Talakad is a scenic and spiritual center located in Mysore district, near T. Narasipura. Mysore is the second largest city of the Indian state of Karnataka. ...
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. The introduction to this article provides insufficient context for those unfamiliar with the subject matter. ... The Cholas were the most famous of the three dynasties that ruled ancient Tamil Nadu. ...
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. The Cauvery (sometimes written as Kaveri) is one of the major rivers of southern India. ...
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.
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