Kolli Hills

About this place

Kolli Hills, a mountain range, is situated in the Namakkal district of Tamil Nadu. The mountains encompass a total area of approximately 280 sq kms and are about 1000 to 1300 mts in height. A part of the Eastern Ghats, the Kolli Hills range, is comparatively untouched by human activity and commercial exploitation, thereby retaining much of its natural splendor. The mountains are regarded as a pilgrim destination, due to the Arapaleeswarar Temple that is supposed to contain a secret pathway to the Lord Shiva temple located in Rasipuram. The temple is a popular attraction for tourists the year round. Kolli Hills got their name from the Goddess Ettukai Amman. It is considered that the hills have been guarded by the Goddess from time immemorial and her divine protection continues to this day.