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Monday, 14 September 2015
Wednesday, 11 February 2015
Obituary: K. Balachander
Popularly
referred to in the Tamil film industry as ‘Iyakunar Sigaram,’
Balachander received the Dadasaheb Phalke award, the highest recognition
for excellence in cinema in the country, in 2010. The veteran filmmaker
has directed over 100 films and is revered for being a talent-spotter
both among artistes and technicians.
The two greatest
talents he has nurtured are Kamal Hassan and Rajinikanth, a fact that
both the actors have repeatedly acknowledged over the years.
1930-2014
The journey
- › Also known as Iyakunar Sigaram, he entered the film industry as a scriptwriter.
- › He was also a producer, actor and play-writer.
- › He has directed over 100 films in various languages in his 45-year career span.
- › KB established himself as a director with Neer Kumizhi. The film won a National Award.
- › The director has introduced over 100 actors to the industry.
- › Superstar Rajinikanth was introduced by the Iyakunar Sigaram in his film Apoorva Ragangal.
- › KB also gave a break to Kamal Haasan and starred him as supporting actor in Arangetram, Aval Oru Thodarkathai and Naan Avan Illai.
He took Tamil cinema beyond hero-centric creationsThe intro of an unkempt Rajini in Aboorva Ragangal would come to be talked about for years to come.Read more » | |
A powerful portrayer of middle-class predicament in playsThe predicament in middle class values and their constant clash with modernity were so beautifully essayed in his playsRead more » | |
Celebrities pay tributes to K. BalachanderActors, leaders from various political parties paid tributes to the veteran film director "Iyakunar Sigaram" K. Balachander.Read more » | |
End of an era: K. Balachander (1930-2014)KB established himself as a director with Neer Kumizhi.Read more » |
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DO YOU REALLY LOVE !.....
Those who say " I love"
Know not what love is
Those who love out of fear
Can never love their near and dear
Those who love for selfish gain
Must get only sorrow and pain
Love that will never expect
In return gets love and respect.
Love that embraces one and all
Alone can hear the divine call
When it transcends the limited self
It gets lost in the Supreme Self.
Swami srikantananda....
for my well wishers....
With Love
a.siva....
SILENCE IS YOGA...
Talkking to a fool is gossip
talking t a Sadhu is satsang
Talking to a friend is chat
Talking to a boss is communication
Talking to a student is teaching
Talking to a voter is canvassing
Talking to the depressed is counselling
Talking to an enemy is anger
Talking to oneself is brooding
Talking to God is prayer
Talking to none is silence
And Silence is Yoga.
talking t a Sadhu is satsang
Talking to a friend is chat
Talking to a boss is communication
Talking to a student is teaching
Talking to a voter is canvassing
Talking to the depressed is counselling
Talking to an enemy is anger
Talking to oneself is brooding
Talking to God is prayer
Talking to none is silence
And Silence is Yoga.
Swami
Sri kantananda....
for my well wishers...
with Love
a.siva....
Monday, 2 February 2015
Mathematics: Love it or hate it, you can’t escape it
We asked you to tell us why you like or dislike the subject and received a flood of responses!
I DON'T LIKE IT
I dropped mathematics after Class 10 and that, I think, has been one of the easiest decisions I’ve ever made. While I scored about 85 in most other subjects, I always managed only 60 in maths. The formulas continue to scare me even today and the thought of an upcoming maths class used to give me jitters. Now, I feel like an unpleasant journey has come to an end.
Harsh Gopal Daga
Class XI, Chennai Public School, Thirumazhisai
***
Maths has always been about problems, and I always had problems learning it. My mother was an arts teacher but she always had a fondness for maths, which unfortunately never passed on to me. Maths was nice to me in my primary classes, but then it decided to get serious with algebra and trignometry. Maths was also the one of the reasons I chose commerce stream rather than science. Still, it continues to pop up here and there. The bitter truth is that I hate maths but it loves me.
Shibin C. Baby
Class XII, St.Raphael's Cathedral School, Palakkad
***
I used to score well in mathematics, but once I failed with just 2 marks out of 25 when I was in grade VI and that is the end of the story. I started hating maths and that hatred eventually developed into a fear. I tried in vain to overcome that fear but now I am in grade 12 in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) stream and am doing well. I also would like to accept the fact that I was a bit lazy in practising maths at times as a result I used to score average marks which further damaged my confidence.
Sivani KMS
Class XII, Delhi Public School, Vijayawada
***
The thought of dealing with numbers for the rest of my life freaks me out. It’s a subject in which I have no confidence in. People say practice makes you perfect , but I don't think that applies to me in maths as how much ever I practice math it's not enough and I just go blank when I'm writing an exam related to math. I'm grateful that I had a choice of not choosing math.
