Krishna’s ButterBall

Krishna's Butterball is a famous tourist attraction located in Mahabalipuram, near Chennai, India, rather than directly in Chennai itself. Mahabalipuram is a town known for its historical and cultural significance, and it's situated about 58 kilometers (36 miles) south of Chennai. Krishna's Butterball is a large, precariously balanced granite boulder that appears to defy gravity. The rock is named after Lord Krishna, who, according to Hindu mythology, enjoyed eating butter as a child. The rock is also known locally as "Vaan Irai Kal" or "Stone of the Sky God." The massive boulder measures around 6 meters in height and 5 meters in diameter, making it an impressive natural marvel. Despite its seemingly unstable position on a sloping hillside, the rock has remained in place for centuries, captivating visitors with its unique geological formation. Tourists often visit Mahabalipuram to explore its UNESCO World Heritage-listed monuments, temples, and rock-cut sculptures, with Krishna's Butterball being one of the intriguing highlights in the area.

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