Hampi is a rock garden where you will see rocks for miles as far as your eyes can gaze. One can see rocks of all sizes and shapes all around. Some of them have given shape to construct beautiful temples and carvings.
There are two such natural rocks which have been not given any shape and they can be seen even today as they were from ages. These rocks can be seen on the way to Kamalapur, which is 4 kms away from Hampi . The interesting aspect of these Sister Rocks (popularly known as Akka – Thangi Betta) is they lean against each other and touch each other only at the top tip. Local legend has it that two sisters were walking towards Hampi and the were very tired and the weather was very dry. As a result they insulted Hampi and they were cursed to become rocks.
There are two such natural rocks which have been not given any shape and they can be seen even today as they were from ages. These rocks can be seen on the way to Kamalapur, which is 4 kms away from Hampi . The interesting aspect of these Sister Rocks (popularly known as Akka – Thangi Betta) is they lean against each other and touch each other only at the top tip. Local legend has it that two sisters were walking towards Hampi and the were very tired and the weather was very dry. As a result they insulted Hampi and they were cursed to become rocks.
very interesting! we indians are great, coming up with stories even for natural things....
ReplyDeleteAkka is elder sister?
ReplyDeleteVery ineteresting Rock!!
Great rocks! Looks like a nice place for some bouldering:-)
ReplyDeleteVery interesting rock formation and an enticing story to go with it.;)
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Zuzana
Very nice and interesting post. I was not aware of this sister rocks. Thanks for this useful information about the rocks and its history behind it.
ReplyDeleteAmazing beautiful nature!
ReplyDeleteWhat a shame to spend all eternity as a rock.
ReplyDeleteMakes a great photo opp though.
ahh..beautiful picture...
ReplyDeleteA story not unlike the one in the Hebrew Bible where Lot's wife turns into a block of salt because she disobeyed God.
ReplyDeleteAmazing structures!
Power of Imagination...... a nice short stroy nevertheless
ReplyDeleteThanks for including the legend with the photo! Wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThe rock formations are amazing and I love learning about the legend.
ReplyDeleteMarvelous, interesting post as always, Rajesh! Terrific shot and what interesting looking rocks! Love the local legend! Wishing you a great week!
ReplyDeleteSylvia
I love big rocks and boulders! I couldn't resist playing on them, nice photo!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a really interesting location! I would love to visit it eventually!
ReplyDeleteRajesh: What a neat look at the rock formations, very special.
ReplyDeleteI love the way they form a triangle.
ReplyDeleteoh i love all the legend that goes with this. i love rock formations and i hope you show more next time.
ReplyDeleteBig..big..rocks :-)
ReplyDeleteInteresting post !!
I will only say nice things about Hampi!
ReplyDeleteInteresting rock formations. I'm fascinated by the stories that grow up around natural features like this.
Hi Rajesh! Sorry for another long absence, but after a busy start of the year I decided to make a break during the Carnival week, anticipating new hard weeks ahead!!
ReplyDeleteWow! What a awesome shot!!
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intresting information..must be a beautiful place to see!
ReplyDeleteVery interesting story to go along with this photo! Natural monuments like this, that have stood for so long, are mind boggling. Very nice post, as always.
ReplyDeleteThat's incredible. Talk about leaning on your friends.
ReplyDeleteI love how the rocks look like they are balanced on each other. Wonderful, informative post.
ReplyDeleteI love legends like this and they are cool rocks.
ReplyDeletelovely rock formations...
ReplyDeleteGreat capture!
ReplyDeleteI always wanted to visit Hampi , but it is getin delayed always :(
ReplyDeleteand thanks for the story and the photo. HAd never heard abt it
Looks great, a nice area to spend some time.
ReplyDeleteLovely rock formation and nice legend behind it too.
ReplyDeleteOh, those poor sisters. Remind me not to anger the gods. Amazing how they're still standing.
ReplyDeleteInteresting story :). Nice rock formation...
ReplyDeleteFantastic! Thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeletevery beautiful and interesting too.
ReplyDeleteThe leaning rocks looks interesting! Wonderful place.
ReplyDeleteThis is exactly the type of place I like to go and just absorb my surroundings. May daughters would love running around and hiding in a place like this,too. Great post!
ReplyDeleteRock garden!!!! Sounds very interesting place!!!!
ReplyDeleteInteresting rock formation. Neat capture
ReplyDeleteThat's very strange and special !
ReplyDeleteNames given to rocks can make them seem so alive! Really quite apt.
ReplyDeletevery very interesting! the rocks should be really big!
ReplyDeleteGreat story and photos.
ReplyDeleteAnu: Thanks. People come up this kind of stories in all parts of world. May be in the olden days it was a method for scaring people from doing wrong.
ReplyDeleteSpiderdama, Protege, Babli, Phovos, Robin, Tarun, Rakesh, Sumandebray, Stine, Carver, Sylvia, Jhonny, Guy: Thanks for the appreciation.
Kirigalpoththa: Thanks. Yes, Akka means elder sister.
LadiFi, ewok1993, Anya, Wren, Trotter, Marites, Carolyn, Sandy, Snap, Sarah, Catherine, Indrani, J Bar, Dirk, Jenn, Wolynski: Thanks for the appreciation.
Jacob: Thanks. Nice to hear similar type of stories in other parts of world.
Eve, Kichu: Thanks, tis is a nice place worth a visit.
Evelyn, Melusine, Vaggelis, Arasu, Vicky, Japa, Gattina, Radha, Joshi, Joe, Linda: Thanks for the appreciation.
Louise: Thanks. There are rock hills of various shapes and sizes here. Kids will love it.
superb !
ReplyDeleteThat's nice story behind the rocks name!
ReplyDeleteHampi is an amazing place..
ReplyDeletei really wanna go there at least once... i have read stories about it! thats a good shot
Oh these rocks are fantastic. I love big rocks, they would be fun to wander about.
ReplyDeleteYou know I love all man made beauties you've been showing us but this also is fantastic! Mother Nature at its best!
ReplyDeleteSwetha: Thanks, you must visit this place. You will definitely love it.
ReplyDeleteDeepak, Jeevan, Tanmmie, JM: Thanks for the appreciation.