Sri Rangam [second sequence]

The woe begone , crouching statue of Periyar placed right in front of the majestic towers meets the eye.

However thousands of devotees from all over Bharat---north, east, south and west scarcely gave it a glance . They were rushing in large and small groups only to behold 'Vishnu' and seek his blessings.

A group of old and tired looking Belgians were being conducted around by their tourist guide a frisky young sardar.