Dharmapuri Sightseeing, Quick Facts, History, Packages, Tours & Excursions

SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS

Beautiful Dharmapuri is surrounded by places of worship and sightseeing spots. Theerthamalai, site of the revered Shri Theerthagirishwarar Temple is regarded as one of the most respected temples of the Chola and the Vijayanagar Kings.  Hanumanthathirtham, located at a distance of 10 Km from Uthangarai has strong associations with the Ramayana and is believed to be one of the most sacred places in Tamil Nadu. The other places of worship in Dharmapuri include Agasthya Theertham, Agni Theertham, Kumara Theertham, Rama Theertham, Vashista Theertham and the Gouri Theertham 

Tourism Info:
District Development Council Complex, Dharmapuri - 636 705.
Ph:04342-230705
http://www.tamilnadutourism.org/


Government of India Tourist Office, 54, Anna Salai
Madras 600 002.Tamil Nadu
Ph:  044-8269685 , 8269695
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Excursions:

If you are at Dharmapuri, a visit to the picturesque Hogenakal Falls is a must. Straddling the border of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, the Hogenakal Falls is situated at a distance of around 46 km away from Dharmapuri and is a popular tourist destination. The Krishnagiri Dam is another scenic tourist spot located between Dharmapuri and Krishnagiri. Situated on the borders of Karnataka, Thali is home to a famous temple built as a mark of reverence for Venugopala Swami.

Shopping:

Dharmapuri is most famous for its luscious mangoes. When you leave Dharmapuri, make sure that you take back a basket of the famous Dharmapuri mangoes.

Dharmapuri, also known as Tagadur is situated in the beautiful Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu and is bounded by the districts of Thiruvannamalai, Viluppuram on the east, Salem on the south, Krishnagiri district on the north and the Kaveri River on the west.  One of the prettiest districts of the state, a tour of Dharmapuri is a must on your Tamil Nadu itinerary.

The earliest known chieftain, who ruled Tagadur during the Sangam era was Adigaman Naduman Anji, whose patronage sustained the famous poetess Avvaiyar. The next reference dates back to the 8th century when the northern parts of Salem District were probably under the Pallavas. The region was variously ruled by the Rashtrakutas, Cholas, Hoysalas and Pandyas. Under the reign of the valiant Tipu Sultan, the province came under the rule of the British, a period which saw the district being incorporated into the Salem District.

Dharmapuri is well connected to a number of neighboring cities by an efficient network of roads and railway routes. Dharmapuri has a good number of hotels and resorts to suit all kinds of budgets. The hottest period in Dharmapuri usually occurs during the months of March to May when the temperature ranges around 38 degrees Celsius. The best time to visit here is in the winter months between December and February end.