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'''Hogenakkal Falls''' is a ] in ] on the ] river on the border between ] of ] and ] of ].<ref>Upon entering Tamil Nadu, the Kaveri continues through a series of twisted wild gorges until it reaches Hogenakal Falls and flows through a straight, narrow gorge.... {{cite encyclopedia|title=Kaveri River|url=http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/100477/Kaveri-River|encyclopedia=Encyclopædia Britannica|access-date=6 March 2012}}</ref> It is located {{Convert|46|km|mi|abbr=on}} from ] and {{Convert|199|km|mi|abbr=on}} from ]. ] rocks in this site are considered to be the oldest of its kind in ] and one of the oldest in the world.<ref>{{cite journal |id={{INIST|3910799}} |doi=10.1016/0301-9268(94)90104-X |title=2.0 Ga old pyroxenite-carbonatite complex of Hogenakal, Tamil Nadu, South India |year=1994 |last1=Natarajana |first1=M |last2=Bhaskar Rao |first2=B |last3=Parthasarathy |first3=R |last4=Kumar |first4=Anil |last5=Gopalan |first5=K |journal=Precambrian Research |volume=65 |issue=1–4 |pages=167–81}}</ref> The ] made a proposal to convert the falls into providing drinking water for the state. | |||
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'''Hogenakkal Falls''' or '''Hogenakal Falls''' ({{ಹೊಗೇನಕಲ್}}) is a ] in ] on the ]. It is located in southern Indian state of ]. | |||
==Etymology== | ==Etymology== | ||
The pure Tamil name of Hogenakkal Falls is Uguneer Kal (உகுநீர் கல்).<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=வள்ளல் அதியமான் கோலோச்சிய பூமி: தகடூர் நாடு என்று புகழ் பெற்ற நம்ம தர்மபுரி |url=https://www.dinakaran.com/news_detail.asp?Nid=629341 |access-date=2022-08-10 |website=www.dinakaran.com}}</ref><ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=2021-12-28 |title=கர்நாடகா தமிழகம் உரிமை கொண்டாடும் ஒகேனக்கல் அருவியின் சிறப்புகள் |url=https://in4net.com/hogenakkal-falls-features/ |access-date=2022-08-10 |website=IN4NET - Dotcom for information |language=en-US}}</ref> It was under the rule of ] from 1652 to 1768 and during that period many ] were employed and settled here in large numbers for tax collection work. Due to this reason, many ] there became ].That is how Uguneer Kal(உகுநீர் கல்) became Hogenakkal. The name Hogenakal is derived from ] means ‘Smoky Rocks’. The river when falls on the rock below, the gushing force of water resembles like smoke emanating from the rocks.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Hogenakkal Falls , Dharmapuri {{!}} Dharmapuri District, Government of Tamil Nadu {{!}} India |url=https://dharmapuri.nic.in/gallery/hogenakkal-falls/ |access-date=2022-08-10 |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name="kannada">{{cite web | |||
When the water falls on the rocks it appears as if ''hoge'' (''smoke'' in ]) is emanating from the top of the ''kal'' (''rock'' in Kannada) because of the force of the water, hence ''Hogenakkal'' (smoking rocks). | |||
|url=http://www.tamilnadutourism.org/places/citiestowns/Dharmapuri.aspx?CatId=C1&SubCat1Id=C1S1&SubCat2Id=C1S1S16 | |||
|title=Dharmapuri district - places of interest | |||
|publisher=tamilnadutorism.org | |||
|access-date=2006-11-11 | |||
}}</ref> It is also called as ''Marikottayam'' by the people of Tamil Nadu. | |||
== History == | |||
Hogenakkal falls is mentioned in ] as Thalaineer aruvi (தலைநீர் அருவி). All the areas around this waterfalls are called Thalaineer Naadu (தலைநீர் நாடு). It was ruled by the King named Adiyaman Neduman Anji. References to this King and the Falls are found in the ] like ] (]), ] (]), ] (]) etc.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" /> | |||
==River== | ==River== | ||
{{main|Kaveri river}} | {{main|Kaveri river}} | ||
The Kaveri |
