Yelagiri is often dubbed as the "Poor man`s Ooty" but not anymore. Yelagiri is realizing its potential and in the coming days it looks all set to emerge as the hub of adventure sports in India. A recent fillip in this direction has been the three day annual International paragliding festival.
Cocooned conveniently between Bangalore and Chennai the Yelagiri hills provide a soothing place to the tired urbanities with lush vegetation, pure air and misty clouds.
Thanks to the excellent roads the place is easily accessible thus serving as a nice weekend getaway. A perfect weekend at Yelagiri Hills is all about a little adventure and lots of leisure at 3500 feet above sea level.
If you are looking for a large number of tourist attractions then Yelagiri is certainly not for you. Yelagiri is a place full of peace and quietude. The slow pace of the Hills provides the right kind of relaxation from the rigours of urban life. You need to just relax here at this Cosy Hill station.
District: Vellore | Panchayat: Jolarpet | Taluk: Thirupathur | State: Tamil Nadu
Location: Yellagiri Hills is located in north Tamil Nadu
Geography: Above Jolerpettai Station. It is the valley of Swamimalai Hills as part of the Eastern Ghats.
Nearest Railway Station: Jolarpettai( 25 Km) | Nearest Airport: Bangalore
Altitude: 1410.60 m or 3500 ft above sea level Climate: Pleasant weather year-round. Winters are cool
Temperatures: Summers 29° C; Winte