on National Highway 44. While traveling to NH44, Chennai, Pondicherry I have always noticed the Krishnagiri hill and planned to trek one day.</span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="db61h-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="db61h-0-0"><span data-offset-key="db61h-0-0"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="aleju-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="aleju-0-0"><span data-offset-key="aleju-0-0">That day finally came. Route to Krishnagiri is fairly simple, once you cross Electronic city, drive straight through NH44, Hosur and then Krishnagiri. After Krishnagiri toll plaza, take left towards the bus stand and from there you could see Krishnagiri standing tall.</span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="9ps0-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="9ps0-0-0"><span data-offset-key="9ps0-0-0"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjWxBlt9smLEbzoQ8s4c9WBu7kqffbXVfs2HIGMFRyZW0oiEHFuWIAvLX3m41cXfvWZ1mHkTlXmImt8EVzHJLClB1MHsrbk4mE45FdTPA5qjXUx51KbRxAPIvC8TYGYeQm-k3U1oMopcvIKx0e1l_hnjZ-uec2t_wYHCHv0if70f8hOk6XxG8S3zr01HQ=s983" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="983" height="520" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjWxBlt9smLEbzoQ8s4c9WBu7kqffbXVfs2HIGMFRyZW0oiEHFuWIAvLX3m41cXfvWZ1mHkTlXmImt8EVzHJLClB1MHsrbk4mE45FdTPA5qjXUx51KbRxAPIvC8TYGYeQm-k3U1oMopcvIKx0e1l_hnjZ-uec2t_wYHCHv0if70f8hOk6XxG8S3zr01HQ=w640-h520" width="640" /></a></div><figure class="_2zSkX _2xaV9" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="cg898-0-0"><br /></figure><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="ell7n-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="ell7n-0-0"><span data-offset-key="ell7n-0-0">Krishnagiri fort was built in 16 century by King Krishnadevarayalu of the Vijayanagar Empire, thus the name Krishna (the king) and Giri (hill).</span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="21u9i-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="21u9i-0-0"><span data-offset-key="21u9i-0-0"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="fu69q-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="fu69q-0-0"><span data-offset-key="fu69q-0-0">After having typical south Indian breakfast, Dosa, Idly and Tea, we reached at the base of Krishnagiri hill fort. There you have a temple, you can park your vehicle over there. Nicely built staircase initially and then you are at your own, though there are some direction indicators. After some time panoramic visual of Krishnagiri town started appearing.</span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="43hfr-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="43hfr-0-0"><span data-offset-key="43hfr-0-0"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><figure class="_2zSkX _2xaV9" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="antfi-0-0"><div class="_1BaDs _2OtS3 CKAfH _1CBud _3L9s_ _1au4D f3bms4w _3eCPQ undefined kWFic" data-focus="true" role="none" style="cursor: default; position: relative;" width="20"><div class="_2kEVY" data-hook="imageViewer" role="button" tabindex="0"><div class="_3WJnn f3bms4w"><img class="OzAYt _3xs9_" height="640" src="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/52e98b_408c34d9b7e5452a871fe52aaf58d5bd~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_768,h_1024,al_c,q_90/52e98b_408c34d9b7e5452a871fe52aaf58d5bd~mv2.webp" style="opacity: 1;" width="480" /></div><div></div><div></div></div><div class="aWTlU" data-hook="componentOverlay" draggable="true" role="none"></div></div></figure><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="9tv9g-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="9tv9g-0-0"><span data-offset-key="9tv9g-0-0"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="cmq1g-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="cmq1g-0-0"><span data-offset-key="cmq1g-0-0"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><figure class="_2zSkX _2xaV9" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="4u0p7-0-0"><div class="_1BaDs _2OtS3 CKAfH _1CBud _3L9s_ _1au4D f3bms4w _3eCPQ undefined kWFic" data-focus="true" role="none" style="cursor: default; position: relative;" width="20"><div class="_2kEVY" data-hook="imageViewer" role="button" tabindex="0"><div class="_3WJnn f3bms4w"><img class="OzAYt _3xs9_" height="640" src="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/52e98b_2f46f57cf7a54617acd5e8ff6ed2402f~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_768,h_1024,al_c,q_90/52e98b_2f46f57cf7a54617acd5e8ff6ed2402f~mv2.webp" style="opacity: 1;" width="480" /></div><div></div><div></div></div><div class="aWTlU" data-hook="componentOverlay" draggable="true" role="none"></div></div></figure><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="6b5b6-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="6b5b6-0-0"><span data-offset-key="6b5b6-0-0"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="5dr8f-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="5dr8f-0-0"><span data-offset-key="5dr8f-0-0">It was quite simple and short trek. Once we reached at the second last level of hill, we noticed there are two diversion. When we took left, we reached at the Dargah built there. </span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="4irf2-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="4irf2-0-0"><span data-offset-key="4irf2-0-0"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="2qlih-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="2qlih-0-0"><span data-offset-key="2qlih-0-0">There were few visitors. We came back to same diversion again, continued our trek to the right hand side and reached at the top of the hill.</span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="cjdes-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="cjdes-0-0"><span data-offset-key="cjdes-0-0"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><figure class="_2zSkX _2xaV9" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="6md5h-0-0"><div class="_1BaDs _2OtS3 CKAfH _1CBud _3L9s_ _1au4D f3bms4w _3eCPQ undefined kWFic" data-focus="true" role="none" style="cursor: default; position: relative;" width="20"><div class="_2kEVY" data-hook="imageViewer" role="button" tabindex="0"><div class="_3WJnn f3bms4w"><img class="OzAYt _3xs9_" height="640" src="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/52e98b_fda20e91101f41fbb226c1bb2ce5220d~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_768,h_1024,al_c,q_90/52e98b_fda20e91101f41fbb226c1bb2ce5220d~mv2.webp" style="opacity: 1;" width="480" /></div><div></div><div></div></div><div class="aWTlU" data-hook="componentOverlay" draggable="true" role="none"></div></div></figure><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="f487j-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="f487j-0-0"><span data-offset-key="f487j-0-0"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="8te6b-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="8te6b-0-0"><span data-offset-key="8te6b-0-0">There are few ruined structure of fort and you can get complete panoramic view of Krishnagiri and NH44. </span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="c5vmj-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="c5vmj-0-0"><span data-offset-key="c5vmj-0-0"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="333rj-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="333rj-0-0"><span data-offset-key="333rj-0-0"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><figure class="_2zSkX _2xaV9" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="donsl-0-0"><div class="_1BaDs _2OtS3 CKAfH _1CBud _3L9s_ _1au4D f3bms4w _3eCPQ undefined kWFic" data-focus="true" role="none" style="cursor: default; position: relative;" width="20"><div class="_2kEVY" data-hook="imageViewer" role="button" tabindex="0"><div class="_3WJnn f3bms4w"><img class="OzAYt _3xs9_" height="480" src="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/52e98b_9645a220cd864ad6b678c05462d7ea37~mv2.jpeg/v1/fill/w_1024,h_768,al_c,q_90/52e98b_9645a220cd864ad6b678c05462d7ea37~mv2.webp" style="opacity: 1;" width="640" /></div><div></div><div></div></div><div class="aWTlU" data-hook="componentOverlay" draggable="true" role="none"></div></div></figure><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="4roel-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="4roel-0-0"><br /></div></div><figure class="_2zSkX _2xaV9" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="3mcis-0-0"><div class="_1BaDs _2OtS3 CKAfH _1CBud _3L9s_ _1au4D f3bms4w _3eCPQ undefined kWFic" data-focus="true" role="none" style="cursor: default; position: relative;" width="20"><div class="_2kEVY" data-hook="imageViewer" role="button" tabindex="0"><div class="_3WJnn f3bms4w"><img class="OzAYt _3xs9_" height="480" src="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/52e98b_ec286534ce3f45238de173fa40cacaf5~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_1024,h_768,al_c,q_90/52e98b_ec286534ce3f45238de173fa40cacaf5~mv2.webp" style="opacity: 1;" width="640" /></div><div></div><div></div></div><div class="aWTlU" data-hook="componentOverlay" draggable="true" role="none"></div></div></figure><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="e3i42-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="e3i42-0-0"><span data-offset-key="e3i42-0-0"><br data-text="true" /></span></div></div><div class="_25Ehb _3qYRK Zn7O0 public-DraftStyleDefault-block-depth0 public-DraftStyleDefault-text-ltr fixed-tab-size rich_content_P" data-block="true" data-editor="editor" data-offset-key="4r7fa-0-0"><div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="4r7fa-0-0"><span data-offset-key="4r7fa-0-0">Overall it was nice, easy level of trekking. </span></div></div></div><br /></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4160651752594971322.post-76432964983923726672021-08-25T09:46:00.003+05:302021-08-25T09:47:50.401+05:30Jayamangali Blackbuck Reserve<p>Its highly unlikely that you roam around and drive freely on conservation reserve in India, but Jayamangali Blackbuck reserve is an exception. </p><p>Just 103 KM from Bangalore, near Madhugiri town, Jayamangali Blackbuck Reserve has the second largest contiguous population of blackbuck in Karnataka. Spread over 3km of grassland, it is home to near threatened Blackbuck and declared as only notified protected area.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF8QSdPKJkDhimVBdJ_5c4erlmd1dhDmq5aAE937SQWo7Hm8FtTr8kEuIVvbMKETLmS1y9PLyRUun5NeuyKQyyaOnxVGLUxVPCt_2U2cqLW9eI11TYhHrMvQjmMn_tPxt16NQLpiuC2Gf-/s1298/IMG_7317.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1123" data-original-width="1298" height="554" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF8QSdPKJkDhimVBdJ_5c4erlmd1dhDmq5aAE937SQWo7Hm8FtTr8kEuIVvbMKETLmS1y9PLyRUun5NeuyKQyyaOnxVGLUxVPCt_2U2cqLW9eI11TYhHrMvQjmMn_tPxt16NQLpiuC2Gf-/w640-h554/IMG_7317.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>The route we took to reach blackbuck reserve, was from Yelhanka, Doddaballapura, Makalidurga and then towards Madhugiri. Excellent roads and scenic route. Scenic view of Makalidurga in early morning made our drive more pleasant. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvYCyEOBuP-dChRKeZmo7h6WLsBG58BrqF_BbyIWCEk_fxrEE-GTWHfsaHgEOR941otDcpFlLqZ1UGkxrdVqttVW6bSI4BCLny7jAeQVW6J3ZIKSuDn2L2Wvsm5D1RA0NPJTMGqfp6qYNz/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvYCyEOBuP-dChRKeZmo7h6WLsBG58BrqF_BbyIWCEk_fxrEE-GTWHfsaHgEOR941otDcpFlLqZ1UGkxrdVqttVW6bSI4BCLny7jAeQVW6J3ZIKSuDn2L2Wvsm5D1RA0NPJTMGqfp6qYNz/w640-h360/vlcsnap-2021-08-25-09h36m24s487.