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Hogenakkal, Tamil Nadu(Hogenakkal is also spelled as Hogenakal / Hoggenakal / Hoggenagkal)
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Hogenakkal Waterfalls, known as the 'Niagara' falls of India, are not a single waterfall but a series of falls and they offer a promising holiday destination for nature lovers from within and outside the country. Hogenakkal is considered as one of the most beautiful places in the state. The broad stream of the River Kaveri gets forked at this point, forming an island from where one stream continues on while the other plunges into a deep chasm to create one of the loveliest waterfalls, giving these rocks the name Hogenakkal which means "smoking rock". This riverside spa is famous for coracles, masseurs and roaring waters. The sound of the Kaveri river, roaring between rocky banks, is a constant presence in most places in Hogenakkal. At Hogenakkal, the Kaveri river enters the plains and the river dashing against the rocks is a great sight. Another attraction is the diving skills of local kids, who can show their diving skills for a fee. They can dive for you from a height of around 30 feet into the water and climb straight up back on the rocks in no time, all for mere Rs 5/- from the spectator. Once in Hogenakkal, one can take a coracle ride across the river. The coracles or circular basket boats are covered with black plastic sheets and carry the ferry tourists across the shimmering, rippling river. The ride will take to the foot the majestic waterfalls – an exhilarating yet intimidating experience. The water here surges under the coracle, tossing it around, raging and hissing as though it might flood and capsize the boat any moment. The sight of Hogenakkal up close is as spellbinding, imposing and even a bit frightening. This white waterfall is particularly impressive soon after the monsoon months when the river is brimming. One can try getting a massage from the famed Hogenakkal masseurs. The local malishkarans or the mystic masseurs are armed with oils, powders and esoteric knowledge about the different massage points in the human body. There are also a few women masseurs. The massage offered here is a nice experience for the visitors. Hogenakkal offers long treks in the surrounding Melagiri Hills and one can explore the lush, rugged, landscape. Hogenakkal is unique as it is the only natural, traditional river spa in the land. It also offers a thrilling experience, and as an added bonus, one can visit the giant terra-cotta village guardians, the Aiyanars, on the way to Hogenakkal. ArticlesView allMonsoon Magic I - The rumble and tumble of waterfallsby Shwetha on Jul 27, 2010Monsoons have arrived; slushy roads & traffic jams mark its arrival in the city, so head closer to nature & enjoy the real beauty of rains, bubbling streams & lush greenery! In this 3part series we give you a lowdown on monsoon getaways across the country Travel within city
On FootThe village of Hogenakkal is small, and tourists can easily cover all the interesting locations present within its boundaries on foot. Walking through the village can be a relaxing experience, and tourists normally go for this option when visiting the village of Hogenakkal. BusBuses are available within the village limits. Most of these buses are buses that connect the village of Hogenakkal to other villages in and around the place, and tourists can take these buses in order to get in and around the village of Hogenakkal too. BoatBoats will also be available to travel from one bank of the Cauvery River to another, and these can be taken up for rates ranging around Rs 15 to 30. You can also opt for adventure rides through coracles. While these are not actual modes of transport per se, they are a fun opportunity to explore the waterways. BlogsHogenakkal Tripblog.ramagi.comA ride to Hogenakkal falls with my beauty discofeedproxy.google.com |
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Though the falls are very beautiful , its not a place to be recommended for a Family outing. The place is usually crowded and you will invariably find a lot of lumpen elements who think that ladies are an easy target for eve- teasing . The police makes its presence felt by being absent.
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I agree- we made a trip down recently with kids and family. I would not be going back to this place. Tjhe falls may be good from far off but the water is murky & polluted, hawkers everywhere.....not a place for the fainthearted
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ITS VERY BEAUTYFULL FALLS IN INDIA
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It is one of the beatyful water falls in the world.I go practically every two weeks over there and I enjoy the most.The waters, rocks, boating, the fish,the trees etc..,.I request the Government and the public to keep the place out of pollution.
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hogenakkal a very very nice place
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hi friends,
i wanna go for picnic to hogenakkal-falls. i am staying in bangalore. please suggest me the way , places,any tourist busses , distance etc information .
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This is a very unique place quite different from any other water falls in india.. esp during the rains. My bit of suggestions.. http://livingismyright.blogspot.com/2011/01/hogenakkal-falls-tamilnadu.html
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