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Hogenakkal Falls or Hogenakal Falls is a waterfall
in South India on the river Kaveri. It is located in the Dharmapuri district of
the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, about 180 km from Bangalore and 46 km from
Dharmapuri town. The name Hogenakkal is derived from Kannada. It means smoky rocks. 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. 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.
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