Mahee
***
From grade 1 to my grade 10 the only classes where I fell asleep were my math classes because I found them too boring and I would not understand the concept. My math grades were always low compared to the other subject grades because of which my hatred towards this subject increased. My math teachers always used to tell my parents that I was scared of math and obviously numbers. I agree. Every time before my math exam I would shiver. I used to like math before they started including the alphabets. I'm in the 11th grade now and I opted for C.E.C. (Commerce, Economics, Computer Science) because I did not want math to spoil my grades this year.
Rashi Toshniwal
***
How much ever hard I tried to get good marks in math, I never did. I decided to concentrate more on maths, even went for tuition etc. but it was of no use. As usual, I got less marks. Now I have understood that maths is not my forte.
V. Harshitha Preethi
Class XI, P.Obul Reddy Public School, Hyderabad.
***
Till class 10, maths was compulsory and we had to manage it somehow. I managed to do a little well and satisfy my parents. Still, I decided not to take math in eleventh because I knew I cant manage and didn't want to put myself in trouble.
Latha N.,
Class XI, AMS p Obul Reddy Public School, Hyderabad.
I LOVE IT
I never see how tough the problems are. I just take the problem as a challenge and find the solution. And when I find the solution I feel as if I am the happiest person in this world.
M. Shruthi
Class IX, Holy Angels Anglo Indian HSS, Chennai
***
Maths is the most easiest and high-scoring subject as it doesn't change according to the situation unlike English or any other languages. Maths also increases the horizon of thinking as there are many ways to answer the same problem.
Ishita Sanjay Hiremath
Class IX, Jindal Vidya Mandir, Bellary
***
Math always gives me extra energy to boost up and gives me lots of satisfaction in my studies. I want to become a mathematician or a charted accountant. It is the one and only subject with which any student can score full marks.
Madhurika Saraniyan
Class IX, Sunshine Chennai Senior Secondary School
***
Thanks to our teacher, Mrs. Beena, mathematics is the first priority for me. All my classmates think the same too. We can spend hours on mathematics without being bored! For us, mathematics is a battle. The first person who completes a chapter wins an assured reward and everyone in my class strives for that single prize.
Abhishek.S.Peter,
Class X, Excel Central School, Thiruvattar.
***
In maths we don't learn 10-page long answers. Instead we only learn short formulae. In maths we need not mug up anything. We ourselves can derive the formulae.
R.R.Yogasanthoshi
Class VIII, R.S.K.Higher Secndary School, Trichy
***
I am very good at algebra and logic. I also suck at reading/writing so Without maths, I would have nothing!
Ashbinth,
Class X, Excel Central School, Thiruvattar
***
Each problem in mathematics looks like a challenge to face. I like to be in a situation where anything can go wrong and you have to analyse every step to get the right answer. It feels like a "level of achievement" when you get the answer of the problem correct. Mathematics is absolute, it's beyond doubts, and it's always right.
Varun Sujal Shah,
Class IX, GD MHSS, Coimbatore
***
Maths helps me to do calculations in other subjects. The other reason is a bit funny, it helps me count the number of words in the essays and opinions which I write and send.
Sidharth B. Pai
Class VIILoyola School, Trivandrum
***
I am a sceptic and I like to find practical logics and solution behind every problem. Also, I believe all mathematics problems have an answer to the question “Why so?” Maths also help us concentrate and think out of the box.
Akshat Jain
Class VII, Bluebells School International, New Delhi
***
I get an A1 grade because I love it. Sometimes people praise me when I apply maths outdoors; for example, when I go to a shop, I calculate the total bill without a calculator, before they calculate it. .
Vineel Pentrala
Class VII, Maharishi Vidya Mandir, Hyderabad.
MIXED FEELINGS
I like maths only when I like the concept. Then I will be excited. The only thing that makes us weak in matha is the calculator. When I understand the properties I feel that I can do any sum in my mind.
J.Kailaash Jeevan
Class VII, Excel Central School
***
Most students dread the word math. Once or twice an occasional nutcase pops up who loves math. And all of us math loathers shun the math lover classifying that unfortunate kid a nerd. But then you use math everywhere. So then why do so many of us hate it? Well, the reason is simple. Basic math is easy. Then as we move up each class, we are bullied by algebra, geometry, odd formulas and lots more. And then we enter high school where the torture gets even worse. Here we are taught about factorising stupid polynomials, finding x, hunting for parallel lines, proving lots of stuff which some old bearded brainy maniac figured out aeons before we were born. In my opinion, math would be a lot more enjoyable if we were taught stuff in an interesting manner and laying emphasis on topics that we will require in our adult life.
Neha Maria Antony
Class IX, Toc-H Public School, Vytilla
***
Mathematics is known as the black beast of studies by the students. Though I also hate it, I score maximum marks in this subject. I sometimes wish to eliminate maths from the portion, but a second later I feel that my aggregate percentage will decrease.
Praveen Neshvi
Class VIII, Jindal Vidya Mandir, Bellary
***
Maths always went over my head. But as I've grown up now and become wiser I can now see mathematics as a wonderful and interesting subject. We can discover a new thing, a new law or a theorem, any moment, any time.
