About Krishna's Butter Ball
Krishna's Butter Ball is a massive granite boulder perched on a steep rock slope in Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu, within the UNESCO World Heritage Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram. Weighing an estimated 250 tons and measuring about 6 meters high, the natural balancing rock appears to defy gravity on a 45-degree incline. Located near Ganesh Ratha, it is a famous geological curiosity and photography spot visited alongside Pallava-era monuments.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect to see a huge rounded granite boulder resting precariously on a short, sloping rock outcrop with a smooth grassy and rocky surroundings. The site is open-air with uneven natural ground, offering clear views of the boulder from multiple angles. Visitors can walk around the base, take photographs, and explore the adjacent park area and nearby Pallava monuments such as Ganesh Ratha and Arjuna's Penance within short walking distance.
Key highlights
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250-ton granite boulder balancing on a 45-degree rock slope defying gravity
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Natural geological formation approximately 6 meters high and 5 meters wide
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Located within the UNESCO World Heritage Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram
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Popular photography spot with the boulder appearing to rest precariously
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Close proximity to Ganesh Ratha, Arjuna's Penance and other Pallava monuments