The Kaveri is considered to form at ] in the ] in the ] of ] and gathers momentum as the land drops in elevation. It becomes larger as various tributaries feed into it on the way down.<ref name=law> {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090409234827/http://lawmin.nic.in/ncrwc/finalreport/v2b3-6.htm |date=9 April 2009 }} ''Ministry of Law, Government of India''</ref> At Hogenakkal, the Kaveri, now a large river, drops and creates numerous waterfalls as the water cuts through the rocky terrain. In places the water falls as much as {{convert|20|m|abbr=on}} and is said to sound like continual thunder.{{citation needed|date=July 2011}} The river carries ] which makes the downriver land fertile. | ||
At Hogenakkal the river spreads out over a wide area of sandy beaches, then flows south to the ] and creates a {{convert|60|sqmi|km2|abbr=on}}. lake called ]. Built in 1934, this project improved irrigation and provided ].<ref>{{cite web | |||
At Hogenakkal the river spreads out over a wide area of sandy beaches, then flows through to the ] and creates a 60 sq mi. lake called ]. Built in 1934, this project improved ] and provided ].<ref>{{cite web | |||
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==Weather== | ==Weather== | ||
The best season to visit is soon after the monsoons, when the river is in full spate. But some tourists prefer to visit during off-season to skip the crowd. the The temperature in Summer varies between Max 34 Degree Celsius to Min 23 Degree Celsius while during the Winter it is still pleasant and ranges from Max 27 Degree Celsius to Min 13 Degree Celsius<ref>http://www.hogenakkal.com/services.html</ref>. | |||
The best season to visit is soon after the monsoons, when the river is in full spate. But some tourists prefer to visit during off-season to skip the crowd. The water temperature in summer varies between {{convert|23|-|34|°C|°F}} while during the winter it ranges from {{convert|13|-|27|°C|°F}}.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hogenakkal.com/services.html|title=Overview - Visit India Travel Guide Hogenakkal Adventure|publisher=Hogenakkal.com|access-date=2014-02-07|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140224105605/http://www.hogenakkal.com/services.html|archive-date=24 February 2014|df=dmy-all}}</ref> | |||
==Bathing== | |||
Hogenakkal waterfalls is a beautiful picnic spot with its waters supposed to be having curative powers<ref>http://www.hogenakkal.com/</ref>. Hogenakkal is set in thick, green woods and is considered both a sacred bathing place and a ]-like health resort. Here the water spreads for miles around. The area is surrounded by hills and offers lovely panoramic view. People can take bath in the Kaveri river, before and beyond the falls. Before reaching Hogenakkal, the river flows through a forest which contains herbs that are traditionally believed to enhance health. Hence bathing in these waters are believed to be curative. | |||
==Boating== | ==Boating== | ||
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Boating in Hogenakkal is allowed during the dry-season as the water falls are not strong to disrupt the passage of the boats. Local ] operate from the banks of both ] and ] banks of the gorge.<ref name=Sean></ref> This is the main source of income for these boat operators. The coracles are about 2.24m in diameter,<ref name=Sean/> but still can take a load of eight persons at a time.<ref></ref> These coracles are made of ], and with all materials available takes about a day to build.<ref name=Sean/> The bottom of the boats are made water proof by the use of ], but sometimes with sheets of plastic.<ref></ref> Use of plastics in the Hogenakkal vicinity, not just for boats, has been criticised due to problems with pollution.<ref></ref> These boats are steered and propelled using a single paddle, making them unique.<ref name=Sean/> The coracles are locally called as ''parisal'' in ]<ref name=Sean/> and either ''teppa''<ref></ref> or ''harigolu'' in ].<ref name=Sean/> | |||
