Tourists in a part of Chhattisgarh are in for a treat, experiencing a rather rare phenomenon where a part of a ground has become “bouncy”, something like a gentle trampoline.
In a video posted on social media, a number of tourists can be seen enjoying the unusual and naturally-occurring bouncy ground. According to the Daily Mail, this is due to a rare occurrence called “soil liquefaction”, when saturated soil substantially loses strength and stiffness in response to applied stress, such as shaking during an earthquake.
Buy an annual Scroll Membership to support independent journalism and get special benefits.
Our journalism is for everyone. But you can get special privileges by buying an annual Scroll Membership. Sign up today!