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>After 2 hours of hassle free drive from Bangalore, we reached Jayamangali. You can find a signboard at this location (<a href="https://goo.gl/maps/ud9bfSk26fC6iuCb8" target="_blank">Map link</a>), from here you will have to take right and mud road started. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiegyNdQkeqvnWQ1CK03xcTx6L4vdVDP0kXAqrqEDJBrh5ynyajnD0X-BqrKETatyDHxhQtInhZ-hz1-rXfSlbUDtSG3YiJk-dAZunVZLby8UKX8STJwbkXmZMEoQeqKfVko74HDcnbhqti/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiegyNdQkeqvnWQ1CK03xcTx6L4vdVDP0kXAqrqEDJBrh5ynyajnD0X-BqrKETatyDHxhQtInhZ-hz1-rXfSlbUDtSG3YiJk-dAZunVZLby8UKX8STJwbkXmZMEoQeqKfVko74HDcnbhqti/w640-h480/IMG_8638.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>It was purely off drive road condition for next three and half km. If you have a car with lower ground clearance and front wheel drive, I wouldn't recommend that to visit during rainy season.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ9dUo_T_7IGn7v2hb3eur5xIYYl2djy_TcrmE4U482D1QUdfdvBY-aHfj29wnlwEj807ZFGkNPIMoZzPjr9qY1hXOnxI_t648OAWmssXeWJ9NOIq6nmgJZvwCqzDqZoOQt5UtK_uDArtt/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ9dUo_T_7IGn7v2hb3eur5xIYYl2djy_TcrmE4U482D1QUdfdvBY-aHfj29wnlwEj807ZFGkNPIMoZzPjr9qY1hXOnxI_t648OAWmssXeWJ9NOIq6nmgJZvwCqzDqZoOQt5UtK_uDArtt/w640-h360/vlcsnap-2021-08-25-09h37m57s565.png" width="640" /></a></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv1Snnv_OLXfsAxxN1kW6K_Lg99Y-95rRSUUir4bSEm6RnFqV7S7eAsPGGDqzao417ogCW2AGTL2LjwHfgHFjSJ2zoocSsVEMP3J4pEE-N93pVeiOt1w2K4hVovbvGnA7EQ4PMsKK0nifJ/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv1Snnv_OLXfsAxxN1kW6K_Lg99Y-95rRSUUir4bSEm6RnFqV7S7eAsPGGDqzao417ogCW2AGTL2LjwHfgHFjSJ2zoocSsVEMP3J4pEE-N93pVeiOt1w2K4hVovbvGnA7EQ4PMsKK0nifJ/w640-h360/vlcsnap-2021-08-25-09h37m33s950.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>For us, there was no such issue and we covered the entire stretch slowly, not because of road condition but you will to keep looking around to get the glimpse of blackbucks.</p><p>and we spotted many. They were bit far away from road.</p><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRJVkEIz7NRBWgip_NMx302jklWMPfaCVUhVfTSUEZtlzB-OmZCQD2srupLP0Rqnd9IvshX6mFu0fGuT6OXLJtIL7hNSOxKgViFx7NhLzyTZ2AXUxTqOLJbwflj7kGndsj8lxJXtAGFVTZ/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRJVkEIz7NRBWgip_NMx302jklWMPfaCVUhVfTSUEZtlzB-OmZCQD2srupLP0Rqnd9IvshX6mFu0fGuT6OXLJtIL7hNSOxKgViFx7NhLzyTZ2AXUxTqOLJbwflj7kGndsj8lxJXtAGFVTZ/w640-h640/DFC96957-556A-4E92-B606-AEDAF2B56485.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4sUkCFV5WMuw8ddUvnV9cfH9-Peaq6b0SaFhr1KdM-RiTbhdrwlPE0Maq7i2C8sn43i8-KImuAStAoZuAuFN6eDZPG9hYvOJzjw_pJ4ZqJz8UXX_yh2Ls9nMeL0ds2W2EDmqBboO8Q6OB/s2048/IMG_7373.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4sUkCFV5WMuw8ddUvnV9cfH9-Peaq6b0SaFhr1KdM-RiTbhdrwlPE0Maq7i2C8sn43i8-KImuAStAoZuAuFN6eDZPG9hYvOJzjw_pJ4ZqJz8UXX_yh2Ls9nMeL0ds2W2EDmqBboO8Q6OB/w640-h426/IMG_7373.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>The blackbucks or Indian antelope inhibits on grassy plains and lightly forested area with perennial water sources. The distinguished feature of male is the long and ringed horn. </p><p>The entire stretch of 3 km, has entry gate, watchtowers, watchman shed, we could find few houses most probably rest-houses of forest Department. Surprised to see many farm lands and human habitation was quite evident. However there was less movement of people. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9IgTdgXyYoziOm4SsOXViXa9nTd-Q50RBLGIbxthh9gS4gw1uVDdh5LNc6MA5OgdpdSIyiTifrby6GnIOC1TzRqthXKC76NL5lJFLNR7KgZIMoP8YyEMyFM3OQmQNJXjn2-qdTXMYKyiC/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9IgTdgXyYoziOm4SsOXViXa9nTd-Q50RBLGIbxthh9gS4gw1uVDdh5LNc6MA5OgdpdSIyiTifrby6GnIOC1TzRqthXKC76NL5lJFLNR7KgZIMoP8YyEMyFM3OQmQNJXjn2-qdTXMYKyiC/w640-h360/vlcsnap-2021-08-25-09h38m47s385.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Not just blackbucks but if you are patient enough, you could see many spices of birds. If you have interest in wildlife photography, carry at least 500mm lenses. </p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWmW5W8kD0jWxx0IW5k8MNcwv-OSHD5sYQkbtFX4qbjxxHMdFpx3RPBzLv_BScX7qjZrcTkM1Z6PZyM4KybN9cP4nniKiZWUCvlfFi-OKPxNMzhlkV2iP1BvuRLdnLSCboosfBpW6v_4Sj/s2048/IMG_7353.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWmW5W8kD0jWxx0IW5k8MNcwv-OSHD5sYQkbtFX4qbjxxHMdFpx3RPBzLv_BScX7qjZrcTkM1Z6PZyM4KybN9cP4nniKiZWUCvlfFi-OKPxNMzhlkV2iP1BvuRLdnLSCboosfBpW6v_4Sj/w640-h426/IMG_7353.JPG" width="640" /></a></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhE8w33mo8EJfyQ545mJgYG1C37gy-nQhr1FoGQPcYU4Q85aQ7XG92KzvQBuftXeoVQOwAKZLV9qjYuqMq8jE80uEt8dsBjzXMwFoWsU1IL6y6Y4ID7esbjqnhGdTF48cyK3YRx2JpvVUhS/s2048/IMG_7339.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhE8w33mo8EJfyQ545mJgYG1C37gy-nQhr1FoGQPcYU4Q85aQ7XG92KzvQBuftXeoVQOwAKZLV9qjYuqMq8jE80uEt8dsBjzXMwFoWsU1IL6y6Y4ID7esbjqnhGdTF48cyK3YRx2JpvVUhS/w640-h426/IMG_7339.JPG" width="640" /></a></p><p>We managed to click pictures of few using 250mm lenses, mobile phone and those were not bad. Beside taking pictures, we were in for visual treat and spotting rare, threathned species of antelopes was great experience. </p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4160651752594971322.post-37232668087962607232021-05-22T11:58:00.004+05:302021-05-22T11:58:33.607+05:30The Queen's Stepwell - Rani ki Vav<p>One of the finest and largest of its kind, Rani ki Vav in Patan is UNESCO World Heritage site. Located on the bank of Sarasvati river it was built in 11the century. At that time Kings used to build monuments for Queens after their death for memories but Rani ki Vav is opposite.</p><p>The stepwell is known as Rani ki Vav as it was built by Queen Udayamati in during Chalukya period in 11the century. </p><p>There were two reasons to built stepwell, one was the lack of water in the area and in the memory of her late husband.</p><p>I was in Ahmedabad and one fine day I planned to explore Rani ki Vav in Patan and then Sun Temple in Modhera. Rani ki Vav in Patan is 102 km from Ahmedabad and after 2 hours of road journey I reached there. It was weekday and place was not crowded.</p><p>After parking our car, we headed to ticket counter. For India citizen entry fee was 40 rs. It was good to see the way entire complex was painted. Neat and clean.</p><p>After walking for 100 meters, we reached at the stepwell and awe stuck with its amazing architecture. While we were taking some pictures, one guide approached us and offered his service. We happily agreed as we wanted to know more about the amazing place. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtm-hViw3v_yrA9naGe4gqt35geCQOURMrL0AgMY8lzDoAiWINpdeyF_Wk-1r7dfMeBjTIhQH3hCw6Y6OBUUZYQFeHoVBwXM0bd4y3z3SNUl-VjygWUDvDzgBO9N73ex6AJ8BTESxSwAu9/s2048/IMG_7114.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1365" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtm-hViw3v_yrA9naGe4gqt35geCQOURMrL0AgMY8lzDoAiWINpdeyF_Wk-1r7dfMeBjTIhQH3hCw6Y6OBUUZYQFeHoVBwXM0bd4y3z3SNUl-VjygWUDvDzgBO9N73ex6AJ8BTESxSwAu9/w640-h426/IMG_7114.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><p>We were not disappointed and guided tour was so informative and an eye opener. Few facts </p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Stepwell is designed as underground shrine or inverted temple. </li><li>It is Nanda -type stepwell. The entrance is located in the east while the well is located at the westernmost.</li><li>It measures approximately 65 metres (213 ft) long, 20 metres (66 ft) wide and 28 metres (92 ft) deep.</li><li>The stepwell is divided into seven levels of stairs which lead down to deep circular well.</li><li>The entire structure is made of sandstone. Stepped corridors lead around pillared pavilions or terraces, down to the reservoir (or tank). The well is beyond that.</li><li>There are 212 pillars. 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The ASI has done great job over there. The well maintained current state we see is far from earlier state in 1980 era. in 1986 major excavation and restoration work was carried out by ASI. Our guide showed us those photos what it was before excavation and we were surprised. Hats off to ASI.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I will post another blog to show you some pictures before excavation, restoration and current pics. I am sure you all will be amazed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4160651752594971322.post-31707562227879151762021-01-22T10:55:00.003+05:302021-01-22T12:44:33.814+05:30Curiously Wandering<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 24px; margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: arial;">You might say!! No Way!! 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An ancient Hoysala era Mahakali idol was found damaged in Doddagaddavalli near Hassan District, Karnataka.</p><p>This sad news took me back to lockdown memories, when I got chance to visit Belur and Halebidu after lockdown was open and only intrastate travel was allowed. </p><p>I had been to Belur before but this time I was hoping less crowd and ample time to explore temples in Belur and Halebidu. I was not disappointed though it was drizzlling all the day.</p><p>After crossing Hassan and before Belur, we took a right turn and reached small village of Doddagaddavalli to see the lessor known Laxmi Devi Temple.</p><p>Temple is unlike other Hoysala temple as its not built over Jagati (platform) and its unique because of chatuskuta design as it has four shrine of Mahakali, Mahalaxmi, Vishnu and Bhutnatha</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwCA0ZgaCrrhONkBW2397K8VVTioBwi9RV9u4eg9r7tnX97tNW0AB40YJS5hUNR-wX0p4esagR0LKFn79leFsgt8Q3G8B1KGLtuQiXuzoNkanj9mE4W7I6kFs5FkhcfH9P3R3QbJMdw59D/s2048/IMG_5741.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwCA0ZgaCrrhONkBW2397K8VVTioBwi9RV9u4eg9r7tnX97tNW0AB40YJS5hUNR-wX0p4esagR0LKFn79leFsgt8Q3G8B1KGLtuQiXuzoNkanj9mE4W7I6kFs5FkhcfH9P3R3QbJMdw59D/w640-h480/IMG_5741.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">When we reached no one was there. Temple is located next to small lake, we could see emblem of Hoysala kingdom (Sala fighting the tiger) at the top of temple towers. we parked our car and opened a small gate first. Then a voice came from a house opposite to temple, priest of the temple told that door is open and we can go inside and offer our prayer.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTz0LBdAXmyloFXb9w4WeycCyvJry7Z49MpzuMi78QV8gOtAMOnPbXP7Sc5-CqQ-ltqVBRIMRHdJFgHcq_zNYz3a15vDln5onp873Xc01LVmQbxfbJrLTFy8kOd7o6teiUyR_AZoxdWKZ2/s2048/IMG_3173.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTz0LBdAXmyloFXb9w4WeycCyvJry7Z49MpzuMi78QV8gOtAMOnPbXP7Sc5-CqQ-ltqVBRIMRHdJFgHcq_zNYz3a15vDln5onp873Xc01LVmQbxfbJrLTFy8kOd7o6teiUyR_AZoxdWKZ2/w640-h480/IMG_3173.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">We opened beautiful designed door to get inside and awestruck by the carving on the walls, ceiling. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh-Wt3LpuqGWpQcEAFDaNA7F33-9mdHi_qTFJTVw-f3bkLoKcNpPM90ND3bPzWiq8QqeReiK3AZ2S_LrS_EHydE-tHSRu9vrb020yXDgF8GC8gw9lUZ5FOrDLoYAgLsFAouIpdCbFz6sdp/s2048/IMG_5671.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh-Wt3LpuqGWpQcEAFDaNA7F33-9mdHi_qTFJTVw-f3bkLoKcNpPM90ND3bPzWiq8QqeReiK3AZ2S_LrS_EHydE-tHSRu9vrb020yXDgF8GC8gw9lUZ5FOrDLoYAgLsFAouIpdCbFz6sdp/w480-h640/IMG_5671.