Talakad

                                               

Talakad is 45 km from Mysore. A historic site, Talakad once had over 30 temples that today are buried in sand. Now it is a scenic and spiritual pilgrimage center. Talakad is also known as Talakuda and is a desert like town located on the west bank of the river Kaveri 45 kms from Mysore.  The place consisted of around 30 temple at one period of time but now is only filled with ruins of the place.