When it comes to travelling somewhere on holidays, we all first make up our minds to go to a hill station. If you also have such a desire, then you should consider going to Masinagudi in Tamil Nadu. Masinagudi is the focal point of Mysore and Ooty and is located approximately 120 km from the city of Coimbatore. It is a region where not only the weather is pleasant, but also the natural beauty of the place due to the lush green forests and waterfalls. If you are a nature lover, then visiting this place will be good for you.

Here you can be a part of activities ranging from animal watching to fishing, jungle safari and boating. So, today in this article, we are telling you about some such places, which you must visit during your visit to Masinagudi-

Bandipur National Park

If you are a nature lover, then you can make up your mind to visit Bandipur National Park. Bandipur National Park has an area of ​​874 square kilometres and is home to a large number of elephants, tigers and other small animals as well as a variety of bird species, such as the green pigeon and the peacock. Bandipur National Park was once a private hunting ground of the Maharajas of Mysore. In 1931 it was renamed VenugopalaWildleaf Sanctuary. Later its name was changed to Bandipur National Park.

VibhutiMalaiMurugan Temple

If you want to get spiritual peace along with nature at this hill station, then you can visit VibhutiMalaiMurugan Temple. This temple is situated in the Vibhuti Hills in Nilgiri Mountains. A hike or a local jeep will take you to this beautiful hill temple. You can also enjoy breathtaking views of the Nilgiri Mountains from here. The annual festival of Thaipuya in this temple is celebrated on a large scale in the temple.

Theppakadu Elephant Camp

This place is most popular in Masinagudi. The Theppakadu Elephant Camp, established in 1972, houses several elephants, who are fed and bathed daily. Tourists coming here can have a glimpse of these elephants. Along with this, elephant riding can also be done here. Seeing so many elephants at once is a pleasure of its own.

Moyar River

Moyar River is between Mudumalai National Park and Bandipur National Park. It is a source of water for animals and birds, so tourists visiting here can see these animals and birds as well. The scenic beauty of nature around the river is worth seeing. You can also enjoy boating in the Moyar River. Apart from this, it is also a great place for a picnic with the family

Siriyur Amman Temple

Siriyur is a beautiful village near Mudumalai Tiger Reserve. The Siriyoor Amman temple located here is visited by the local people as well as tourists. An annual festival is organized here and during this time thousands of people from Ooty and Masinagudi and nearby areas come. During the festival months of February and March, the Siriyoor Amman Temple hosts several special prayers and offerings.

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