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Inside, the main hall is supported by lathe turned pillars. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOQRpAs777tXPGg6b3tJEwNiFkYW9QlE4grcomtz171vaTZNyb0XoYUj1Six03UdNMfTqUSewHz0-eY1qivMd3KkGpWHwx5WgBtTq5nfhb36qjw_u8snBwJyxxnhZHt0cEKD2ooGOsmluO/s2048/IMG_9655.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOQRpAs777tXPGg6b3tJEwNiFkYW9QlE4grcomtz171vaTZNyb0XoYUj1Six03UdNMfTqUSewHz0-eY1qivMd3KkGpWHwx5WgBtTq5nfhb36qjw_u8snBwJyxxnhZHt0cEKD2ooGOsmluO/w640-h480/IMG_9655.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Another unique thing we noticed is the Mahakali is guarded by two life size demonic dwarapal (door keeper) known as Betal, standing facing each other. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJr72Tdz3jwCfN7TJpZ8c1U96-jUza3-yUYMMmMG97nYV-cZivz4iwfwpczBsdWivijj2ObklHnwP4t6YYmDsomPhE6vySZ6HL-QTb2VDoW68Nq9QyWQCDDPd6Bgqa0CxtXflsIlMsVnUr/s2048/IMG_6110.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJr72Tdz3jwCfN7TJpZ8c1U96-jUza3-yUYMMmMG97nYV-cZivz4iwfwpczBsdWivijj2ObklHnwP4t6YYmDsomPhE6vySZ6HL-QTb2VDoW68Nq9QyWQCDDPd6Bgqa0CxtXflsIlMsVnUr/w480-h640/IMG_6110.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk1ifLLJw2MtxSnPKLCzOqTkvA29RlHXzDTRLs6TMH95m4Li80C5BRNHNl20mhpCcMY4upXE9gBMiRmmkxCG6W9ME-a4YFXHvBxWsfl_zzshDwTyRC7z8kKxug11TBW4Lc4qC4oKwbu7kd/s2048/IMG_6415.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk1ifLLJw2MtxSnPKLCzOqTkvA29RlHXzDTRLs6TMH95m4Li80C5BRNHNl20mhpCcMY4upXE9gBMiRmmkxCG6W9ME-a4YFXHvBxWsfl_zzshDwTyRC7z8kKxug11TBW4Lc4qC4oKwbu7kd/w480-h640/IMG_6415.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Both the Betals, looks scary, tongue out. One holding big sword and severed head. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimYy4Dx5TmqKiU-wy4cbfopMDCbuDHXzPP55kQjrTiO-mDGoQpGpAm02bPU6ftnuOd7TAK9bMRefkNA1reji5lb8uPGJJVGsLxHWolgkmsObCfTkPY98UrXpRRThrxyzLG3ahDHZTefP5V/s2048/IMG_7904.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimYy4Dx5TmqKiU-wy4cbfopMDCbuDHXzPP55kQjrTiO-mDGoQpGpAm02bPU6ftnuOd7TAK9bMRefkNA1reji5lb8uPGJJVGsLxHWolgkmsObCfTkPY98UrXpRRThrxyzLG3ahDHZTefP5V/w480-h640/IMG_7904.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDkoG9SzngN4Jykl7g1ToSujgSKsIbC2Suuvv6erHVDLWZ7Np2ZHTSh5oVueFE9TA_XkGYemZdq5BBZeGUJ9SV97rU9A4KqYD1LIU5Z7ikeBXIiR79stAeGKelqwiUm-fWXFKLpGbkqTMf/s2048/IMG_7905.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDkoG9SzngN4Jykl7g1ToSujgSKsIbC2Suuvv6erHVDLWZ7Np2ZHTSh5oVueFE9TA_XkGYemZdq5BBZeGUJ9SV97rU9A4KqYD1LIU5Z7ikeBXIiR79stAeGKelqwiUm-fWXFKLpGbkqTMf/w480-h640/IMG_7905.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Goddess Mahakali in her calm form was nicely decorated with garlands and I was speechless looking at the statue of Mahakali, so beautiful and calm. Inside this shrine, it was dark but the lights was coming from Mahakali statue making the entire shirine divine. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjslfX3MjAFvI_qwleWSRk253sGcq0-RvK4k4BlqujaflN77sgXjJhbaTAgyuVu_9cIUMO5MBzO5_qWrYTPBdJnT8ODx_ULug9ixbn5RFGhWFJ3uLgZm18V78igzHMRyKsmzZjv2g3XJYXw/s2048/IMG_7909.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjslfX3MjAFvI_qwleWSRk253sGcq0-RvK4k4BlqujaflN77sgXjJhbaTAgyuVu_9cIUMO5MBzO5_qWrYTPBdJnT8ODx_ULug9ixbn5RFGhWFJ3uLgZm18V78igzHMRyKsmzZjv2g3XJYXw/w480-h640/IMG_7909.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">On the top of the door, other forms of Betals, Shakini, Dhakhi is carved. You can notice some of them were playing musical instruments and dancing. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd5hNmceZEwhhnCZ_mWwCqDRUguYaNVs_6wzEd6xwhQCqv4zzgbKx7zzrFNwOQGkYa7mLJy19LcmOmwfgKPZJhQ6BlbkXpjmZTJ1o2pH_b1UZnBFu5qk0CKGCwUtX20xywLcdQ3FUkfZ-t/s2048/IMG_7911.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjd5hNmceZEwhhnCZ_mWwCqDRUguYaNVs_6wzEd6xwhQCqv4zzgbKx7zzrFNwOQGkYa7mLJy19LcmOmwfgKPZJhQ6BlbkXpjmZTJ1o2pH_b1UZnBFu5qk0CKGCwUtX20xywLcdQ3FUkfZ-t/w640-h480/IMG_7911.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><p style="text-align: left;">Unfortunately this statue of Mahakali is now damaged</p><p style="text-align: left;">There are two types of stories emerging, one the idol was toppled and damaged by some miscreants trying to find hidden treasure. There was no security at the temple. Many believed that this could not have happen had ASI deployed night watchman for the security.</p><p style="text-align: left;">Second the idol was not properly maintained and broken due to negligence. Interesting thing to note that other idols were not touched and no evidence of vandalism. Priest of the temple had complained to ASI official many time about idol being shaky and not stable.</p><p style="text-align: left;">Whatever the reason is, one thing is sure that it's great loss to our heritage and history. This incident also questioned the ASI ability to maintain, protect historical sites and monuments. </p></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4160651752594971322.post-54934993524692989082020-11-19T13:54:00.003+05:302020-11-19T13:59:48.876+05:30Mysteries of Halebeedu TempleWho invented telescope? Most of you might say Galileo. But it's not true.Though Galileo was first one to use Telescope for astronomy and discovered many wonderful things. <div><br /></div><div>The earliest record of an existing telescope is from a patent application in Holland on 2 October 1608. The application was made by Dutch spectacle maker Hans Lippershay (sometimes found as Lipperhey). </div><div><br /></div><div>But that's about patent, how will you react when I say telescope was used more than thousands year back in India?</div><div><br /></div><div>Lockdown had restricted our movements to intrastate only and after spending days after days at home, we broke loose and traveled to Halebeedu and Belur to witness poetry in stones.</div><div><br /></div><div>Halebeedu is 250 km from Bangalore, 4 hrs drive on excellent national highway. Halebbedu was capital of Hoysala empire in the 12the century and home to some of the best Hoysala architecture. Hoysaleswara temple is one of it.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCex2UzPszEaKu5EY94pK4XALb3d31jG1Qj3rHvru0gFQnVaHnT1aLryyWA-yb8LPZmaBUhQs_2Ord5pPWAb4zMe-YPqafsU-UkYAIa83C7yclpsPBdXM_JKbcx-UQe9A2jDyLJ4yLvCLk/s2048/IMG_1657.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1366" data-original-width="2048" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCex2UzPszEaKu5EY94pK4XALb3d31jG1Qj3rHvru0gFQnVaHnT1aLryyWA-yb8LPZmaBUhQs_2Ord5pPWAb4zMe-YPqafsU-UkYAIa83C7yclpsPBdXM_JKbcx-UQe9A2jDyLJ4yLvCLk/w640-h426/IMG_1657.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Built during 11th century, Hoysaleswara temple was funded by King Vishnuwardhana and temple was built on the bank of lake. Hoysaleswara temple is one of the most beautiful temple I have seen. The carvings on the outer walls are not just beautiful but detailed to perfection. We decided to hire guide, so that we get complete information and we were not disappointed. Guide was really good, explained us story, myth behind every carving and its significance. </div><div><br /></div><div>The one such carving.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIWY-q7rI3DiEkkPdHDJnhOajRHEGlWM8Theu6J5lneP6DNwP8aAXHZf2ZuSo3bzuvI-S8HMO7knBOOjV4Qnfd6gfFSZq6LBHXYRIOqQJFfS_j4tStPm3aAE73WqXmkDJLvC1GnmEfKSgi/s2570/IMG_3681.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1223" data-original-width="2570" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIWY-q7rI3DiEkkPdHDJnhOajRHEGlWM8Theu6J5lneP6DNwP8aAXHZf2ZuSo3bzuvI-S8HMO7knBOOjV4Qnfd6gfFSZq6LBHXYRIOqQJFfS_j4tStPm3aAE73WqXmkDJLvC1GnmEfKSgi/w640-h304/IMG_3681.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>You can clearly see, its scene of war and one person trying to see enemies from distance using telescope kind of device. so if Galileo used this and Hans patented this in 16th century then what's this device doing at 11th century temple? </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpFfoqcss8lfihIL7pe1b4oV6KYwiSU6gvrP5qvbRAtba2BHS3cbNv05Ssrl4hB9vK-EkX9tO8RyLOXPOKgyD3gPxVpFQJJG6CF6hUMSNZJcUrGPbyHnPx629IWpfKNpzeIhCpsSGH5Lig/s2048/IMG_4725+2.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpFfoqcss8lfihIL7pe1b4oV6KYwiSU6gvrP5qvbRAtba2BHS3cbNv05Ssrl4hB9vK-EkX9tO8RyLOXPOKgyD3gPxVpFQJJG6CF6hUMSNZJcUrGPbyHnPx629IWpfKNpzeIhCpsSGH5Lig/w640-h480/IMG_4725+2.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /></div><div>Important thing to note, though this temple was built in 11th century the deception of all the scenes are from Mahabharata, Ramayana. Clearly ancient people in India were aware of telescope device and using it. </div><div><br /></div><div>Another thing I noticed while seeing carvings of many war scenes is the usage of missile. If you look carefully you could see the weapon used was similar to modern world missile. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGLLXOvFIN87pYesCa_NS_Iyu9brmRoIqORYhTC4c3xxmxL5bzDRY4RGSvdEnXl2LnHkJZaHCxIK9ZRwpGjvOj1dZQInohgg-HhHDAaYWT32nGfjlizXnoRvQhfUrj58qSR5Ao9uD2dIlF/s836/IMG_368112.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="836" data-original-width="805" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGLLXOvFIN87pYesCa_NS_Iyu9brmRoIqORYhTC4c3xxmxL5bzDRY4RGSvdEnXl2LnHkJZaHCxIK9ZRwpGjvOj1dZQInohgg-HhHDAaYWT32nGfjlizXnoRvQhfUrj58qSR5Ao9uD2dIlF/w616-h640/IMG_368112.jpg" width="616" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>The temples of India has so many evidences of modern devices being used by ancient Indian, sadly not highlighted or credited enough.</div><div><br /></div><div>Another carving that caught my attention was beautifully depiction of Mahabharata war where Chakravyuh (multi tier military formation) was shown and Arjuna's son Abhimanyu was trying to break it.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9lUr32zU-ZKBhmWNk80vKN_ah6hXrHVZmM7nZvQEPpkQFR_fqMmRsHSAByiL6gHxlP7a3tAEwNdDji1Lc9ZGSB_efubXs4WQMTu_w44UcqVwZzjhuMjCALJXYKXTHiuZVf5l5djh0Uj0D/s2684/IMG_3305+2.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1172" data-original-width="2684" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9lUr32zU-ZKBhmWNk80vKN_ah6hXrHVZmM7nZvQEPpkQFR_fqMmRsHSAByiL6gHxlP7a3tAEwNdDji1Lc9ZGSB_efubXs4WQMTu_w44UcqVwZzjhuMjCALJXYKXTHiuZVf5l5djh0Uj0D/w640-h280/IMG_3305+2.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The entire outer wall of temple has many such beautiful carving and one has to spend consider amount of time to go through each and every carving, understand its significance but honestly its worth spending time.</div><div><br /></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4160651752594971322.post-70013640172968227782020-11-03T15:49:00.004+05:302020-11-03T15:54:19.721+05:30Hutridurga Trek - Ancient Fort<p>Hutridurga also known as Uttari Betta is situated 80 km from Bangalore towards Kunigal and Magadi. Hutridurga hill fort is considered as one of the Nav Durga (Nine Hill-fort) built by Kempagowda in 16th Century. The hill fort rising to 3700 feet above sea level.</p><p>Another weekend, another trekking destination. I started my journey to Hutridurga early morning around 5AM. GPS showed 85 km from my home and I was hoping to reach there by 7AM. However a little break to eat something and tea and I reached there at 7:30 AM.</p><p>The route was excellent, I drove in around 70 km in excellent NH75 towards Hassan and then further 15 km in SH94.</p><p>5 KM before Hutridurga, we could see might hills and fortification from distance.