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1 Nov 2012

‘Niagara Falls of India’ – Dharmapuri District in Tamil Nadu

Hogenakal Falls or Hogenakkal Falls is a picturesque waterfall in the southern part of India. These gorgeous falls are formed by the Kaveri River. It is situated in the state of Tamil Nadu in the district of Dharmapuri. The fall lies can be easily accessed from Bangalore City and Dharmapuri town. It is approximately 175 km far from Bangalore and about 45 km far from the town of Dharmapuri.

The word Hogenakkal originates from Kannada language. It can be divided into two words, first is hoge which means smoke and second is kal which means rock. This is because the area seems to be made up of the smoking rocks.

Hogenakal Falls or Hogenakkal Falls offers auspicious views to the tourists due to which it is occasionally referred as the Niagara Falls of India. With its reputation for the hiding boat trip and therapeutic baths, Hogenakkal Falls is a principle spot of visitor attraction. The site is also endowed by the ancient Carbonatite rocks, which are considered as the South Asia’s and worlds oldest rocks.

The water flowing from this fall is so pure that it is a proposed site for producing drinking water. The most excellent season to make a trip here is immediately after the season of monsoons. After monsoons, the River Kaveri is in complete craze. But the Hogenakal Falls can be visited in every season. The picturesque view of the fall and the favorable climatic conditions in surrounding areas attracts a large number of tourists from all around the world. In addition to this, the tourists can enjoy several adventurous water sports here. 

Bathing in the fall and boating are very famous here. It is also a favorite picnic and leisure spot among the tourists. Hence this fall is a synonym to natural beauty with purity. So it is a must place to see in order to take a complete view of India. If you want to spend some memorable time here in this location, then the right option is to book your flights today. Hurry!

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