Oshin Upadhyaya
Class X, AECS-2, Anushaktinagar, Mumbai
***
Mathematics has always been a subject of frustration to me but lately since I have been practicing a lot of mathematics it appears to me as a subject of fascination! It's fun to solve all those problems. To me mathematics is the only subject that gives me a reason to hope that "every problem has a solution".
K. Subhashri
Class IX, Sindhi Model Senior Secondary School
***
Sometimes, I get stressed out when I have to spend hours on just one problem. Despite the stress and frustration (and loads of homework) that comes with every math course, I really and truly enjoy studying math.
A life lesson that I've learned from studying math is that it is perfectly okay to ask for help. Math is hard. Like, really hard. Sometimes, it's easy to get so caught up in how difficult the work is that you forget that there's always a way to get help. All the professors I've had are intent on helping the students as much as they can. Sometimes I my pride makes it hard to admit that I am struggling to understand a concept . But every time I've gone to ask for help it has paid off.
Raghav Agarwal
Class XI, P Obul Reddy Public School
***
Maths must be made more practical. For example, if we are learning about perimeter then we must be taken outside and maybe told to measure the perimeter of the school fence in teams to make it more fun. The paper version of math must be accompanied with a more practical one so that students understand the use of maths in real life better.
Suchitra.S
Class IX, Shemford school, Hosur.
Wednesday, 31 December 2014
Tourist Places in Salem - Unknown Treasure
About Salem
Yercaud
is one of the most well known hill stations of Tamil Nadu, at a
distance of 22 km from the city of Salem. These hills form a part of the
Servarayan Range in the Eastern Ghats and are situated at an altitude
of 1515 m(4,920 feet) above sea level. The area of these hills is also
popular for coffee plantations and orange groves, along with an
orchidarium, which is run by the Botanical Survey of India. The highest
point at these hills is the site of the Servarayan Temple, due to which,
these hills are also sometimes referred to as Shevaroy Hills. It is
also home to the Murugar group of temples. The place also has a nearby
lake, which is famous as a boating site, and also for its gardens.
Kolli Hills not being of any use to adventure lovers is not really true. It has now been discovered by the trekkers, hikers and spiritual seekers. The government is going full guns and has already started giving this place a face lift. If the idea of being at an untouched Eastern Ghats excites you then Kolli Hills are definitely worth checking out. If you want to experience this offbeat destination at its best then come here during the monsoons or post-monsoons.. These mountains were sometimes known as 'Kolli Malai', the 'Mountains of Death'. The reason is because early literature records the existence of an image called Kollippavai on top of these hills. This image was believed to represent the spirit of a maiden who lured wayfarers by her beauty and then killed them. The mountain is a site of pilgrimage, because of the Arapaleeswarar temple, which is believed to have a secret path to the Shiva temple in Rasipuram.
Poiman Karadu is situated on the Salem- Namakkal National Highway, 9 km away from the city of Salem. The main feature of this place is that, from a particular spot, specifically a cave between rocks on the nearby hills, this place is visible like a deer with two horns.
Mettur, meaning 'town with crests and troughs', obtained its name owing to the undulating rocky naure of the land that makes the town an ideal place for the DAM on Cauvery river the life line of north and central Tamil Nadu. Stanley Reservoir. The Mettur Dam is a large dam and oldest dam in India built in 1934.It was constructed in a gorge, where the River Kaveri enters the plains. It provides irrigation facilities to other district farm land.Built at a length of 1700 meters,the mettur hydro electrical power projects station is there.Sorrounded with the hills makes Mettur as a tourist attraction. The upstream of the dam is Hognekkal fall.
Aanai Maduvu Dam & Muttal Lake
Total height of 67.25 feet.Lot of people used to visit here for aadi-18 (ஆடி 18). Nice trekking place is there behind this damn, goes thru forest and then goes up in the hill. It used to be a popular place before the computer and internet age!
Pachaimalai Hills, Attur
Pachimalai Hills are a part of the Eastern Ghats in the southern state of India,Tamil Nadu. The hills are spread over the districts of Tiruchirapalli, Salem and Perambalur. Pachai in Tamil means green and the Pachimalai hills is greener than the some of the hills located nearby. The rivers flowing through the hills are Kallar and Sweata Nadi. The Veeraramar Dam is located in the hills across the Kallar River. The waterfalls in the hills include Mangalam Aruvi, Koraiyar Falls and Mayil Uthu Falls. The most cultivated fruit in the hills is jackfruit.
There are many native tribes inhabiting the hills. The hills are spread over the towns of Thuraiyur, Esanai, Perambalur, Gangavalli, Thammampatti, Arumbavur,Malayalappatti, Thedavur and Uppiliapuram.
Myluthu falls is located on the foot hills of Pachamalai, Tamil Nadu, a place of scenic beauty. Approximately 15 km away from Perambalur (district Perambalur) by road to Thuraiyur.