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr8tp1P7xuBEQkVRnzC1tl9CdXRlDrXQ7Q2BKtvskRbbFVpTdbqZlIlqqemIlqzEEYn3n0-wY-YlCcT3iECAzxkVA59BzzXoQH-ZezV99fp69MxE0wKiISbE4YkbWOoajmpwBM1G8ik7hE/s4000/DJI_0205.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="4000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr8tp1P7xuBEQkVRnzC1tl9CdXRlDrXQ7Q2BKtvskRbbFVpTdbqZlIlqqemIlqzEEYn3n0-wY-YlCcT3iECAzxkVA59BzzXoQH-ZezV99fp69MxE0wKiISbE4YkbWOoajmpwBM1G8ik7hE/w640-h360/DJI_0205.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><p>The road leading to hill base is under construction and there were many JCB and lorry parked. It was not bad road and once road is completed it would be fun drive to reach at the base. Negotiating few sharp turn I reached at the foot hill. There is small village where you can park your car.</p><p>Parking fee was 30 rs and I could see there are already many cars parked.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD7EtoU5rwp-O3f6CKKIQVghyz9udtv-bMG7xLcCWjSf4S6EzMjztFVliXUDp7nfP6wCBaGZBIjFaVJgl0Lor6lwOo7OgHqNgSK0OuDHowg1NUOLOSDBkxa4X2XOjTpjClcVlzGhiH_7HG/s2048/IMG_0688.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD7EtoU5rwp-O3f6CKKIQVghyz9udtv-bMG7xLcCWjSf4S6EzMjztFVliXUDp7nfP6wCBaGZBIjFaVJgl0Lor6lwOo7OgHqNgSK0OuDHowg1NUOLOSDBkxa4X2XOjTpjClcVlzGhiH_7HG/s320/IMG_0688.HEIC" width="320" /></a></div><p>We started our trek. Initially nicely built stairs leading to the first gateway of fort. Later I realized there are total 8 gateway from foothills to summit. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ35sJ8DJF2X5R2XedN_KJqtJD-N_y5YI7Z0YOhlwE88g1Fca88LKcePCQvMCOmx_MaBhsYCFqk4nYPxCCywcUDCUiYw4iAuQssazmwYpaBFnvsx6kchVwlbQJdHWLZrR6P2anzJ9SyAMT/s2048/IMG_0690.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ35sJ8DJF2X5R2XedN_KJqtJD-N_y5YI7Z0YOhlwE88g1Fca88LKcePCQvMCOmx_MaBhsYCFqk4nYPxCCywcUDCUiYw4iAuQssazmwYpaBFnvsx6kchVwlbQJdHWLZrR6P2anzJ9SyAMT/w640-h480/IMG_0690.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipNpDA940jCEwv0w6EoyZ6G2tyRUraE8SHA6Stx3hZb5Ld4IYGGe_008449HDXebXgNVVibf489HU65eQqQraul1mktl3rTvnqLnSVe4SZjKcjZFItF7dAYHJw1k-rn0g9gny0W8Ckm_RW/s2048/IMG_0693.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipNpDA940jCEwv0w6EoyZ6G2tyRUraE8SHA6Stx3hZb5Ld4IYGGe_008449HDXebXgNVVibf489HU65eQqQraul1mktl3rTvnqLnSVe4SZjKcjZFItF7dAYHJw1k-rn0g9gny0W8Ckm_RW/w640-h480/IMG_0693.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One way you could see many wild flowers. With every steps and elevation, surrounding started looking better.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5uCVe2LLeZpsY-S3UW7-oNRM1B2t5UKzlpFmJEgSuho5iT65VJ8lATgThASP9d98z0y33vx__-pfd9gn1VUlwtVt-LXYtdClkFH7ft3CAIt0bhtqsFVoAA05l0HfTX5C3-rdN_Cj4uWSb/s2048/IMG_0694.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5uCVe2LLeZpsY-S3UW7-oNRM1B2t5UKzlpFmJEgSuho5iT65VJ8lATgThASP9d98z0y33vx__-pfd9gn1VUlwtVt-LXYtdClkFH7ft3CAIt0bhtqsFVoAA05l0HfTX5C3-rdN_Cj4uWSb/w640-h480/IMG_0694.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">The route leading to summit was marked. Some places were steep but nicely built stairs carved on the hills helped, some places without any stairs and you will have to negotiate throny bushes along the way. With each elevation we could see wall fortification.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJaTA_OKPnm9OzpgPhZrOLNQNr4-wU7jgs21EFAECHkNgF2xFEW-zHawN_54Hea9ImJ8fGav2xRftnXRfWUcwMZGDFBpxWC1HZMnjULwfuJw8pYyYUmJY8_GHIObu9-QxSS7VlkzGipZoq/s2048/IMG_0702.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJaTA_OKPnm9OzpgPhZrOLNQNr4-wU7jgs21EFAECHkNgF2xFEW-zHawN_54Hea9ImJ8fGav2xRftnXRfWUcwMZGDFBpxWC1HZMnjULwfuJw8pYyYUmJY8_GHIObu9-QxSS7VlkzGipZoq/w480-h640/IMG_0702.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtighredBUM7IcHehIItM26ueU5Rm3dJJs3OrDlqd-6cqU97mbndWw9qT8fCGKKKUeXbsOrnhikYZWYSk_F5THcypXbYi3_nGEWUsAQwVMfAvbePrvlp6s2QSa6ZqrtDSpSz1FgpGudXf7/s1920/vlcsnap-2020-11-03-15h43m00s152.png" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: left;">Within an hour we reached at the summit where a Lord Shiva temple was built. the view from summit was breathtaking as we could see the entire place, villages, nearby hills, winding roads.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvdjDSeeFawWciCT_ydCukOr-79f2EGCUxw9tVk9tBzCm25B4Pf7rgq4JvK2ExRblQjC3RFF1JxiPjRWrALDqAvLhza3nue8W2VoFceytO8bnsmXJhE4STZWAJia7j8VotwkQAVAGD1RHK/s2048/IMG_0707.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvdjDSeeFawWciCT_ydCukOr-79f2EGCUxw9tVk9tBzCm25B4Pf7rgq4JvK2ExRblQjC3RFF1JxiPjRWrALDqAvLhza3nue8W2VoFceytO8bnsmXJhE4STZWAJia7j8VotwkQAVAGD1RHK/w480-h640/IMG_0707.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I also noticed many plastic water bottles and waste on the way to summit. This is not a way to protect the nature and ancient fort like this. The so called protector to Mother Nature are the real destroyer. No wonder why these days many treks are now not free and you will have to pay fee to do the trekking. </p><p>We decided to explore further and found few good spots to see around. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0GhRfkMJrizP47KvcGqYuBG5omg_hwsqJK6Mty3aW1dVksrRaCQOQyDkkZ2D8mV5t7ZXQbqR4s6ylTyfrfGiXnLvRiuP9RR0rfqrnoSKpJ0BB4rmMjWK0l5dnCwB3dyonkftGVvRNE3Mr/s4000/DJI_0186.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="4000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0GhRfkMJrizP47KvcGqYuBG5omg_hwsqJK6Mty3aW1dVksrRaCQOQyDkkZ2D8mV5t7ZXQbqR4s6ylTyfrfGiXnLvRiuP9RR0rfqrnoSKpJ0BB4rmMjWK0l5dnCwB3dyonkftGVvRNE3Mr/w640-h360/DJI_0186.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3HnusY4lZyJgJ54TWnzzfoZHzJpZUIRQRKKj9RwQfowmol-UlCwlOKt_HNaRh8CbtWuN4eUx4ucwpU2AQTPILxhT-0sZCT0oSkzI4RTLT937sYYGdIVXOlH1ZM8H4-3rGnFodKEzZ97XF/s4000/DJI_0191.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="4000" height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3HnusY4lZyJgJ54TWnzzfoZHzJpZUIRQRKKj9RwQfowmol-UlCwlOKt_HNaRh8CbtWuN4eUx4ucwpU2AQTPILxhT-0sZCT0oSkzI4RTLT937sYYGdIVXOlH1ZM8H4-3rGnFodKEzZ97XF/w640-h360/DJI_0191.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Overall it was easy trek for me, weather was good so trek was enjoyable. I think this trek is good for beginners and if you are in Bangalore this must be one of your weekend gateway.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4160651752594971322.post-47375387113870315332020-10-06T13:00:00.002+05:302020-10-06T13:01:58.079+05:30Gundamagere Lake - Bangalore Weekend Gateway<div><div>Trust me, Google map is the best invention every traveler dreamt of. There are places we know, and there are places we don't know, but a quick search on google, browse through some photos, and navigation route to that place makes life so much easier.</div><div><br /></div><div>One lazy Sunday morning, nothing much to do I was playing with my mobile. Then thought why not check google map and try to find out any cool places nearby. Let's try to find out some lakes. Opened google map, zoomed a bit and started looking out for all big-small blue colored area (for water bodies). After checking a few, I found one near Doddaballapura, known as Gundamagere Lake. The pictures on the Internet were scenic, and I marked that as my next destination.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_JfRfWJoA5UZtXSxU2mlFdCFK7_Gx3BgUA8WKGRcTFy2ZigumEVw_X1GKQ-nADWnYXqhK93T2J9q95kPqcLarrEShPBkOAH3sZJ2QgPzee0pcclJ2Gvovqh9zMPxuRiPKzTHvKtBvFJhT/s2048/IMG_8020.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_JfRfWJoA5UZtXSxU2mlFdCFK7_Gx3BgUA8WKGRcTFy2ZigumEVw_X1GKQ-nADWnYXqhK93T2J9q95kPqcLarrEShPBkOAH3sZJ2QgPzee0pcclJ2Gvovqh9zMPxuRiPKzTHvKtBvFJhT/w640-h480/IMG_8020.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div>Hardly 60 km from my home at Bangalore, One and half hour drive I reached there. By the way, Road was excellent till Doddabalapura and then scenic road towards Gundamagere, to make driving more enjoyable, the weather was pleasant. </div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieAH-UmABjIcDMJCV6sCWr6v1JaPBMgPStZJGHxBYSXpP1bx_GUZMZ9dphZ0c_i0-_xEjkqPn_VkaLT1ExsBd9qTI3LJRlWiAgvgh0f6_sjWi4GqrSBopDSK7OAiJupE39ofjz3rkRoa0Y/s2048/IMG_7430.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieAH-UmABjIcDMJCV6sCWr6v1JaPBMgPStZJGHxBYSXpP1bx_GUZMZ9dphZ0c_i0-_xEjkqPn_VkaLT1ExsBd9qTI3LJRlWiAgvgh0f6_sjWi4GqrSBopDSK7OAiJupE39ofjz3rkRoa0Y/w300-h400/IMG_7430.HEIC" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>On the way, I could see few vineyards. Google map showed it as Soma winery and Grover Zumpa. I skipped those places and continued toward Gundamagere lake.</div><div><br /></div><div>You will find the lake at right hand side once you enter into the village. I drove my car to near the lake and found out its not an ideal place as there were people washing clothes. They told me to go near the Dam where I can park my park and roam around.</div><div><br /></div><div>The lake is scenically at the foothills of Makalidurga. I found a car parking place and then started walking towards mini dam built to stop lake water's overflow. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5lJ1JK0f0L8eliRSJm6hTuoFfF0H0XTbDgEBvhIaF6MBbzvu49VIwYRKd2ltbKkkXxE5f-k0-gAyc7-FsOcbP1AzX-d1FWDI8gSM7lOyhPzUgeKirr6rb_zw-ClrTESN7XMN7n7z8TYhX/s2048/IMG_4192.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5lJ1JK0f0L8eliRSJm6hTuoFfF0H0XTbDgEBvhIaF6MBbzvu49VIwYRKd2ltbKkkXxE5f-k0-gAyc7-FsOcbP1AzX-d1FWDI8gSM7lOyhPzUgeKirr6rb_zw-ClrTESN7XMN7n7z8TYhX/w640-h480/IMG_4192.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Before that there is one platform built over lake and you can get a good view of entire surroundings from there.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSNDJY6wYyqTK6Mx6vbo7Ti5pttHX2NYVjS8y05uXIZ6uAqNFC4YqjnocTA5StOYRwv5s0m3-eo-IFjCgc2qMG7rqyCwfg571L6cih_dhAKTS6FYQ53FHLxx3GE3670DwRKEpRuBGsemIi/s2048/IMG_3774.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSNDJY6wYyqTK6Mx6vbo7Ti5pttHX2NYVjS8y05uXIZ6uAqNFC4YqjnocTA5StOYRwv5s0m3-eo-IFjCgc2qMG7rqyCwfg571L6cih_dhAKTS6FYQ53FHLxx3GE3670DwRKEpRuBGsemIi/w640-h480/IMG_3774.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxkq07j1asxbhokJAqWZfK75nhwbCj-9i-Oiz1fbsaDGaZZVlKbtadEaT7oMgo5zXHFyKmd_tC4sTZA_u8U2WedmGwNhD7vgyP_9rsLzp8ukmvkoi6jx3YmeRqrGWlo-xk8VBczPmc4BqT/s2048/IMG_6330.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxkq07j1asxbhokJAqWZfK75nhwbCj-9i-Oiz1fbsaDGaZZVlKbtadEaT7oMgo5zXHFyKmd_tC4sTZA_u8U2WedmGwNhD7vgyP_9rsLzp8ukmvkoi6jx3YmeRqrGWlo-xk8VBczPmc4BqT/w300-h400/IMG_6330.HEIC" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Few meters down on tricky path, we were on the bank of lake. </div></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-yAEOZ3B2wC-sQoy6AAWPlyAwKxlt2dYZ0aHdB3ixsC0oRg-M2sMCYdzN25ZI2TDVAPkb7NE5VJgtSphVW6QHqE1UCqm3K5p0_auAIV2TglnTlcMkzjR9jPK4cRhDETsNidspqzK0hNf4/s2048/IMG_3055.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-yAEOZ3B2wC-sQoy6AAWPlyAwKxlt2dYZ0aHdB3ixsC0oRg-M2sMCYdzN25ZI2TDVAPkb7NE5VJgtSphVW6QHqE1UCqm3K5p0_auAIV2TglnTlcMkzjR9jPK4cRhDETsNidspqzK0hNf4/w640-h480/IMG_3055.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYiNTXrQHRgEmiI-SjqDBVCV9H55jQGXB2_Tvby_IkxZiqpAtBGm3VbZpzM5S-vgtJRQhIHlNzDNOROBDlX1TmMos0XR3gpDkjJA8mMp5Y2cVFJzpFqaCGYIzmUENJODpUqywobLHL3lOP/s2048/IMG_0195.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYiNTXrQHRgEmiI-SjqDBVCV9H55jQGXB2_Tvby_IkxZiqpAtBGm3VbZpzM5S-vgtJRQhIHlNzDNOROBDlX1TmMos0XR3gpDkjJA8mMp5Y2cVFJzpFqaCGYIzmUENJODpUqywobLHL3lOP/w640-h480/IMG_0195.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyy0tK_FjiPfG2Ocv38V8bEVDPv7jgRSIZQ-fQEBACd9FBIFdhvp6m1gPMMPgi63p3qG_3taMGLHQgPygE9RQNK2mkLHFjQQz9g1IkdW0usCLUKzF85FSwaTJTNNEEM_16PJAbKLXs-pYa/s2048/IMG_5363.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyy0tK_FjiPfG2Ocv38V8bEVDPv7jgRSIZQ-fQEBACd9FBIFdhvp6m1gPMMPgi63p3qG_3taMGLHQgPygE9RQNK2mkLHFjQQz9g1IkdW0usCLUKzF85FSwaTJTNNEEM_16PJAbKLXs-pYa/w640-h480/IMG_5363.HEIC" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>You could see a fishing platform, indicated that lake was full of fishes. 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Lepakshi has archeological and historical significance. It was my 3rd visit to this small town in the Anantapur district of AP. I have already written about its beautiful temple, exquisitely carved Kalyanmandapa, pillars, and mural paintings on ceilings. Here is a <a href="http://www.thewanderingsoul.in/2014/10/lepakshi-le-pakshi-rise-bird.html" target="_blank">link</a> to the old blog<br />
