Heading further south to Kumbakonam there was more water in rivers and ponds so everything is a bit greener, almost tropical. But there's less and less in English so can't read the destination on the buses any longer. There also seem to be more beggars here, it hasn't been an issue before.
After three days in rather basic accommodation we're in a luxury (by Indian standards) hotel for three nights while we go more temple hopping.
We visited a couple of small temples in the evening, one 9th century so very simple but with nice carvings. Then to the almost unpronounceable Gangaikondancholapuram which was totally different to anything else so far. It was the capital city of the Chola empire in the 11th century but only the temple survives. Tricky to get a bus back.
Sunday to Dahmasuram for another big one, but not high, just intricately carved. Spot the difference!
Another post more about Sunday.
Looks fascinating. Does Google translate from the written word if you scan it????
ReplyDeleteYou really are adventurous....
Still not jealous though!!!😕😁