Kalrayan Hills
Kalrayan Hills having tourist attraction like Megam Falls and Periyar Falls Gomukhi Dam at the Kalrayan foot hills.The Kalrayan Hills (கல்வராயன் மலை) are a major range of hills situated in the Eastern Ghats of the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Along with the Pachaimalai, Javadi, and Shevaroy hills, they separate the Kaveri River basin to the south from the Palar River basin to the north.[2] The hills range in height from 2000 feet to 3000 feet and extend over an area of 1095 square kilometres.[1]
The famous Ardhanareeswarar (see Ardhanarishvara) hill temple (one of the 64 manifestations of Lord Shiva, representing the unity of Shiva and Parvati) is situated in Tiruchengode. This is an ancient temple mentioned in the Tamil work Silapathikaram as Neduvelkunru. It is also famous for Chenkottu Velavar (Lord Muruga) Temple, which is situated in the same hill.
This place is 25 kms away from Salem on the banks of river Vashistanadhi. The white rock north of Belur is said to represent the ashes of the Yagam (Sacrificial fire) performed by Vashista.
50 kms south of Salem is the town of Namakkal famous for its Vishnu temple, the fort and the massive Hanuman. The town lies at the foot of the rock, 200 mts. high and ½ mile in circumference. There is a fort on the rock. There are 2 rock cut cave temples dedicated to Narasimhaswamy and Ranganathaswamy. The huge Hanuman statue is carved out of a single stone.
If
you are interested to spend your holidays in a calm and cool place, you
can come to Salem. The Famous Tamil Poet – Avvaiyar’s birth place is
Salem. Being the central part of Tamil Nadu, it is famous for stainless
steel. Tamil Nadu’s fourth largest city is Salem.
Surrounded by hills, Salem is also a part of the Kongu Nadu (Coimbatore and Erode) region Salem is at the base of the renowned tourist destination of Yercaud hills, which offers breathtaking views both along the ride up the hill and from the peak. There are also remote sites of beauty such as Kiliyur Falls.The city is surrounded by a natural amphitheatre of hills formed by the Nagaramalai to the north, the Jeragamalai to the south, the Kanjanamalai to the west, and Godumalai to the east
During the month of July, Mariamman festival is celebrated in Salem for 15 days. Here lot of Mariamman (Hindu Goddess) temples are attracts large number of tourists. This is the best period to visit here.
The amusement Park - Anna Park is the favorite place for many kids. Yercaud hills is near to Salem. The climate in Yercaud is between 13o C and 30o C. The thick forest slopes are suitable for trekking. You can enjoy the smell of coffee and orange in the hills.
Surrounded by hills, Salem is also a part of the Kongu Nadu (Coimbatore and Erode) region Salem is at the base of the renowned tourist destination of Yercaud hills, which offers breathtaking views both along the ride up the hill and from the peak. There are also remote sites of beauty such as Kiliyur Falls.The city is surrounded by a natural amphitheatre of hills formed by the Nagaramalai to the north, the Jeragamalai to the south, the Kanjanamalai to the west, and Godumalai to the east
During the month of July, Mariamman festival is celebrated in Salem for 15 days. Here lot of Mariamman (Hindu Goddess) temples are attracts large number of tourists. This is the best period to visit here.
The amusement Park - Anna Park is the favorite place for many kids. Yercaud hills is near to Salem. The climate in Yercaud is between 13o C and 30o C. The thick forest slopes are suitable for trekking. You can enjoy the smell of coffee and orange in the hills.
Nature
Yercaud Hills (Salem's Ooty)
The
town gets its name from the lake located at its center - in Tamil
'Yeri' means 'lake' and 'Kaadu' means 'forest'.The highest point in
Yercaud is the Servarayan temple, which is situated at a height of 5326
feet. Hence the Yercaud hill area is called Shevaroy Hills.
Kiliyur Falls
The
Kiliyur Falls is another popular attraction of Salem, situated 3 km
away from the city. These falls drop from a height of 300 ft and are
famous for its activities like boating and swimming.
Kurumpapatti
Zoological Park is a small zoological park situated at a distance of 6
km from the city of Salem. This park is mainly known for its bird
species, like the white peacock and small multicolour cranes.
Situated
in Tamil Nadu, Kolli Hills rises 1300 m into the sky. It takes 72 pen
bends to climb to the highest peak of this place. But the one’s you
should go sight-seeing for would be Sekkuparai and Selur Nadu. They are
at the moment being promoted as touristic places and that’s why this is
your chance to explore the unexplored. Ever heard of hybrid pineapples?
Well this place has pineapple research farm which breeds a variety of
never seen before pineapples.
