Vandaravu

Coordinates: 10°08′56″N 77°16′23″E / 10.149°N 77.273°E / 10.149; 77.273
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An observation tower in Vandavaru

Vandaravu (

Palani hills (Western Ghats) in Tamil Nadu, India.[1]

It shares border between Devikulam taluk in Idukki district and Kodaikanal taluk in Dindigul district.

It is situated in the western edge of upper Palani hills bordering

Idukki) in Kerala
.

It stands at a height of 2,533 m above sea level. It is the highest point in Dindigul district.

The trek to this peak is mesmerizing! The surrounding area of this peak is heavily forested in which wildlife can be seen frequently.

It has an older and higher motorable road in South India from Munnar Top Station to Kodaikanal. One can reach this station by a taking a taxi from nearby Town of Munnar.[2]

Other prominent peaks are Vembadi shola (2,505m) and Karumkadu (2,150m).

References

  1. ^ "Vandaravu | hill, India".
  2. ^ "Top 10 Highest Peaks In South India - Vandaravu Peak". 20 August 2020. Retrieved 23 August 2020.

10°08′56″N 77°16′23″E / 10.149°N 77.273°E / 10.149; 77.273