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Hogenakkal Falls
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NAME
Hogenakkal Falls
OTHER NAMES
Marikottayam
COUNTRY
India
ADDRESS
Hogenakkal, Tamil Nadu 636810
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About Hogenakkal Falls
Located between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, Hogenakkal Falls is cascading water on the Kaveri River. The falls are found 127 km away from Bangalore. The longest drop in the waterfall is noted to be 20 m. The elevation of the falls is 700 m. It is sometimes acknowledged as the Niagara Falls of India. The water temperature in summer ranges from 73 to 93 °F. During the winter it varies between 55 and 81 °F.

Some Lesser Known Facts About Hogenakkal Falls

  • Hogenakkal is made with two Kannada words including Hoge meaning smoke and Kal indicates rock. When the water cascades on the rocks with its force, it emerges as if smoke is radiating from the top of the rock. Therefore, the significance of Hogenakkal is smoking rocks.
  • Local people of Tamil Nadu also refer to the waterfall as Marikottayam.
  • The major tourist attraction is also recognized as the bathing range.
    The major tourist attraction is also recognized as the bathing range.
  • Activities such as Boating and boat rides are permitted during the dry season, as the falls are not as tough to interrupt the route of the boats.
    Activities such as Boating and boat rides are permitted during the dry season, as the falls are not as tough to interrupt the route of the boats.
  • The location is not only known for its exquisiteness but also for flora and fauna as well as Carbonatite rocks. The rocks are among the oldest in the world and are listed as the oldest of its kind in South Asia.
    The location is not only known for its exquisiteness but also for flora and fauna as well as Carbonatite rocks. The rocks are among the oldest in the
  • According to reports, the falls sound like continual thunder.
  • Monsoon is said to be the best season for the visitors at the site as the river remains in full spate at the time. However, some tourists prefer to visit in the off-season to avoid the crowd.
  • Local vendors sell freshly caught fish, water, and snacks on their Mobile shops on coracle at the falls.
    Local vendors sell freshly caught fish, water, and snacks on their Mobile shops on coracle at the falls.
  • The Government of Tamil Nadu has made a pitch to transform the falls into providing drinking water for the state.
  • Even though one cannot get over the mesmerizing beauty of the falls, the site is considered hazardous at times. The waterfall has witnessed many fatal accidents.

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