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Last two visits were mostly to know more about hanging pillar (not pillars as many write about it).<br />
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This time it was different. My plan is to know more about the Giant footprint. Whose footprint is that? Many stories, many rumors, myths but do we know the reality?<br />
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Interestingly the official brochure I got from ASI, covers everything about this place but no mention of Giant footprint. The local guides have different views, some say its footprint of Seeta, some says it's of Hanuman. <span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="UFICommentBody">Hanuman landed at this spot and the force was so great that his footprint was left pressed into the solid stone. I don't think we can agree or disagree with these beliefs, there is no solid proof but I leave this possibility over here. </span></span><br />
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<span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="UFICommentBody">What are the other possibilities? Is it possible that one of architect thought let's do something funny? While other architects were busy carving exquisite pillar, one being a lazy bit mischievous carved this giant footprint. Possible? who knows? If you look at the footprint carefully, you will notice the uniformity, there are no signs of weight distribution that you would normally see when a person is walking or jumping. Also why there is only one footprint? why not two or many? If you search on the internet, you will find many stories, pictures of giant footprint but mostly there is only one footprint and no sign of second or any other footprints nearby. </span></span><br />
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<span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="UFICommentBody">Now let me throw another possibility, debatable yet there is some research around it. Is it possible the footprint on the stone is of an ancient giant? Around the world, there are much evidences of ancient giants. </span></span><br />
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<span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="UFICommentBody">Let me support this theory here</span></span><br />
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<span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="UFICommentBody">500 meters from the temple you can see another attraction, o</span></span><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="UFICommentBody">ne of the biggest monolithic bulls, Basavanna measuring 10 meters in length, 5 meters in height, and carved in couchant posture. You will be amazed by this beautifully carved big Nandi but you will also notice it stands alone. </span></span><br />
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<span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="UFICommentBody">As per Hindu mythology, Nandi is said to be Shiva’s main form of transportation and most ardent devotee. </span></span><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="UFICommentBody">In most of the temples, you will find the Nandi bull facing the idol of Lord Shiva. Nandi always sits in front of Shiva. </span></span><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="UFICommentBody">Why there is no Shiva in front of this giant Nandi?</span></span><br />
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<span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="UFICommentBody">Well, this Nandi is looking towards Nagalinga of Veerabhadra temple, which is 500-600 meters away. </span></span><br />
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the temple complex, you can see colossal monolithic Nagalinga sculptured, showing a seven hooded serpent protecting a linga. This rare
colossal carved out of a single huge boulder. Quite impressive for its
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of you visit the temple and you can notice the distance between Nandi and Lord Shiva
is not much, maybe few meters. Then what's the reason for making these
giants Nandi and Nagalinga and separating them for almost half a km? </span></span></span></span> </span></span><br />
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<span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="UFICommentBody"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="UFICommentBody"><span data-ft="{"tn":"K"}"><span class="UFICommentBody">The one reason I could give is the ancient giants. The giant footprint on the stone inside the temple complex could be a footprint of giant, if you consider foot to height ratio then it could be 30-40 feet tall giant. These giant sculptures of Nandi and Nagalinga were not so big for them,
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Three possibilities, Hanuman's foot print, mischievous act or ancient giant. Which one you would believe?<br />
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Once known as the city of lakes, Bangalore still has many lakes though most of it
now in a sorry state because of urbanization and pollution. If you visit nearby towns, villages you could see many lakes, still able to
preserve its natural beauty. Many unexplored, hidden from weekend gateway
seeker.<br />
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In two minds now, should I blog about those hidden gems or let it be
hidden. Should I showcase its natural beauty and make it vulnerable to the irresponsible traveler or let it be unexplored, less crowded. When I went there I could see how people have already
started destroying it by throwing garbage, plastics, water bottles, beer
bottles. Then I decided to write about it, not because I needed to blog
something but to let everyone know how irresponsible we are towards nature, and can we
make it better?<br />
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I am sure when some of you see pictures of this lake, you will say this is .................... lake...this is near .................. town. Some of you following me on social media can also guess. But I will tell you the name of this lake with one condition. Read through it and let's start!!!<br />
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Navigate through excellent road at the highway, then some villages, 2 km stretch of muddy road (fancy some offroading!!!). From the starting point, you could see how beautiful it is,
a big lake surrounded by hills, clouds. I was hoping to see a serene lake less crowded. Yes, the lake was serene but the crowd was mad. Bikes and cars all around, can't blame I was
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<span style="text-align: left;">Tried flying a drone around. bit windy but Mavic mini negotiated those wind perfectly. </span></div>
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I am sure pictures of this lake will inspire you to go there and experience the natural beauty. I saw many spices of birds and their nest. If you are planning to go there then please don't litter. Noticed water bottles, beer bottles, plastic and other waste floating. found some camping spots with waste around. I went there with two of my friends and tried removing few using sticks but the lake is huge, needed more helping hand.</div>
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So here is deal, I can take you there or tell you where is this lake, may be we can have weekend outing plan but with one condition that you wont litter around. Another thing is lets do lake clean-up drive there, we can remove all the plastic wastes from there (not messy but easy peasy job), place one garbage bin at the entrance there.</div>
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What will happen when you place spherical object on inclined plane? it will roll down right? If the diameter of any round object like a ball is less and the base which touches the ground is small, it will travel faster than most object<br />
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But this theory appears to be failing in historical coastal town of Mamallapuram or Mahabalipurum in Tamilnadu. Just over a km walk from world heritage site Shore temple you will see a gigantic granite boulder resting on a short incline and demonstrating amazing example of balancing act<br />
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Its approximately 6 meters high and 5 meters wide and weighs around 250 tons, located on the edge of hill. Its really surprising to see how this boulder stands on a slope with its base touching only 1.2 meter base of the ground , refuses to give in to gravity. There are scientific explanation as well but let's talk about its origin, history and myth around it first.<br />
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<li>We don't know the origin of this boulder but it is said to have been at the same place for 1200 years defying gravity.</li>
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<li>The original name of this giant boulder is "Vaan Irai Kal"in Tamil, which means "Stone of Sky God"</li>
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<li>As per Hindu mythology, lord Krishna often stole butter from his mother's butter handi. Devotees began to view this stone as Krishna's butter and names in Krishna's butter ball.</li>
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<li>Pallava king made failed attempt to move the boulder. In 1908 the Governor of Madras Arthur Lawley also decided to remove it. He feared for the safety of the town at the base of the hill. For this seven elephants were used move the rock but it didn’t move an inch.</li>
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Is it supernatural phenomena or there are any scientific reasons?<br />
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<li>Many believe it's a natural formation but a stone taking this kind of shape owning to erosion, water flow and strong wind is impossible, so how was this big ball brought here 1200 years ago. If it was impossible to push this rock downhill, how was it pushed up the hill.</li>
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<li>The base of the rock is somehow firmly "glued" to the hill. What is this amazing glue?</li>
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<li>If you look around in the hill and see, you won't find any more large stone like this. Why there is only one stone?</li>
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Enough of myth, stories, conspiracy theories, here is two reasons, friction and center of gravity.
