Melukote Akka Tangiyara Kola , Melukote

In this article we share our visit experience of "Akka Tangi Kola" ( meaning Elder Sister , Younger Sister ponds )  at Melukote , a town in Mandya district which attracts with its serene beauty and historic spots - 150 kms from Bangalore.

Melukote Akka Tangiyara Kola

This spot is between the Melukote CheluvaNarayana Swamy temple and Raya Gopura . These two beautiful twin tanks are described as Sister Ponds. As per the traditional account of this spot,  when one of the sister wanted to create this pond , the other sister accepted unwillingly. Hence there's a belief the pond which the earlier sister created has crystal clear water safe for drinking purposes , while the other pond is little slushy and used for washing clothes and other activities. The exact period when these ponds were created are not known but looking at the surrounding it seems to be existing for hundreds of years.

Melukote - Akka Tangiyara Kola - Akka

Melukote - Akka Tangiyara Kola - Tangi

Melukote - Akka Tangiyara Kola - Hill road view

Melukote - Akka Tangiyara Kola - Hill road view

Melukote - Akka Tangiyara Kola - Mantapas

Melukote - Akka Tangiyara Kola - Old Mantapas

A very nice spot to visit with family and friends and enjoy a relaxing weekend . Other places of interest nearby is Sri CheluvaNarayana swamy temple , YogaNarasimha swamy temple , Raya Gopura , Danush Koti . Check them all in our tourist guide articles. Do visit this spot and share your experience.