Kolli Hills not being of any use to adventure lovers is not really true. It has now been discovered by the trekkers, hikers and spiritual seekers. The government is going full guns and has already started giving this place a face lift. If the idea of being at an untouched Eastern Ghats excites you then Kolli Hills are definitely worth checking out. If you want to experience this offbeat destination at its best then come here during the monsoons or post-monsoons.. These mountains were sometimes known as 'Kolli Malai', the 'Mountains of Death'. The reason is because early literature records the existence of an image called Kollippavai on top of these hills. This image was believed to represent the spirit of a maiden who lured wayfarers by her beauty and then killed them. The mountain is a site of pilgrimage, because of the Arapaleeswarar temple, which is believed to have a secret path to the Shiva temple in Rasipuram.
Agaya Gangai Water Falls
Agaya
Gangai (Tamil: ஆகாய கங்கை) waterfalls is located in Kolli Hills of the
Eastern Ghats. Panchanathi, a jungle stream cascades down as the Agaya
Gangai (En:Ganges of Sky), near the Arapaleeswarar temple atop the Kolli
Hills in Namakkal district, Tamil Nadu. It is 300 ft waterfall of the
river Aiyaru situated close to Arapaleeswarar temple. It is located in a
valley that is surrounded by mountains on all sides.
Hogenakkal Falls
Hogenakkal
is a place in Dharmapuri, where the Cauvery River enters Tamil Nadu. It
is regarded as the chief picnic spot in Dharmapuri. This most beautiful
place in the state of Tamil Nadu is full of picturesque scenes.
At this point in Hogenakkal, the broad stream of the river Kaveri gets forked. It forms an island from where one stream continues and plunges into a deep gorge to create a lovely waterfall. The spray of this waterfall raises clouds of droplets, which looks like a smoke, hence this place is known as Hogenakkal (Hoge means smoke and Kal means rock) i, e, smoking rock.
The Kaveri River flows in a particular narrow gorge so narrow that it could be easily leapt by a goat. Therefore, that place in Hogenakkal is called Meka Dhattu (Goat`s leap). Taking a bath in this fall is considered good for health as the water of Cauvery flows through a herbal forest before it reaches Hogenakkal. So, numerous people come here everyday to have bath in river.
The parisal is a round basket like boats, which are availed by the visitors to feel the thrill of adventure in the river here in Hogenakkal. It is a perfect holiday spot and one can take the best of it by taking long walks and treks.
At this point in Hogenakkal, the broad stream of the river Kaveri gets forked. It forms an island from where one stream continues and plunges into a deep gorge to create a lovely waterfall. The spray of this waterfall raises clouds of droplets, which looks like a smoke, hence this place is known as Hogenakkal (Hoge means smoke and Kal means rock) i, e, smoking rock.
The Kaveri River flows in a particular narrow gorge so narrow that it could be easily leapt by a goat. Therefore, that place in Hogenakkal is called Meka Dhattu (Goat`s leap). Taking a bath in this fall is considered good for health as the water of Cauvery flows through a herbal forest before it reaches Hogenakkal. So, numerous people come here everyday to have bath in river.
The parisal is a round basket like boats, which are availed by the visitors to feel the thrill of adventure in the river here in Hogenakkal. It is a perfect holiday spot and one can take the best of it by taking long walks and treks.
Poiman Karadu
Poiman Karadu is situated on the Salem- Namakkal National Highway, 9 km away from the city of Salem. The main feature of this place is that, from a particular spot, specifically a cave between rocks on the nearby hills, this place is visible like a deer with two horns.
Mettur Dam
Mettur, meaning 'town with crests and troughs', obtained its name owing to the undulating rocky naure of the land that makes the town an ideal place for the DAM on Cauvery river the life line of north and central Tamil Nadu. Stanley Reservoir. The Mettur Dam is a large dam and oldest dam in India built in 1934.It was constructed in a gorge, where the River Kaveri enters the plains. It provides irrigation facilities to other district farm land.Built at a length of 1700 meters,the mettur hydro electrical power projects station is there.Sorrounded with the hills makes Mettur as a tourist attraction. The upstream of the dam is Hognekkal fall.
Panamarathupatti Lake
This
is a Natural Lake situtated near a Village called Panamarathupatti.
Situated very near to the suburbs of Salem City. This lake is used to
meet the water needs in some parts of southern suburbs of Salem City,
and as well as for the agricultural lands around the lake. The total
area covered by this lake is around 500acres. Tourists are attracted by
the scenic feautres of the lake. This lake is even called as
Vedanthangal of Salem District, as the lake attracts many birds during
the season.
PanamarathuPatti has fequent bus services from Salem Old bus Stand. A drive will also be a good idea. It takes around 20-30 minutes to reach this place from Salem City. A deviation from Namakkal road-NH7 takes to Panamarathupatti.
PanamarathuPatti has fequent bus services from Salem Old bus Stand. A drive will also be a good idea. It takes around 20-30 minutes to reach this place from Salem City. A deviation from Namakkal road-NH7 takes to Panamarathupatti.
The daily boat ride across River Cauvery in picturesque Poolampatti in Salem district throws safety to the winds. In Salem we have a nice place Called Poolampatti which is nearly 40 km away from Salem city. Every one in Salem please Visit it once.Boat ride Poolampatti to Nerunjipettai in erode.
