Brahmagiri

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Brahmagiri Hill is a peak in the Western Ghats of south India. Brahmagiri is situated on the border between Wayanad District of Kerala state on the south and Kodagu (also known as Coorg) District in Karnataka on the north side. Brahmagiri Hill, at 1608 m height, is a scenic tourist attraction.

The top of Brahmagiri Hill (1608 m) is well forested and has a lot of wildlife.

Thirunelli Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, lies on the Kerala side of Brahmagiri. This temple is known as Dakshina Kasi or the Kasi of the South. The temple constructed in an ancient style and includes 30 granite pillars. According to legend, the temple was constructed by Lord Brahma himself.

Pakshipathalam at an altitude of 1740 m is another attraction on the Kerala side. Pakshipathalam boasts of a cave that is said to have been used by ancient Rishis.

Iruppu (or Irpu or Lakshmana Teertha) Falls of the Lakshmana Teertha River lies on the Karnataka side of Brahmagiri. According to legend, when Lord Rama and Lakshmana were searching for Sita, they became thirsty. Lakshmana shot an arrow into the Brahmagiri from which the river sprang. Lord Rama is said to have dedicated a Shiva Kshethra known as Rajeshwara Temple on the banks of river Lakshmana Teertha. The Lakshmana Teertha river eventually flows into the Kaveri River.

Brahmagiri can be reached by a trek from Mananthavady (29 km east). Buses operates regularly from Mananthavady Bus Station to this destination. The nearest airport and railhead are Calicut International Airport and Kozhikode Railway Station respectively.

Brahmagiri is about 11 km from Thirunelli.

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