Marakkanam Salt Pans
Welcome to the Marakkanam Saltworks
The Marakkanam Salt Pans, located in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, are a true natural gem. These vast expanses of sea salt stretch as far as the eye can see, offering a breathtaking spectacle. Local workers carefully extract the salt using traditional methods passed down through generations.
I discover daring workers who, under a relentless sun, defy the heat and glare of the sun on the salt piles, with their bare hands, carry kilos of salt daily for only a few hard-earned rupees. Despite their low pay, they don't ask for money but for a few squares of chocolate, a luxury item in India that costs a lot.
The Marakkanam Salt Flats in India
The Marakkanam Salt Flats in India
The Marakkanam Salt Flats in India
The Marakkanam Salt Flats in India
The Marakkanam Salt Flats in India
The Marakkanam Salt Flats in India
The Marakkanam Salt Flats in India
The Marakkanam Salt Flats in India
Continue to Mahäbalipuram
Mahabalipuram, located on the southeast coast of India, is a historic city known for its rock-carved temples dating back to the 7th century. Visitors can explore magnificent structures such as the Shore Temple, the Temple of the Descent of the Ganges, and the Five Rathas.
