Friday, October 24, 2008

Bender theertha - Hot water spring

Bender Theertha: Irde, Puttur
Bender theertha is the only place in south India for Hot water spring situatated near Seerehole river, Irde Puttur South kanara district of Karnataka. Around 1350 to 4600 liters of warm mineral water oozes out for every hour. The temperature of the water is about 106 degree Fahrenheit. The water has a lingering aroma of sandalwood and If one takes a bath in this, it could cure many skin related diseases. The pool is located in the midst of vast arecanut plantations and on the bank of gently flowing seerehole river. The road is approachable by vehicle.
This place was donated for the public by Late N. Shrinvasa Rai, irde and a nameplate was provided by Shree Aanaje Ganesh Rai . This place used to attract lot of curious visitor and could be an ideal picnic spot for the nature lovers. Bender Theertha is one of the amazing places to be found around Puttur.