Wander Woman

We went to Le Pakshi again. I'm beginning to realise a growing fascination for this place. This time I went with one intention, to see the Giant Footprint in the temple premises. According to folklore this footprint was made by Sri Hanuman when he was flying to Lanka to give Lord Rama's ring to Sita. Some scientific minds would say that this is proof of Nephilims, giant men who once inhabited the earth. Whatever it is, It is definitely interesting to see a perfectly shaped footprint etched in granite. This footprint also has a steady stream of water trickling in at all points of time. Nobody knows where the water comes from but apparently the foot is never dry. There are always a few devotees who will sprinkle this 'holy' water onto their heads. So apart from the Nandi Bull statue,the ancient carvings and the murals, Le Pakshi is turning out to be really interesting.

A very very long time ago, when Garuda fell after having been fatally injured by Ravana, SriRam saw the wounded bird and said "le pakshi" which means 'Rise Bird' and this is what gives this place its name. It took us to almost 1-11/2 hrs to reach Lepakshi. Just before you reach the temple, as you enter the tiny village,you are greeted by the huge statue of Nandi the Bull. It is a magnificent piece. The temple is a short drive away. It is said the Nandi faces the temple and stands as a guard to the temple. Keeping the statue to your left,if you stand at a certain point,you can see the tip of the temple. ancient architecture fascinates me. These small wonders and tiny nuggets of information make a place more interesting. For example, the temple of Le pakshi is famous for its Hanging Pillar . There is a certain Pillar which does not touch the floor. Also,the temple is an architectural marvel. The carvings, the sculptures and the murals take your breath away. It is a nic...