Aanai Maduvu Dam & Muttal Lake
Total height of 67.25 feet.Lot of people used to visit here for aadi-18 (ஆடி 18). Nice trekking place is there behind this damn, goes thru forest and then goes up in the hill. It used to be a popular place before the computer and internet age!
Pachaimalai Hills, Attur
Pachimalai Hills are a part of the Eastern Ghats in the southern state of India,Tamil Nadu. The hills are spread over the districts of Tiruchirapalli, Salem and Perambalur. Pachai in Tamil means green and the Pachimalai hills is greener than the some of the hills located nearby. The rivers flowing through the hills are Kallar and Sweata Nadi. The Veeraramar Dam is located in the hills across the Kallar River. The waterfalls in the hills include Mangalam Aruvi, Koraiyar Falls and Mayil Uthu Falls. The most cultivated fruit in the hills is jackfruit.
There are many native tribes inhabiting the hills. The hills are spread over the towns of Thuraiyur, Esanai, Perambalur, Gangavalli, Thammampatti, Arumbavur,Malayalappatti, Thedavur and Uppiliapuram.
Mythulu Falls
Myluthu falls is located on the foot hills of Pachamalai, Tamil Nadu, a place of scenic beauty. Approximately 15 km away from Perambalur (district Perambalur) by road to Thuraiyur.
A
dense forest region, best for trekking and other adventurous
activities. A natural stream, suited for swimming. There is also a
waterfall, high up in the hills called Akaya Gangai. It is perceived to
have high medicinal values as it flows across plethora of herbs with
medicinal values.
Kalrayan Hills having tourist attraction like Megam Falls and Periyar Falls Gomukhi Dam at the Kalrayan foot hills.The Kalrayan Hills (கல்வராயன் மலை) are a major range of hills situated in the Eastern Ghats of the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Along with the Pachaimalai, Javadi, and Shevaroy hills, they separate the Kaveri River basin to the south from the Palar River basin to the north.[2] The hills range in height from 2000 feet to 3000 feet and extend over an area of 1095 square kilometres.[1]
The
hills straddle a number of Tamil Nadu districts, extending northeast
from the Salem District. The range serves as a boundary between the
Salem and Villupuram districts.The Kalrayans are divided into two
sections — the northern section, referred to as the Chinna ("little")
Kalrayans, and the southern section, called the Periya ("big")
Kalrayans. The Chinna Kalrayans average 2700 feet in height, while the
Periya Kalrayans average 4000 feet.
The range as a whole is fairly smooth, with soil well-suited for plant growth. Scrub jungles reach
up to 400 metres in altitude, while deciduous forests can be found
between above 800 metres. Sholas, a type of high-altitude stunted
evergreen forest, can be found growing on isolated plateaus. Though the
forest stand is growing, due to "habitat uniqueness, human impacts and
cultural tradition," conservation efforts are needed.
Attur Karumandurai Kariya koil dam
This
is a capital of the kalrayan hills. this is the big village panchayth.
here suituated in primary school, higher secondary school,primary health
cente, police station, regulated market, giant orchard for fruit(near 1
Km. here farmers are grown all english vegetable. the main crop of this
hill is rain fed tapioca. Total height of dam is 52 feet.
Temples
The
town of Tharamangalam is situated at a distance of 27 km from the city
of Salem. The main feature of this town is the Kailasanathar Temple,
which is known for its architectural beauty that consists of very
detailed statues and stone carvings, along with a rotating lotus flower
in its ceiling.
Kottai Mariamman Temple
The Kottai Mariamman Temple is one of the oldest pilgrimage centres of Salem City and is situated in the heart of the city and on the banks of River Tirumanimuthar. The presiding deity of his temple is Goddess Kottai Mariamman. The most popular feature of this temple is its Shevapet Mariamman Temple Car Festival, which is held at this temple every year, between the months of July and August and lasts for a week.
The Kottai Mariamman Temple is one of the oldest pilgrimage centres of Salem City and is situated in the heart of the city and on the banks of River Tirumanimuthar. The presiding deity of his temple is Goddess Kottai Mariamman. The most popular feature of this temple is its Shevapet Mariamman Temple Car Festival, which is held at this temple every year, between the months of July and August and lasts for a week.
Sugavaneshwarar Temple
The Sugavaneshwarar Temple, situated near the old bus stand of Salem, is one of the important pilgrimage sites of Salem. It was constructed during the 13th century AD, by Mamannan Sundara Pondiyan. According to a legend, Sage Sugha Brahmarishi worshipped and performed penance at this place. Arunagirinadhar also sung a song on Lord Muruga, at this temple. The interiors of this temple contain several historical monuments and a statuette of its main deity.
