Kolli hills - A Hill Station with Herbal Secrets!

A pilgrimage site, Kolli Hills called as Kolli Malai alternately is a scenic beauty in the Eastern Ghats around 1300 m above sea level in Namakkal district. Covered by nearly 70 hair pin curves, this mountainous region lures motor cyclists with driving spree. Semmedu is the major village with well connected roads and transport facilities and is the headquarters of the Kolli Hills.

Kolli hill has a rich spiritual heritage proven by numerous Sidda caves, a perfect place for meditation. As the forests grow medicinal herbs, many Siddars including Bogar have been dwelling in Kolli hills researching Ayurveda medicines to cure many diseases and disorders.

Historical References

This divine hill is protected by the Goddess Ettukai Amman also known as Kolli Pavai who protected the sages performing tapas from the demons as per the legendary history of this magnificent terrain, attracting thousands of pilgrims.

Another renowned temple is the Arpaleeswarar temple built by the famous philanthropist King Valvil Ori after a Swayambu Lingam was discovered in an agricultural land.

References in Sangam literature such as Silapadikaaram, Puranaanuru, and many more glorify Kolli hills. Kolli hills believed to be the birthplace of the great Chanakya, who later migrated to North, established the famous Mouriya dynasty, and wrote the famous “Arthasasthram” – a world renowned guide for administration.

Beauties of Kolli Hills

Rich flora and fauna, curvy mountains apt for driving fantasies, ideal spots for trekking, glacial waterfalls, serene surroundings for meditation, and majestic beauty of nature are the evidence hailing this hill station.

Lush green forest comprising trees, plants, and shrubs rich in medicinal values and healing power of various diseases and disorders.

Endless terrace farming of rice, huge black pepper and coffee estates, organic vegetables and fruits such as sweet oranges, honey dipped special varieties of jackfruits, pineapple and delicious hill bananas are some of the specialties.

 Kolli Hills Tourism  

Amongst the major tourist attractions in Kolli Hills, the divine Arapaleeswarar temple is the epicenter of Kolli hills sightseeing. A must visit the place is the botanical garden housing the beautiful rose garden surely attracts tourists especially children.

Agaya Gangai waterfalls make you feel in paradise. Take a lake view tour enjoying your stay in spacious boat houses. Maasila falls is yet another waterfall to visit. Extraordinary viewpoints such as Seeku parai, Sirumalai, and Selur showcase the natural beauty of the hills.

Reasons to dwell in Kolli Hills

Kolli Hills is a destination for people interested in nature and agriculture. Besides agriculture, the region also supports livelihood opportunities connected with its local produce and tourism.

Kolli Hills is known for different forms of tourism, including eco-tourism, adventure tourism, spiritual tourism and herbal-research tourism—giving it a distinctive hill-station and real-estate character.

Tourism and agriculture contribute to local economic activity and may influence general interest in properties in the region.

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It is true at Kolli Hills,

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