Krishnagiri detailed !

Krishnagiri District has prehistoric importance archaeological sources confirm the presence of habitats of mankind during Paleolithic, Neolithic and Mesolithic Ages. Various rock paintings and rock carvings of Indus Valley civilization and Iron Age seen in this district support the historical significance of this district. The heart of Krishnagiri, Hosur and Uthangarai were known as ‘Eyil Nadu’. ‘Murasu Nadu’ and ‘Kowoor Nadu’ respectively. During Chola period, Krishnagiri region was called ‘Nigarili Chola Mandalam’ and Vidhugadhazhagi Nallur’. Under ‘Nulamba’ rule it was popular as ‘Nulambadi’according to historical sources. 

Hero Stones were erected for those whose lost their lives in pursuit ui adventure. There was a tradion of erecting memorial stones for people who sacrifice their lives for the sake of their Kings since ‘Sangam Age’. These memorial stones were called ‘Navagandam’. This region was ruled by Pallavas, Gangas, Nulambas, Hoysalas, Vijaya Nagar Emperors. Bijapur Sultans, Wudayars of Mysore and Nayaks of Madurai. This district was bifurcated from Dharmapuri District on 09-02-2004. Krishnagiri is also a historical place. 

Once a place of importance in the wars, Krishnagiri also possesses a fort. This dilapidated fort, with huge boulders of stupendous size making the walls, reveal it’s glorious past. An old fort called “Syed Padsha Hill Fort” is famous and attracts many tourists apart from the reservoir. The Dam Site is a picnic spot.

Krishnagiri Area	5,143 sq.km
Krishnagiri Population	15,48,700 (Census 2001)
Krishnagiri Rainfall	830 mm (Annual)
Krishnagiri Climate	Max 38°C Mm 17°C
Krishnagiri STD Code	04343
Krishnagiri to Chennai	245 km

The Arulmigu Maragathambigai Chandra Choodeswarar Temple is located in Hosur on National Highway 7 and most of the pilgrims come from Karnataka

• Tour to Krishnagiri - http://krishnagiridistrict.blogspot.com

There are several places of interest in the Krishnagiri district. TheKrishnagiri Dam was constructed in between 1955-57 AD. It is located at about 10 kms away from Krishnagiri.Flower gardens have been developed on either side of the dam in an area of 50 acres. Several thousand acres of land is irrigated under this project. It is a good picnic spot. A children's park is well maintained by the Public Works Department.

The Kelevarapalli Dam was completed in 1995 AD. It is situated at a distance of 10 kms from Hosur. It is only 8 kms away from Karnataka State. Thally , known as " Little England " is about 25 kms from Hosur. It is on the border of Tamil Nadu adjoining Karnataka. It is situated in valleys and cliffs. Krishnagiri Tourism and the climate is very pleasant and experiences cold and cloudy weather resembling England and therefore referred to as 'Little England' since the British days.

This temple stands on a hillock beside this temple a children's park and an observatory has been setup by the tourism department.Krishnagiri could be very easily reached as it is well connected with the rest of the state as well as outside through roadways, railways and airways.
Krishnagiri is the headquarters of Krishnagiri District in Tamil Nadu. The district was earlier known as Ariyalur District. Krishnagiri is full of black granite hillocks, and hence named as Krishnagiri (Krishna refers to 'black' and giri refers to 'hill’).

You can gorge upon the world’s tastiest mangoes here at Krishnagiri. One of the most industrialized places in India, Hosur, is located in this district.

• Tourist attractions in Krishnagiri

Some of the famous tourist attractions in Krishnagiri are the -

• Krishnagiri Dam: Built in between the years 1955-57, this dam is a good picnic spot located about 10 km away from Krishnagiri. Sprawling over an area of 50 acres, either side of the dam is adorned with beautiful flower gardens.
  
• Arulmigu Maragathambigai Chandra Choodeswarar Temple: Located in Hosur on National Highway 7, this temple stands on a hillock. Beside the temple are a children's park and an observatory, setup by the tourism department.
  
• Government Museum: The museum houses exhibits from various subjects such as Archeology, Anthropology, Botany, Zoology, Geography, etc, and is a means to spread the tradition and heritage, culture and art of the region.
  
• Thally: Nestled amidst valleys and cliffs, this place experiences cold and cloudy weather resembling England and is therefore referred to as Little England since the British days.
  
• Kelevarapalli Dam: Constructed in 1995, this dam is situated 10 km from Hosur.

Krishnarefers to black and giri refers to hill . This district is gifted with black granite hillocks and named Krishnagiri. Krishna Deva Raya also once ruled this region and therefore it might have been named after this king. Vellore and Tiruvannamalai districts in the East bind Krishnagiri, as the Karnataka State does in the west, the State of Andhra Pradesh does in the North and Dharmapuri district in the south. Its area is 5143 square kms. This district has an elevation that ranges from 300m to 1400m above the sea level.

The Krishnagiri district has hills and valleys with natural scenic beauty waterfalls ponds and lakes, reservoirs, historical forts, other monuments, memorials to people and museum add variety to tourist attractions. It was the birthplace of Dr. C. Raja- gopalachari, the first Governor General of free India, who was born at Thorapally near Hosur. This place attracts tourists. The ancient famous temples of this district are Chandra Choodeswarar Temple of hosur, the Hanuman Theertham of Uthangarai, Kattinampatty Bala Murugan temple near Krishnagiri, and the Bettarayaswamy temple of Denkanikottai.

Tourist Attractions :-)

Krishnagiri Dam  This dam was constructed in between 1955-57 AD. It is located at about 10 kms away from Krishnagiri. Flower gardens have been developed on either side of the dam in an area of 50 acres. Several thousand acres of land is irrigated under this project. It is a good picnic spot. A children's park is well maintained by the Public Works Department. There is heavy inflow of tourists on weekends. Boating facility is being done. It helps in fulfilling the recreational needs of the people.


Kelevarapalli  Dam Construction of this project was completed in 1995 AD. It is situated at a distance of 10 kms from Hosur. It is only 8 kms away from Karnataka State.

Pambar Dam This Dam is Situated near Uthankari.


Thally is known as "Little England". This place is about 25 kms from Hosur. It is on the border of Tamil Nadu adjoining Karnataka. It is situated in valleys and cliffs. The climate is very pleasant and experiences cold and cloudy weather resembling England and therefore referred to as 'Little England' since the British days.