The Sugavaneshwarar Temple, situated near the old bus stand of Salem, is one of the important pilgrimage sites of Salem. It was constructed during the 13th century AD, by Mamannan Sundara Pondiyan. According to a legend, Sage Sugha Brahmarishi worshipped and performed penance at this place. Arunagirinadhar also sung a song on Lord Muruga, at this temple. The interiors of this temple contain several historical monuments and a statuette of its main deity.
Arulmigi Alagirinathar Temple
The Arulmigi Alagirinathar Temple, also known as Thirukoil Kottai Perumal or Kottai Perumal Koil, is situated in the heart of Salem City. This temple was constructed many centuries ago and its main features are its ancient sculptures. Vaikunta Ekadasi is the main festival celebrated at this temple, during which, the place is flocked by a large number of devotees. Some of the other festivals celebrated here throughout the year include Brahmotsavam, Pavithrotsavam, Navarathri and Puratasi.
The Aandaal Thirukalyanam is another special occasion at this temple, during which, a special garland is brought from Sri Villi Puttur, to honour the deity. There are two more important temples nearby that are dedicated to Azhagiri Perumal and Mariamman. In 1854, these deities were moved to the Karapura Nathar Kovil, when the Perumal Temple fell into ruins. They were brought back when this temple was rebuilt in 1865.
The Arulmigi Alagirinathar Temple, also known as Thirukoil Kottai Perumal or Kottai Perumal Koil, is situated in the heart of Salem City. This temple was constructed many centuries ago and its main features are its ancient sculptures. Vaikunta Ekadasi is the main festival celebrated at this temple, during which, the place is flocked by a large number of devotees. Some of the other festivals celebrated here throughout the year include Brahmotsavam, Pavithrotsavam, Navarathri and Puratasi.
The Aandaal Thirukalyanam is another special occasion at this temple, during which, a special garland is brought from Sri Villi Puttur, to honour the deity. There are two more important temples nearby that are dedicated to Azhagiri Perumal and Mariamman. In 1854, these deities were moved to the Karapura Nathar Kovil, when the Perumal Temple fell into ruins. They were brought back when this temple was rebuilt in 1865.
EllaiPedari Amman Temple
The EllaiPedari Amman Temple is situated near the Government Arts and Science College in Maravaneri, Salem. It is mainly popular for its week long festival that is celebrated between the months of March and April. The main custom of this festival is walking on fire.
The EllaiPedari Amman Temple is situated near the Government Arts and Science College in Maravaneri, Salem. It is mainly popular for its week long festival that is celebrated between the months of March and April. The main custom of this festival is walking on fire.
Ayodhyapattanam
The Ayodhyapattanam is a suburban town, situated at a distance of 10 km from the city of Salem. The name of the town is derived from Ayodhya, which was the birthplace of Lord Rama. Lord Rama is said to have stayed here on his journey to Sri Lanka, at the end of his war with the demon king, Ravana. The surroundings of this temple also comprise a Vishnu Temple, with Kodandaramar as its main deity. A weekly market is also held here, which was established by the Taluka Board in 1895.
The Ayodhyapattanam is a suburban town, situated at a distance of 10 km from the city of Salem. The name of the town is derived from Ayodhya, which was the birthplace of Lord Rama. Lord Rama is said to have stayed here on his journey to Sri Lanka, at the end of his war with the demon king, Ravana. The surroundings of this temple also comprise a Vishnu Temple, with Kodandaramar as its main deity. A weekly market is also held here, which was established by the Taluka Board in 1895.
Kandhasramam
Kandhasramam
is a temple complex situated at a distance of 5 km from the city of
Salem. It lies in the extreme northern end of the Jarugu Malai Mountain,
on the banks of a stream called Kannimar Odai. This complex was
constructed between the years 1970 and 1971, by Santhanandha Brahmendra
Sarasvathi Adhyavadhutha Swamy. There are three main deities of this
temple, namely Murugan, worshipped as Skandha Guru; Lakshmi, worshipped
as Ashtabuja Mahalakshmi; and Parvati, worshipped as Durga Parameshvari.
Kandhaswamy Kovil
The Kandhaswamy Kovil Temple, also known as Kalipatti, is a Murugan Temple and one of the richest temples in the Salem District. This temple was founded by Pazhani Kavundar and built by Katteri Lakshmana Kavundar, in the 18th century. Devotees that come to the place are cured by ‘karum sambal’, which is derived from the poison of a snake and is believed to act as an antidote.
The Kandhaswamy Kovil Temple, also known as Kalipatti, is a Murugan Temple and one of the richest temples in the Salem District. This temple was founded by Pazhani Kavundar and built by Katteri Lakshmana Kavundar, in the 18th century. Devotees that come to the place are cured by ‘karum sambal’, which is derived from the poison of a snake and is believed to act as an antidote.
1008 Lingam Temple
1008 Lingam Temple is another popular temple of Salem. This temple is located in Ariyanoor and is under the control of a private department of the Vinayaga Mission. The main feature of this temple is the presence of 1008 Shiva Lingams, with Nandi in the ‘moolasthanam’.
