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The Sivarathri festival is celebrated at the chemmannur Malleswaran temple by the tribals during the month of February/March. The Malleswaran peak is worshipped as a gigantic Shivalinga by the Adivasis who celebrate the Sivarathri festival there with great fervour.
very scenic undulating hills.
23-km ride into the dense forest for ₹325 per head. Tall watchtower and river. Five-hour trip into the 237 km² park. Previous day booking by telephone is essential. You have to report at the park gate between 8AM and 1PM. The roads inside the park are unpaved and the terrain tough. Animal sightings are rare and if you are not a tree bum, be prepared for a massive disappointment.