Attractions Of Mahabalipuram: Krishna's Butter Ball

Krishna's Butter Ball

Short Overview:

The “butterball” is a giant balancing rock, 5 meters in diameter, perched on a smooth slope, seemingly defying all laws of physics. This huge rock boulder is quite popular with locals and tourist attraction as it makes for an interesting backdrop for some whacky photographs. Brave-hearts may sit under the cool shade of the rock and can have their photographs taken. One of the most common sights is for visitors placing hands under the stone posing for pictures, which looks as though they are holding it. It is believed that several Pallava kings have attempted to move the stone, but the legend is that neither the kings, nor their elephants could shift the boulder even by an inch. 

Long Overview:

The “butterball” is a giant balancing rock, 5 meters in diameter, perched on a smooth slope, seemingly defying all laws of physics. Located at a short distance from Krishna’s butterball is the Ganesha Mandapam. In Hindu mythology, Lord Krishna had an insatiable appetite for butter, and as a child, would often sneak a handful from his mother’s butter jar. Situated on a hill slope near the Ganesh Ratha this massive natural rock boulder is attributed to a bolus of butter the young Krishna would steal. This boulder is perilously resting at an angle of 45 degrees. The rock boulder is surrounded by lush greenery that immediately has a calming effect on one’s senses.  The best time to visit Krishna’s Butterball in Mahabalipuram is between November and February when the weather is pleasant enough to enjoy the serenity of this place. It’s a common sight to see visitors placing hands under the stone posing for pictures, which looks as though they are holding it up. The rock provides welcome shade if you dare to sit underneath it, and local kids have discovered that the slippery nearby hillside also makes a great natural slide.

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