Hogenakal is situated at the borders of Karnataka at 46 km from Dharmapuri. In Hogenakal the river Cauvery enters into Tamil Nadu as a big river with gushing water presentably as a natural falls.This is called as 'Niagra of Temilnadu'. The name Hogenakal is derived from Kannada means 'Smoky Rocks'. The river when falls on the rock below, the gushing force of water resembles like smoke emanating from the rocks. At Hogenakal the water spreads for miles around and on these waters cruising on country made dinghies (PARISAL) is possible. Parisal ride will give an enthralling experience.You would never forget the taste of Freshwater fish if you taste it here from the local shops. Surrounding by hills at various heights Hogenakal offers the visitors a different ambience and refreshing relaxations. One could also take bath in the falls. Oil massaging by local people is a different experience. As the river flows throughout the year Hogenakal can be visited all days through the year. Please dont visit this spot during monsoons, you will not be permitted to enter due to flood. Goverment buses are available from Dharmapuri every half an hour.Dont forgrt to taste the fishes available here and also enjoy the boat(parisal) rides over 100ft water. It has crocodile park and an amusement park is yet to come here.
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