Chatra of the Crossroads

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The Chatra of the Crossroads is a chatra (waystation) built at the intersection of three roads in Sri Raji: the Vyaapaar Maarg (which leads to Muladi), the Moksha Sadak (which leads to Tvashti and Pakat), and the Haathi ka Raasta (which leads to Bahru). It consists of a single clay brick wall and a thatched roof held up by bamboo poles. Although the chatra belongs to no one, travelers who use it regularly, such as the Easties, often bring materials and repair any damage to the chatra, particularly once the monsoon season has passed.[1]

Although the chatra is unattended, visitors sometimes find a bowl of fruit waiting for them when they arrive. This fruit is believed to be provided by beneficient spirits.[2]

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