Chakrathirtha' can be roughly translated to sacred whirlpool. Chakratirtha is situated between two hills, the Rishimukha Hill on the north and the Matanga Hill on the south. At this spot, the Tungabhadra River gets narrow and changes direction, turning from east to north. As a result, strong currents are formed, and these currents are not always discernible from the shore. It is a popular spot among pilgrims and is visited by many people on auspicious days This location is regarded to be the most sacred spot along the Tungabhadra River, and is thought to be where Shiva handed Vishnu his weapon, the Chakra.
The large flat rock by the riverbank has several carvings on it including Shivalingas and footprints carved in the shape of 'chakras'.Read more
November 15, 2022 in India ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C