Friction prevents the rock from sliding down, conceptually similar to how we stand on sloping ground
Center of gravity allows it to balance on a small contact area. Its act of balancing and Krishna's butter ball is not the only one in world. There are many, see this <a href="https://www.amusingplanet.com/2012/04/10-famous-balancing-rocks-around-world.html" target="_blank">link </a><br />
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There might be some unanswered questions but this doesn't prevent tourists visiting this marvelous piece of natural wonder.<br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4160651752594971322.post-20006890997203803952020-03-22T15:41:00.000+05:302020-03-23T13:45:02.799+05:30The Legend of Banjhakri<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
When ever I see my blog, recall list of places in India I have explored so far , I always felt that this is not complete without exploring northeast side of India. Seven sisters of India, the states of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura. So far I have explored Meghalaya and Assam.<br />
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Wait a minute, Sikkim is in northeast part of India but why is it not part of seven sisters. I was always under impression that its part of seven sisters but it isn't. As usual before I explore Sikkim, gone through few articles, blog posts and travel diaries. An eye opener for me, I was ill informed. Sikkim is not part of Seven Sisters. One reason is geographically it's not a contiguous part of the peripheral northeast region and there are some political, social reasons. My trip to Sikkim last month helped me to understand more about its culture not just roaming around and covering tourist destination.<br />
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One popular tourist destination in Gangtok caught my attention, a waterfall named after "Banjhakri"<br />
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I went there, nicely built and well maintained waterfall along with entry park, just 10 km from Gangtok. I thought it would be just another waterfall and theme park. I was clueless why the name of waterfall is Banjhakri and what's the significance. The information board at the entrance gate gave me some information and then I saw the status of Banjhakri.<br />
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In the Nepali language, Ban means "wilderness", Jhākri means "shaman".<br />
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Banjhakri (male) and Banjhakrini (female, also known as Lemlemey) are shamanic deities in the tradition of the Tamang people of Nepal, they had ability (mythologically), more like a humanoid who changes into a non-human animal form.<br />
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Banjhakri is a short, wild, simian trickster, large ears, hair covers his entire body, except for his face and palms, and he plays a golden dhyangro (kind of drum)<br />
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Banjhakrini is also known as Lemlemey, combination of bear and humanoid with long hair. She carries golden sickle, described as bloodthirsty and brutal.<br />
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Here is the legend<br />
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They were believed to be cave dwellers. Banjhakri used to find, abduct young boys and girls. Take them to his cave for witchcraft, shamanism training. Only who pure in body and heart were retained for training. Training period lasts usually for a month, after that they were left to the same spot where they were abducted. They could return to their villages to continue practicing witchcraft. Those who had physical scares and heart not pure were released, sometime thrown from cave, often captured by big Banjhakrini.<br />
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Quick search on Google will give you bit of info but being there and listening the stories of Banjhakri is different feeling. My cab driver was born and brought up in Sikkim, very chatty in nature and gave me many interesting information. I had many questions for him<br />
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Are they real? aren't they just a character as told in stories? why abduct child ? why pass on the power?<br />
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Driver believed Banjhakri and Banjhakrini still exists but few can see them. Its not just his belief but most of the people in Sikkim do recognize Banjhakri, they are revered and celebrated as a teacher, as the god of the forest. Although they abducts young boys and girls but people believed Banjhakri's intention was never malicious. As he train youngster to became witch doctor and pass on ancient knowledge of healing. When children comes back from training they became more powerful, help other people with their shamanic power and healing.<br />
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The showcasing of Banjhakri in this waterfall and engery park is to deceit the age old practices of nature worshiper, beliefs on healing powers, diagnose of ailments and driving away of bad sprits.<br />
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Mudumalai national park in Tamilnadu is a tiger reserve located at the border of Karnataka and Bandipur national park. It's home to several vulnerable species including tiger, leopard. Its perfect weekend gateway from Bangalore as its just 270 km and takes around 5-6 hrs to reach.<br />
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You can do the safari in the national parks to witness the wildlife, though the safari is restricted and covers only limited areas of the national parks.<br />
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I had already explored Bandipur and done Safari there 3 times. This time explored the Mudumalai national park. The best way to explore it to stay in Masinagudi village, that is 7 km from the national park safari entry point. There are several hotels and homestay in Masinagudi.<br />
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Saturday early morning at 6 AM from Bangalore and reached Masinagudi at 12:30 PM. The route we took was Bangalore -> Ramanagara -> Mysuru Bypass -> Nanjangud -> Gundulpet -> Bandipur -> Masinagudi. In between mandatory stop at Kamat Lokaruchi (Ramanagara) for buffet breakfast.<br />
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Route from Bandipur entry to Masinagudi is scenic and we could see many dears, monkeys across the road.<br />
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We stayed in Safari Land Resort in Masinagudi. The resort was good, rooms are big enough and mountain facing, has facilities of various indoor games, swimming pool, and restaurant.<br />
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After having a good lunch, we took a nap, and then evening we drive up to Niligiri hills towards Ooty. Ooty is 30km from Masinagudi. Explored Bison valley viewpoint and Kalahatty waterfall.<br />
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Next Morning Sunday, we woke up early. The plan was to take the first safari at National park. Luckily not much crowd and we hopped into to first safari bus after paying an entry fee of 340 per person. Gypsy Safari will cost you 4200. There is a very interesting board where you would see numbers of animal sighting and when. One Tiger was sighted a day before and we were hoping that we will also get a chance to see the tiger.<br />
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It was 1-hour bus safari. We didn't get a chance to see a lot of wildlife. Only deers, monkeys, bird species spotted.<br />
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Another attraction of safari is the watchtower and viewpoint of the waterfall.<br />
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Disappointed because we could not spot Tiger, Bus left us to the entry point of the ticket counter. Nearby there is elephant camp that you can also visit, no separate ticket required as it combined into your bus safari ticket. Timing is 7:30am - 8am, just 30 minutes window but you can see many elephants and their feeding process.<br />
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Overall it was a nice weekend gateway. Road condition upto Masinagudi is excellent, many resorts and restaurants all the way. You could arrange camp fire at night and if you are lucky enough you could spot tiger during Safari. I didn't this time but better luck next time.</div>
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India's iconic and popularly known as a symbol of love (BTW I have a different view) Taj Mahal in Agra. I am sure this UNESCO World Heritage site is in everyone's travel bucket list. Be at people from outside India or Indian people, all want to see the Taj Mahal once in their life.<br />
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There is a reason for it. The structure and beauty of Tajmahal is simply breathtaking. You might say well its just another structure when you see its picture but the moment you see it yourself you will say Wow. This white marble beauty is in Agra city. I have been there twice, once in the year 2006 and then recently in 2019.<br />
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From Delhi, there are many tourist bus services that take you to 1 day trip to Agra, Mathura, and Vrindavan. I booked one and early morning we started our day tour.<br />
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Delhi to Agra is 230 km. The road condition is excellent and it takes 3-4 hours. Once we reached Agra, we first explored Agra Fort and the Taj Mahal<br />
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Due to pollution guidelines, no vehicle is allowed near Tajmahal and its entry gate. There is a parking place where buses, cars were parked. From there you will have to ride in a battery-operated car. It was 10 rs per head. Hardly a KM ride and you will have to get down near the ticket counter. Show your ID card and pay the fee.<br />
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After security check-in Eastern gate entrance, you will find yourself inside Taj Mahal Complex. The first monument you will see is the Great Gate<br />
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From the main gate or the great gate, you can have a first glimpse of marble beauty<br />
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It was crowded as usual but the heat was unbearable.<br />
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Taj Mahal is actually a mausoleum, a monument with a buried chamber for people. Taj Mahal is mausoleum of Mumtaz Mahal. It was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in 1632 to house the tomb of his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Shah Jahan was also buried here as well.<br />
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It took nearly 10 years to build this masterpiece of art. Located on the south bank of River Yamuna. The main structure is a centerpiece of 42 acres complex that also has a mosque, guest house, and gardens.<br />
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The tajmahal complex is set around a garden known as Mugal Garden and then a pathway to reach at the Taj. <br />
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In the center of the garden is a raised marble water tank with a reflecting pool to reflect the image of the Taj and Great Gate.<br />
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Taj Mahal as seen from the garden.<br />
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Call it a symbol of love or wonder of the world or just tomb, no doubt Taj Mahal is a symbol of pure art. I have not taken any pictures of its interiors and other details of structure but I am sure once you see it you will have to admire its architecture.</div>
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Did you know Mysore (Now Officially Mysuru) became one of
the first cities in Asia to undertake planned development of the city, back in
1903. Now because of its cleanliness, Mysore was awarded as India’s cleanest
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Once the capital city of Kingdom of Mysore. Mostly ruled by
Wadiyar and for brief period ruled by Tipu Sultan, Mysore has been always known
for its culture and heritage. Easily accessible by road, air and rail, Mysore is one of
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“Magnificent” would be first word, the moment you see the
Mysore palace. Ambavilas Palace aka Mysore Palace, is a historical royal
residence of Wadiyar dynasty of the Kingdom of Mysore which once ruled most of present-day
Karnataka. Built in 14<sup>th</sup> century Mysore place is perfect blend of
Hindu, Mughal and Gothic style architecture. It is three story structure with
marble domes. Palace is Surrounded by a large garden and big complex. <br />
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The palace is converted into a Museum. You can visit the
place inside and explore the museum every day from 10.00 am to 5.30 pm. Entry
fee is 70 rs. However, the major attraction is the sound and light show in the
evening starts from 7:00 pm for 1 hour. Inside the palace you can see many exclusive paintings,
artefacts, weapons, musical instruments, royal furniture, Darbar hall. Decorated
doors, ceilings and pillars inside the palace will make you awestruck.You can’t
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This church was built in 1804. Typical gothic style architecture,
its twin spires are 175 feet (53 m) in height. This church is one of the tallest
churches in India. The floor plan of the cathedral is in the form of a cross. Inside
contains stained glass windows depicting scenes from the birth of Christ and
the hall can easily accommodate up to 800 people. Timing is from 8AM - 8PM and no
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The name Mysore is an anglicised version of Mahishuru, which means the abode of Mahisha. The common noun
Mahisha, in Sanskrit, means buffalo; in this context, however, Mahisha refers
to Mahishasura, a mythical demon who could assume the form of both human and
buffalo, who, according to Hindu mythology, ruled the ancient parts of Mysore
Kingdom. He was
killed by the Goddess Chamundeshwari, whose temple is situated atop the
Chamundi Hills, after whom it is named.<br />
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Imagine a bridge you are crossing, has life. A bridge that can be trained, A bridge that can be stronger over a period of time. A bridge that can be built but grown as well.<br />
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Hard to believe but this is a reality in Meghalaya.<br />
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A small state in northeast part of India. Meghalaya means abode of clouds and the name is perfectly apt. Meghalaya is home to Mawsynram and Cherapunjee, the highest rainfall in the world. Tropical forest, waterfall, deep valley, Meghalaya is truly a nature lover paradise. Crossing a stream, the river is always challenging but the local tribes Khasi knows how to overcome these challenges. By building a bridge from roots of rubber tree aka Living root bridge.<br />
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Ficus elastica tree (Indian Rubber Trees) is found in a dense tropical forest in Meghalaya, particularly along with river bank.A living root bridge is formed by guiding the pliable roots of the Ficus elastica tree across a stream or river and then allowing the roots to grow and strengthen over time until they can hold the weight of a human being. Then young roots are sometimes tied or twisted together and are often encouraged to combine with one another.<br />
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How to reach - From Sohra (Cherapunjee), reach Tyrna village
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Plan - We planned to trek down to Nongriat, stay there overnight, and trek back to Tynra next morning. Once we reached Tyrna, we parked our
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It took us 2 hours to reach Nongriat. En route we took
lots of photos, made videos, otherwise it could have been 1 or 1.5 hrs trek. I
started wondering why many people considered this trek as difficult. I got the answer the next day when we started ascending to Tyra. Anyways
if you are a regular trekker then its a moderate level of trekking. The route was scenic, we crossed bridges,
suspension and living roots both. The sound of the water stream around, birds
chirping made the trek more enjoyable. In some area, there are steep descend,
but taking small breaks helped.<br />
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By the time we reached Nongriat, it was 5:30 pm, we found small homestay right next to double-decker living root bridge. The room was small but manageable considering the area. There were many travelers from different part of the country and after tasty dinner, we had eventful night sharing our travel stories over late-night tea.<br />
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Woke up early morning, packed out small back and before we started ascend to Tyrna, spent some more time at living root bridge. A small waterfall and natural pool is like icing on the cake, added more beauty to this place.<br />
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It is thought that, under ideal conditions, a root bridge can last for many hundreds of years. As long as the tree from which it is formed remains healthy, the bridge will naturally self-renew and self-strengthen as its component roots grow thicker. During this trek, we came across few living root bridges and observed some are provided added support with more wood or bamboo poles.<br />
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The emotion of traveler kicked in and started thinking why are we leaving such a beautiful place, where can you find such peace, the beauty of nature. But reality hit us back and we started our trek up to Tyrna. This time it was tiring and we took more time.<br />
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Overall it was one of a kind adventure, I do trekking regularly but this time the place made this experience unique and unforgettable.</div>
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Whenever you travel to Bhutan it's highly unlikely that you don't explore Thimphu and Paro, cities. These two are major city and tourist attractions in Bhutan. Here I am going to list down top 3 places you must visit<br />
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<b>1) </b><b>Thimphu - TashiChho Dzong</b><br />
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Dzongs in Bhutan are kind of Fortress with political administration and religion significance. Usually one half of Dzong will have administrative office and other half will have temples. Tashicho is one of the oldest and second largest Dzong in Bhutan, Next to Wang Chu river its pure delight to watch it from distance, absolute beauty once you roam and see the architecture inside. Entry fee is 300 rs that includes guide charge as well. This Dzong is located just outside of Thimphu city and easily to reach.<br />
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<b> 2) Thimphu - Buddha Dordenma</b><br />
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This massive statue of Buddha measures in at a height of 51.5 m, making it one of the largest statues of Buddha in the world. Situated high on the mountain overlooking Thimphu city. It is made of bronze and is gilded in gold.<br />
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<b>3) Thimphu - Memorial Chorten</b><br />
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Chorten means seat of faith. This iconic structure is located in the center of city.<br />
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<b>4) Thimphu - National Library (Bonus attraction)</b><br />
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Did you know world's
largest published book is in National library of Bhutan, Thimpu.
