Krishnagiri City Information

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Krishnagiri

Krishnagiri is a serene city located in-between Hosur to Salem. Famously known as little England during the British era.

Krishnagiri is the head headquarters of Krishnagiri District in Tamil Nadu. Formerly this city was known by the name “ Ariyalur”. Later it was named as Krishnagiri due to the mass black granite hillocks found here ( Krishna- Black, Giri- hill). Krishnagiri mangoes are very famous as they are one of their kind and sweetest of all.

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The name Krishnagiri is derived from Krishna- Black and Giri- hill, as this area is spotted with lots black granite hillock it is named so. After several archaeological researches, Krishnagiri is believed to be one of the oldest inhabited places in the country. Krishnagiri is a great place of history freaks as it houses lots of caves,

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Getting Around

Autos: Autos are available at every place. Most of the autos will be without meters so they may charge according to their criteria.

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History & Culture

Krishanagiri was ruled by many dynasties such as Cholas, Pandyas, Nulambas and Bijapur empires. The fort encompassing temple is a

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Tourist Attractions

Krishnagiri Dam Krishnagir dam is one of the important tourist destination at Krishnagiri. This dam was built in the year 1955-57.

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How to Get Here

Bus: Krishnagiri has bus facilities from all parts of Tamilnadu. Vellore is located at the distance of 121 kms from Krishnagiri, Erode is at

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Highlights

Chennai is a paradise for travellers, as it has everything in it, be it archaic temple or trendy mall. Chennai is the home to some of the oldest temples in India such as Kapaleeswarar temple, and Ashtalakshmi temple. Apart from temples there are historic monuments such as fort St. George, and Legislative assembly which played important role in the colonial era.

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Festivals

People of all religion and region reside in Chennai, ergo all festivals are commemorated in a great manner. Some of the important festivals are Pongal, Diwali, Holi, Christmas, New Year, and etc.

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Climatic Conditions

Summer (March to May) : Hot Season. Monsoon (June to August) : Rainfall and Wind Season. Winter (December to February) : Cool Climate.

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