HOGENAKKAL WATERFALLS
AT
DHARMAPURI
Hogenakkal, the majestic waterfalls,
is often called Cauvery by the populace of Krishnagiri and Dharmapuri
districts, where it is situated. Whenever foreigners think of the comforts of
having a healthy oil massage near the river bed, Hogenakkal will be the
location which would linger in their minds.
Hogenakkal is endearingly said to be the
Niagara of India'. Hogeakkal is surrounded by Melagiri Hills in the backdrops
and 750 feet above sea level.
The way to Hogenekkal falls
is naturally endowed with beauteous Mulberry fields, titanic-sized Protector
Deities (Aiyanars) made of terracotta, the gushig sound of river Cauvery and
bountiful of vegetation.
Travelling 46 kms from Hogenakkal one can
reach Dharmapuri district and the mighty Hogenakkal shares its borders with
Karnataka.The two Kannada words 'Hoge' means 'Smoke' and 'kal' means 'rocks'
give meaning to the word Hogenakkal as Smoky Rocks.
Located around 150 kms from Banglore, the
mind-bogging Hogenakkal is absolutely in the border of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
During rainy Seasons the lush green ambience of Hogenakkal presents a visual
feast to the tourists pouring in.
The unique sight of the tall
trees mounting upon the small island-like mounds clustered with giant rocks on
the way and the fiercely flowing river pounding upon it makes even the dull
hearts go awe-stricken.
The river water is said to
have some special powers as it travels through the forests filled with herbal
plants and shrubs. It is quite stupendous to see the tender-aged boys
showcasing their diving skills.
They exhibit their diving
skills for a mere Rs 5 from the spectators. The courageous young children dive
from tall altitudes which seem to be much more surprising for the spectators
watching along the way.
The circular basket boats are
enveloped in black color plastic sheets. The coracle ride through the river
leaves the tourists with overwhelming joy and fear as the jumping and bouncing
round–shaped boat makes the traveler feel as if the boat is going to capsize.
By Air
The
closest airport is 180.9 km away in Bangalore. There are international and
domestic flights landing in Bangalore International Airport. These flights can
be quite affordable if booked early. So Hogenakkal travel if you want flights has to be done by
first taking a flight to Bangalore and then taking a bus, taxi or Hogenakkal car rental.
By Train
The
closest railways station to Hogenakkal is Salem which is 53 km away. So when
you are looking for Hogenakkal trains, keep in mind that the closest
train station you will get to is Salem which is well-connected to other cities
in India. There will be at least one train every day leaving to Salem Junction.
This is the best train to Hogenakkal route to take and if you book early the
tickets will cost less. Make your Hogenakkal travel as convenient as possible by choosing
the best train route for you.
By Road
Though
there are a number of private buses that travel to Hogenakkal KSRTC (Karnataka
State Road Transport Corporation) is the most common one used to and from
Karnataka.
0 comments:
Post a Comment