Talakad

Talakad is a scenic and spiritual center located in Mysore district, near T. Narasipura.

Contents

0.1 History
0.2 Attractions

1 Temples
2 Explanations for the presence of sand

2.1 Scientific
2.2 Mythological

3 References

History

Gangas ruled over much of what is now South Karnataka, (Gangavadi) with Talakadu as their capital. The Gangas were overthrown by the Cholas, who renamed Talakadu as Rajapura.

Attractions

The Cauvery river takes a sharp turn towards the east near Talakad which is thought to be responsible for the sand covering much of Talakad (sand covers around 850 acres according to locals). This creates a beautiful beach like environment around the river.

Temples

Shiva Temple
* Pathaleshwara
* Maruleshwara
* Arkeshwara
* Vaidyanathee-shwara
* Mallikarjuna

Vishnu Temple
* Keerthinarayana

Explanations for the presence of sand

Scientific

Scientists believe that the sand accumulation in Talakad is due to the sharp turn taken by the Cauvery river. The wind blows sand from the river bed towards Talakad.

Mythological

According to mythology, the presence of sand in Talakad is due to the curse of Alamelamma consort to the local representative of the Vijayanagar empire.

References

[Mudukuthore]
[Talakad]
[Temple Tales]

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