1008 Lingam Temple is another popular temple of Salem. This temple is located in Ariyanoor and is under the control of a private department of the Vinayaga Mission. The main feature of this temple is the presence of 1008 Shiva Lingams, with Nandi in the ‘moolasthanam’.
Sidhar Koil (10 km)
En route to Elampillai, the place is associated with Siddhar saints and attracts devotes in large number.
En route to Elampillai, the place is associated with Siddhar saints and attracts devotes in large number.
Paravasa Ulagam Water Theme Park
The Paravasa Ulagam Water Theme Park is situated at 16 km from the city of Salem, near Mallur on the National Highway 7. This water park comprises a green and calm environment, complimented by water games, go-karting, biking, a wave pool, video games, a science park and water falls.
The Paravasa Ulagam Water Theme Park is situated at 16 km from the city of Salem, near Mallur on the National Highway 7. This water park comprises a green and calm environment, complimented by water games, go-karting, biking, a wave pool, video games, a science park and water falls.
Dream land , Neikkarapatti, salem
Sathya Narayana Sithar Beedam
Sri Sathya Narayana Temple is situated 6 km from the city of Salem, at the hilltop of Oothumalai Hill. This temple shares its features with the Swami Muruga Temple.
Sri Sathya Narayana Temple is situated 6 km from the city of Salem, at the hilltop of Oothumalai Hill. This temple shares its features with the Swami Muruga Temple.
Siddhar Temple
Kalangi Siddhar Temple is one of the 18 Tamil Siddha temples and is situated at the foot of Kanja Malai. Several perennial wells, small reservoirs and waterfalls are present around this temple; and it is said that the water of these wells have curative powers. On new moon and full moon days, special pujas are also held at this temple.
Kalangi Siddhar Temple is one of the 18 Tamil Siddha temples and is situated at the foot of Kanja Malai. Several perennial wells, small reservoirs and waterfalls are present around this temple; and it is said that the water of these wells have curative powers. On new moon and full moon days, special pujas are also held at this temple.
Jama Masjid (built by Tipu Sultan)
Jama Masjid is the oldest mosque of Salem, situated on the southern banks of River Thirumanimuthu. This mosque is said to have been built by the Mysore ruler, Tipu Sultan, who is also considered to have offered prayers at this mosque. This mosque was also given Masjid Inam by the British Government, in the year 1862.
Jama Masjid is the oldest mosque of Salem, situated on the southern banks of River Thirumanimuthu. This mosque is said to have been built by the Mysore ruler, Tipu Sultan, who is also considered to have offered prayers at this mosque. This mosque was also given Masjid Inam by the British Government, in the year 1862.
Tiruchengodu
The famous Ardhanareeswarar (see Ardhanarishvara) hill temple (one of the 64 manifestations of Lord Shiva, representing the unity of Shiva and Parvati) is situated in Tiruchengode. This is an ancient temple mentioned in the Tamil work Silapathikaram as Neduvelkunru. It is also famous for Chenkottu Velavar (Lord Muruga) Temple, which is situated in the same hill.
300 years old fort
Sankakiri Fort
The Sankakiri Fort is one of the historical attractions of Salem, situated 30 km away from the city. This fort is located on the Sankakiri Hills, at a height of 40 ft. This fort has 10 compound walls, 5 temples, 2 mosques and 6 platforms. The significant items present at this fort include the weapons, pistols and jewels of some of the well known rulers of this region, Tipu Sultan and Theeran Chinnamalai. The St. Antony’s Church is located on the way to the Sankakiri Fort
The Sankakiri Fort is one of the historical attractions of Salem, situated 30 km away from the city. This fort is located on the Sankakiri Hills, at a height of 40 ft. This fort has 10 compound walls, 5 temples, 2 mosques and 6 platforms. The significant items present at this fort include the weapons, pistols and jewels of some of the well known rulers of this region, Tipu Sultan and Theeran Chinnamalai. The St. Antony’s Church is located on the way to the Sankakiri Fort
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Sankari Durg
This place is popular for Someswar temple, which attracts lots of devotees. There is a boulder similar to one at Maladi hills, which is about 40ft. high and almost equally broad. A well known cement factory is also there since limestone is enormously found here.
This place is popular for Someswar temple, which attracts lots of devotees. There is a boulder similar to one at Maladi hills, which is about 40ft. high and almost equally broad. A well known cement factory is also there since limestone is enormously found here.
Belur Temple
This place is 25 kms away from Salem on the banks of river Vashistanadhi. The white rock north of Belur is said to represent the ashes of the Yagam (Sacrificial fire) performed by Vashista.
Namakkal Hanuman Temple
50 kms south of Salem is the town of Namakkal famous for its Vishnu temple, the fort and the massive Hanuman. The town lies at the foot of the rock, 200 mts. high and ½ mile in circumference. There is a fort on the rock. There are 2 rock cut cave temples dedicated to Narasimhaswamy and Ranganathaswamy. The huge Hanuman statue is carved out of a single stone.
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