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Mountain range in India
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Kolli Hills or Kolli Malai (கொல்லி மலை) is a small mountain range in Central Tamil Nadu.
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Ganges from the sky
The main attraction of Kolli Hills. One has to climb down (an back) 1302 steps to reach the falls. The steps are steep and can get very tiring. There are rest places complete with benches and sheds providing rest to the tourists. Stall sells packaged water and non-alcoholic drinks and even soups made out of local herbs. It takes approximately 30 min to climb-down to the falls and 1 hr to climb-up back.
This temple, who main deity is Lord Shiva, is opposite the Akash Ganga falls. The temple is quite old with some history attached to it.
This place is an ideal spot for loitering around with kids. These is a view point at the top of this Botanical Garden.
This temple, who main deity is Amman. This is a very small temple. The goddess is considered to be very powerful among the locals. Try the Kuzhi Paniyaram near the temple.
Waterfalls
This is again a small waterfall. This is not as big as the Akash Ganga falls, but good enough for taking bath.
Waterfalls
This is a small waterfalls situated close to the Arapaleeswarar temple. Not fit for any purpose other than viewing and photography
This is a view point. This is a very small place. One can get a very beautiful view of the valley from this spot.
This place is right at the entry point of Kolli Hills. This place offers a telescopic view of the valley. One might need a special permission to visit this place.
There are many medium sized rivers at Kolli. There aren't any restrictions on fishing.
Resort in Kollis Hill.
Tasty and served fresh.
Buses are available only up to Arapaleshwar temple . Kolli Hills or Kolli Malai (Tamil: கொல்லி மலை) is a small mountain range located in central Tamil Nadu in Namakkal district of India.
Read in the guideThe place is very underdeveloped in terms of traveller's convenience. Very few lodging options, eat-outs and very few places to see. The climate is the best factor. You can relax, lay back and enjoy the nature.
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