According to Guinness book of record weight of the book is 60kg
measuring 1.52 meter long and 2.13 meter wide. Not many aware of it and
visit the national library but if you like history and wants to know
more about Bhutan, its kingdom, architecture, history then this is
perfect place for you.<br />
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<b>1) Paro - Rinpung Dzong</b><br />
One of the oldest and largest Dzong in Bhutan. Its near Paro airpot. Located next to Paro Chu (River). While you can explore inside the dzong but dont forget to see it glowing during night<br />
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<b>2) Paro - Tiger's Nest</b><br />
This is must do activity in Bhutan. Most iconic and sacred Takhsang also knowns as Tiger's Nest. 30 mins drive from Paro Airport and you will reach at the base of Tiger Nest. To visit the monestary there is entry fee of 500 rs. you can get the tickets from office located near car parking. The trek to Tiger nest could be tiring but worthy.<br />
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<b>3) Paro - Airport View</b><br />
Paro airport is considered as one of the most dangerous airport in the world. Its not because of any accident but the surrounding makes it toughest airport to land and only handful of pilots are certified to land in this airport. There is great view point in Paro where you can see the landing and take-off which is one kind of experience. <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4160651752594971322.post-41804205933178901622019-09-25T20:34:00.001+05:302019-09-25T20:34:41.188+05:30Bhutan - Land of Thunder Dragon<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jZRrJYKvtnE" width="480"></iframe>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4160651752594971322.post-46791878300954439472019-09-11T11:42:00.000+05:302019-09-11T11:51:53.873+05:30Mysterious Morgan House in Kalimpong<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Have you ever wondered why some of the most haunted places are so beautiful. Ruins have their own charms but there are some nice big beautifully designed mansion around the world tagged as most haunted. A bit ironic, beautiful yet haunted. Morgan House in Kalimpong is one such place.<br />
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Beautifully designed, almost 100 years old but well maintained. I explored the beautiful city of Kalimpong before my Bhutan road trip. Kalimpong is 171 km from Jaigaon, the border town in India.<br />
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Kalimpong is popular tourist destination in West Bengal, beautiful city located at elevation of 1,250 metres (4,101 ft), best known for many educational institutes mostly established during British colonial era. Most of the big houses and mansions there were also built during that era including Morgan House.<br />
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This mansion was built in 1930 by Mr. George Morgan. Built on sixteen acres of estate its classic example of colonial architecture, raw brick wall covered with green moss. You can get the clear view of Kanchenjunga mountain range<br />
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3 KM from Kalimpong clock circle. Morgan house is now WB tourism board property. Its near to Kalimpong golf course.<br />
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Like many old, big mansion, Morgan house has seen many ups and down. After death of Mr. Geroge Morgan and his wife, this mansion was left deserted, abandoned. No one from Morgan’s family came and lived here. After many lonely years, it was handed over to Govt of India post-independence and then Bengal tourism board started a hotel there. Morgan house came back to life but it also came with ghost of Lady Morgan.<br />
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I am not sure how true these stories are but many tourists stayed there reported paranormal activities. Local believe that lady Morgan’s ghost still lives there. Well who wants to leave their house and if the house is as beautiful as Morgan House then I doubt no one. <o:p></o:p> Anyways stories can be made up, experiences can be result of misidentification and fear. I didn’t stay there so I can’t comment more but certainly exploring the beautiful Morgan house and surrounding, I can say one thing, if you would like to experience staying at the true British era mansion then Morgan house must be in your list.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4160651752594971322.post-33059627817218611662019-08-23T09:40:00.001+05:302020-07-03T13:36:56.241+05:30Entering the Land of Thunder Dragon - Bhutan<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Bhutan a Buddhist country on Himalayan region, known for its top position in happiness index. Mysterious but well known for its monasteries, Dzongs (fortess), Hills, beautiful landscape. It was on my travel bucket list for long time. Finally last week I was able to complete 6 days trip to Bhutan and covered Thimphu, Paro, Punakha and Ha Valley.<br />
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This is going to be a different type of blog, not the usual travelogue I write but its more like an information blog. But I will post two more blogs covering Thimpu and Paro in my usual storytelling style. I am getting many messages about my trip, how did I plan, how to get in there, permits and all..so here we go<br />
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<b>Getting in there</b><br />
There are two ways to reach Bhutan.<br />
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By Road -, Another way is to reach by road. I took a flight from Bangalore to Bagdogra, Siliguri, and then hired self-driven car. Jaigaon is the border town in India and the other side in Bhutan is Phuntsholing. From Siliguri to Bhutan Gate (between Jaigaon and Phuntsholing), it will take 4.30 hrs. Once you get a permit in Phuntsholing, you can reach Thimphu (145 km) or Paro (120 km) by your own vehicle, hired taxi or bus.<br />
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By Air - Paro is the only international airport in Bhutan and you can get flights from Delhi, Kolkata, Bagdogra, Gaya, and Guwahati. Only two airlines are flying in and out, <a href="https://www.drukair.com.bt/" target="_blank">Druk</a> and <a href="http://www.bhutanairlines.bt/" target="_blank">Royal Bhutan.</a> You can get your ticket booked from their respective website only.<br />
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<b>Permit/Visa</b><br />
There is no Visa required for Indians but you will have to get the permit. If you are coming by road get the permit from Phuntsholing(Border town). Near the Bhutan Gate, you will find Immigration office (opens on weekdays only). You need carry these documents<br />
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Bhutan time is 30 mins ahead of IST, so make sure you reach the immigration office at 8:30 IST, get in the queue, carry all documents, and duly filled form. Outside of the immigration office, 2/3 employee will check your documents and if everything is fine. It will be sent inside for further processing. You will have to wait outside. Then after some time one employee will come back with all your documents, call you name and then write a counter number in the first page of document. Go to that counter, get your biometric done and passport stamped. The permit will be issued for 7-10 days to travel only in Phuntsholing, Thimphu and Paro if you have to extend it can be done in the Thimphu immigration office. Once you get the permit (stamped on the passport or permit copy in case of voter ID) get the entry stamped at checkpoint 5km after Phuntsholing Border town and while coming back make sure you get exit stamped at the same place.<br />
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To cover Punakha and Ha Valley you need a separate permit that can be obtained from the Thimpu immigration office. For self-driven car, another permit is required, that can be obtained from RST office in Phuntsholing and Thimpu. Make sure you start from weekdays if you are entering via road, Immigration office will be closed during weekends and holidays.<br />
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<b>Itinerary</b> -<br />
Day 1 - Base Thimphu - Permit done at Phuntsholing, Traveled to Thimphu (145 km / 4.5 hrs)<br />
Day 2 - Base Thimphu - City sightseeing (Handicraft Market, National Library, Royal Monetary, Tashicho Dzong), Permit done for Punakha and Haa Valley<br />
Day 3 - Base Thimphu - Punakha via DochuLa (74 km from Thimphu), Explore Punakha Dzong, Suspension Bridge, Dochu-La 108 chortens<br />
Day 4 - Base Paro - Big buddha (Thimphu) and Traveled to Paro (50 km, 1.5 hrs), Visited Haa Valley via Chele-La (60 km from Paro)<br />
Day 5 - Base Paro - Tiger Nest (Parking and Base 11 km from Paro) and Paro Local sightseeing Day 6 - Base Phuntsholing - Paro Dzong, Museum and Drove back to Phuntsholing<br />
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<b>Expenses</b> - All expenses are for six days in Bhutan and shared by 4<br />
Travel Expense - Paid 2600 per day for a self driven car, per head 3900 Rs<br />
Fuel expense was 4000 Rs, per head 1000 Rs<br />
So Toal travel expense 4900 Rs.<br />
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Hotel Expenses - Hotel choice It depends upon person to person but you can easily get good hotels to start from 1200. I paid approx 25k for four-person two rooms in 6 days. Per Head 6250 Rs.<br />
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Food - You can easily get the Indian foods, though Bhutanese cuisines were amazing. Again it depends how much and how well you want to eat but I found the price there is not so expensive and similar to India. So I would say it would have been 700-800 rs per Day. For 6 days 4200 Rs. per head<br />
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So overall - Travel + Hotel + Food it would be 15350 Rs.<br />
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Over and above of these expenses, you can do shopping, pay entry fees for some of the attractions, do clubbing in Thimphu. You can easily find Clubs, Pubs and Bars there.<br />
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Pls note I have not included my travel details from Bangalore to Jaigaon (Border Town). Its only for Bhutan. We took flight from Bangalore to Bagdogra, hired a car, and drove to Jaigaon.<br />
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You need to pay entry fee of 300 rs for most of the Dzong that covers the guide fee as well. Visiting monastery inside Tiger Nest entry fee is 500 rs.<br />
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You can get local tourist SIM (B-mobile) in rs. 150, with that you will get 100 rs talk time. You can buy 99 rs data pack (900mb) additionally.<br />
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Indian currency is well accepted there. I had not used 2000 Rs but other denominations are well accepted. You can use your Indian ATM card and withdraw money from any of the ATM. Bank of Bhutan charge 200 per transaction (whether its 100 or 15000) better use Bhutan Development Bank ATM with Rupay card, it didn't charge me any transaction fee.<br />
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Weather was unpredictable, it was hot in the morning, rained in the afternoon and evening but able to explore all the major attractions without any issue.<br />
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For shopping, Thimphu and Bhutan has many shops, especially the handicrafts. For the best experience and price visit Handicraft market in Thimphu. It's opposite to Taj Tashi hotel in Norzim Lame. <br />
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I hope this blog will help you to make a plan for Bhutan trip. I will write two more blogs covering Thimphu, Paro, tourist attraction and my experience there.</div>
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Do a quick search on google “Most Haunted Places in India” or to be specific “Most Haunted Places in Mussoorie” you will find Lambi Dehar Mines listed there and then numbers of newspaper articles (some of them are big and reputed media), blogs, videos all claiming this place to be haunted. I went through most of the articles and I was not surprised by the content of articles.<br />
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50000 (yes 50000) workers died here. I don’t know how they got this number,<br />
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Witches roam here and scream every night. <br />
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Several car and bike accidents near this area<br />
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Once a helicopter crashed here<br />
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Most of the writers of article, blogs never went there but copied content from one website to another and thus you will see many internet articles flooded with claiming this place to be “Most Haunted Place” and exectly similar content. Its all from mouth to mouth<br />
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There are few who went there and spent a night. You can find some great YouTube videos claiming they have seen shadows, heard screaming, footstep. Scary!!! Right?? But no credible evidence to back it up their claims. <br />
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I can go on and on with my arguments but let’s keep that aside for now.<br />
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History time!!! No one knows when this mine started, is there any official record? But we do know this mine was closed due to order of supreme court in 1995. I was able to find out some very old official record and supreme court order to get more info. Interestingly the name of mine was mentioned as “Lambidhar” not the “Lambi Dehar”.<br />
