After lunch we traveled a short distance on the Tungabhadra River in coracles. It was a very pleasant trip that eliminated a 30-minute bus ride. It also allowed us to see structures that can only be accessed by the river.
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| A small rock-cut shrine on the path to the river. |
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| A coracle is a round boat made with a tarp over a strong basket. The water-proofing has been enhanced with pitch or tar. |
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| There are no whirlpools or crocodiles, but the government wants to discourage wading and swimming. |
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| Afloat on the river. |
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| I think I'd rather be elsewhere in the event of an earthquake! |
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| The riverbanks are lined with pavilions. |
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| Hanuman (the monkey-headed god) was born here. I'm glad we didn't climb up to his temple! |
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| As I mentioned before, women can be found doing laundry wherever there is easy access to water. |
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