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Lambidhar limestone Mine of M/s Uttar Pradesh State Mineral Development Corporation Ltd. (UPSMDC) was a State Undertaking and it had 97 hectares covering the Lambidhar Hills. In Mussoorie hill range of Himalayas, Limestone was extracted by blasting out the hills with dynamite. This also resulted in cave-ins and slumping because the mines dug deep into the hillsides, which is an illegal practice per se. Due to lack of vegetation, many landslides occurred which killed villagers and destroyed their homes, cattle and agricultural lands. In 1961, mining was prohibited in the state, however it got reopened by successfully lobbying with state govt. This led to corrupt, illegal practices and there was no enforcement of safety rules.<br />
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So as per the old records, Lambidhar or Lambi Dehar mine was closed in 1995 and it was also highlighted there were no safety measures for workers. However I couldn’t find any articles related to mine workers death. <br />
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Last week, when I was in Mussoorie, I decided to explore the mines. It was always on my agenda, however, I was unsure how to reach there.<br />
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While I was enjoying early morning tea and view from my hotel room balcony. I looked in to google map and pleasantly surprised to find out Lambi Dehar was hardly 2.3 KM from my Hotel. In hill stations like Mussoorie, don’t get fooled by distance, because of hill region, it may take more than an hour to reach with several zig zag or hair pin bend roads.<br />
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Another surprise on the card.<br />
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I started looking around from my balcony (it was mountain view room) to find out where Lambi Dehar could be. And there it was (it was raining at that time, couldn't take clear picture)<br />
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I zoomed in my camera lens and I was able to identify that ruined building as Lambi Dehar (Thanks to all the pics and videos I had seen). The ruined mine is situated amidst natural beauties in doon valley. From the distance I could sense how calm and serene it is.<br />
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I hired a taxi and reached there. Govind (driver) was aware of the location and here is his version of story.<br />
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Once due to landslide more than 500 mine workers injured and trapped in mines. There was a small hospital for mine worker, couldn’t help them as unexplainable fire broke out there, thus resulting many mine workers death without any medical assistance. Now it’s the ghost of mine workers haunting the place. Then he said this is something he heard from his parents (Driver was in mid 20’s). I asked him about another rumors of witches roaming this area and screaming in the night. He was not sure about the story.<br />
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Then Govind told me that he has been to this place many times during nights. Many young tourists had asked him to take them to this place after midnight to experience the spookiness. There were tourist groups came here to celebrate the birthday party at night. Once 3 youngsters went there and within an hour they started screaming and crying. They pleaded Govind to take them back to the hotel immediately. Govind tried asking them, but they were completely in shock. <br />
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I asked Govind what he thinks about this place, is it really haunted? Govind said he doesn't think this place is haunted, for him its another ruined building in hill and now popular tourist destination.<br />
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I couldn’t agree more!!<br />
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The place is now completely ruined. The road leading to this place is in bad condition and I could see how difficult it would be driving in the night. <br />
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And there is small tea shop!!! You could imagine the popularity of the place. Though when I went in there initially, I couldn’t see anyone except the tea seller and his helper at tea shop. <br />
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I started roaming around the area. All the buildings are in bad conditions. The great Indian graffiti was all over the places. Because of the rain in some rooms there was water, mud. In some room I could see bottle of liquors, beers. So, this seems to be happening place. One of the building is three storeyed, there are stairs. When I reached at the third floor, I heard some noise and I was like..here is something interesting!!!<br />
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It turned out to be a love birds sitting at the window, they would have thought this place to be more peaceful. But they got alerted by hearing my footstep. They looked to me rather uncomfortably and I was bit embarrassed, said sorry and left the room. <br />
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I explored every nook and corner, checked every room, trying to find out any trace of paranormal activities. But I couldn’t find any!<br />
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May be was not the right time it, maybe it was not haunted, maybe I was distracted by beauties of the hill around.<br />
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After exploring the area it was time for some tea!!! While sipping tea I asked the tea seller about the place and he seems to be more excited that it was weekend and many tourists will come to explore the place. And then he told me that he stays there late night as well and sometime sleeps over there. Is this place haunted? It does not matter to him as long as people come and buy snacks, tea from him. That’s his only source of income.<br />
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I could be see how one of the so called "most haunted place in India" is turning out to be popular tourist attraction. Feeling similar to Bhangrah fort. My thoughts on places like these remain same. If you are in places like these, its mid night, no one except two or three of your friends, a ruined, deserted place in the remote hill area. You never know if there are some animals around you, sound of wind, lack of light and history of the place will certainly spook you out.<br />
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Coming back to all the writing in newspaper and blogs.<br />
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1) 50000 mine workers died here - well, I can't find any such old newspaper article to confirm this. looked in to newspaper archives, Also looking around the area, its nearly impossible for 50k workers to work there. Even death of 500 odd worker and fire at hospital could have been easily newspaper headline but there is none. May be many people kept dieing over period of time while working.<br />
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2) Witches roam here and scream every night - I would rather go with local driver and tea seller (they denied such claims) than all those newspaper media and blogger (claiming this without any credible proof). My hotel room balcony had unrestricted and clear view to mine and I don't remember hearing any scream in nights.<br />
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3) Many cars met with accidents and one helicopter crashed here - Again I don't find any newspaper article to confirm any helicopter crash at this location but car accidents, could have happened. For that matter, it could happen to any area in Mussoorie considering the roads, hair pin bends, inexperienced driver, mist and clouds anytime. If you see my pictures carefully you could see how bad road condition are leading to this place. So claiming all those odd car accident to paranormal is laughable.<br />
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Is this place really haunted? May be, please do the proper investigation and come up with credible evidence. If it can't be done, please stop spreading rumors and think logically.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1Lambi Dehar Mines, Cart Rd, Khanij Nagar, Mussorie Range, Uttarakhand 248179, India30.4519563 78.0386900999999430.4515283 78.03805959999994 30.4523843 78.03932059999994tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4160651752594971322.post-3789923759794104852019-06-21T12:22:00.000+05:302020-07-19T21:49:40.328+05:30Meghalya - A guide for your trip to the Abode of Clouds<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Meghalaya is a small state in the Northeast part of India. It's home of the wettest place on earth and the longest caves. I explored Meghalaya a few weeks back and I have no hesitation to call it India's best kept secret destination. Hills, Valley, Waterfalls, Rivers, Lakes, Tropical forest, Excellent roads, great foods, I had seen it all in my 4 days trip<br />
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<b>Day 1 </b><br />
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Guwahati - From Bangalore, I flew to Guwahati. Guwahati has an international airport and directly connected to most parts of India. From Guwahati, we hired a self-drive car and drove to Shillong.<br />
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The road from Guwahati to Shilong is excellent and scenic. Its four-lane national highway, 98 km journey and takes around 2 hrs to reach Shillong<br />
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Shillong - Just before entering Shillong, you could see Umiam Lake. Its vast and scenic reservoir. A popular attraction in Meghalaya and has water sports facilities.<br />
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After checking in Hotel, we started exploring Shillong. The next attraction was the Ward's Lake. It's in the middle of the city surrounded by a lush green garden. There is 10 rs. entry fee and 20 rs camera charge.<br />
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The next destination in Shillong was Police Bazar. Its most happening place in Shillong because of the market place, shops, restaurants. There are a few pubs where you can chill beers and enjoy rock music.<br />
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<b>Day 2</b><br />
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Dawki is 80 km from Shillong. We started our day in a bad note and stuck in traffic for 4 hours because of a major accident in the outskirt of Shillong. The route was again scenic, this time we could see mist all over the place. Roads were hardly visible in some places.<br />
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Dwaki is a small village near India-Bangladesh Border and most famous of its Umngot River. Umngot river is truly a photographer's delight because of its crystal clear water.<br />
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After parking our car, we decided to take a boat ride. The boat ride fee is 700 rs per boat. During the boat ride, it started raining heavily. Without raincoat and umbrella, we drenched, decided to stop the boat ride in midway. The sailor of boat then helped us to connect with another person, who provides a tent for camping. We decided overnight stay in Dawki and did camping at the riverside.<br />
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Late afternoon we drove to Krang Shuri waterfall, 28 km from Dwaki village. The road condition is ok but you will see hundreds of trucks lined up onside because of India - Bangladesh border trade. We came across a beautiful landscape on the way.<br />
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By the time we reached Krang Shuri it was 5pm and it was getting dark. From car parking, 500-meter trek down, you can see the Krang Shuri waterfall. Its beautiful waterfall with crystal clear water. Its like natural swimming pool, swimming is allowed there. We couldn't spend more time there, as it was completely dark and entry to the waterfall is not allowed after 6pm.<br />
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We drove back to Dwaki. Our tent was ready, after exploring the village and dinner, we retired to bed. It rained all night but our tent was solid, stayed firm. Another good experience.<br />
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Double Decker Living Root Bridge<br />
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Next Morning after another boat ride, we left Dawki and started our journey to Tyrna village. Tyrna is the starting point of the trek to Double-decker living root bridge. From Dawki it is 95 km, From Sohra(Cherapunjee) its 13 km. The route was scenic and in some part full of mist.<br />
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In the trekking entry point, there is a parking place. We parked our car and started trekking.<br />
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Double decker living root bridge is in Nongriat Village. It's very small village with hardly 100 people living in there. Trek to Nongriat village is scenic. There is a clear trek path with more than 3500 steps.<br />
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En route, you can see many water streams, cross iron bridges and a couple of living root bridges.<br />
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We completed the trek and reached Nongriat village in 2 hours. Finally the double-decker living route bridge. I will cover more about this trek in another blog<br />
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Once we reached, we started looking for homestay and found a small homestay close to Double-decker bridge. There is nothing much to do in the evening and we did hang out with other travelers in the homestay. It rained most part of the night and sharing each other's story over a hot cup of tea, It was time well spent.<br />
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<b>Day 4</b><br />
Last day in Meghalaya, woke early around 6, after a cup of tea and packing our bag, we trekked up to Tyrna village. It took exactly 2 hours and then we drove to Guwahati (159 km) to catch out flight back to Bangalore.</div>
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Karnataka is truly nature lover’s paradise with many eco-trails,
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Once you are out of hassle and bustle of Bangalore , you
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