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Freshly caught fish are sold by the gorge and also various vendors selling water and snacks up and down the gorge rowing their parisals is not uncommon. The fish caught include ''katla, robu, kendai, keluthi, valai, mirgal, aranjan'' and ''jilaby''.<ref name=Sean/> | |||
After leaving the gorge, on the left shore one can find improvised stalls set up on the sand. There, one can let the fresh fishes be prepared in one of the many kitchens. Also, many people can be found swimming or bathing around there. | |||
Boating in Hogenakkal is allowed during the dry-season as the falls are not strong enough to disrupt the passage of the boats. This is the main source of income for boat operators. The coracles are about {{convert|2.24|m|abbr=on}} in diameter and can carry eight people at a time.<ref></ref> These coracles are made of ], and with all materials available takes about a day to build. The bottom of the boats are made waterproof by the use of ], but sometimes with sheets of plastic.<ref>{{cite journal |id={{INIST|13550447}} |doi=10.1080/02666030.2001.9628601 |title=Hide Boats at Hogenakal on the River Kaveri, Tamil Nadu |year=2001 |last1=Palmer |first1=Colin |last2=Blue |first2=Lucy |last3=McGrail |first3=Sean |journal=South Asian Studies |volume=17 |issue=1 |pages=199–207|s2cid=192182900 }}</ref> Use of plastics in the Hogenakkal vicinity, not just for boats, has been criticised due to problems with pollution.<ref></ref> These boats are steered and propelled using a single paddle, making them unique. The coracles are locally called ''parisal'' in ] and ''teppa'' or {{transl|ka|harigolu}} in ].<ref>{{Cite web|title=Hogenakkal Waterfalls, Hogenakkal Falls, Activities at Hogenakkal, Tour to Hogenakkal Waterfalls India|url=http://www.ecoindia.com/waterfalls/hogenakkal.html|website=www.ecoindia.com|access-date=2020-05-02}}</ref> | |||
==Accommodation== | |||
Freshly caught fish are sold by the gorge and also various vendors selling water and snacks up and down the gorge rowing their coracles is not uncommon. The fish caught include {{transl|ka|katla}}, {{transl|ka|robu}}, {{transl|ka|kendai}}, {{transl|ka|keluthi}}, {{transl|ka|valai}}, {{transl|ka|mirgal}}, {{transl|ka|aranjan}} and {{transl|ka|jilaby}}. After leaving the gorge, on the left shore one can find improvised stalls set up on the sand. There, one can let the fresh fishes be prepared in one of the many kitchens. Also, many people can be found swimming or bathing around there. | |||
* The Tourist Bungalow run by the Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation | |||
If one plans to stay longer than a day, he/she can take long treks in the surrounding Melagiri Hills and explore the lush, rugged, landscape. | |||
==Hogenakkal water project and the issues == | |||
There is dispute on the ownership of the land of Hogenakal falls. Below is the reference of the Article which clarifies the disputed land and about the issue of project that it taken up by TN Government. | |||
Article on the Issue of hogenakal is not about water but the land which is disputed. The article details the facts about the row on hogenakal. ] | |||
Main Points are as below. | |||
1. The Hogenakal row is not about water, it is about land. If it is just about drinking water, then let me state categorically that there is no problem at all. After all, it is just 1.46 tmc ft of water that Tamil Nadu is seeking for Dharmapuri and Krishnagiri districts. To draw this water, no dam is required to be built. All it requires is just a jackwell. | |||
2. There are four dimensions to Hogenakal. They are drinking water needs, irrigation needs, power project, and the holiday resort. As far as I can see, the real bone of contention is the resort. Both States claim that the 500-600 acre island, on which the Tamil Nadu tourism department is trying to build a resort, belongs to them. | |||
3. Hogenakal was part of Coimbatore district till 1956 when it was handed over to Karnataka. The Cauvery river forms the border between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu for about 64 km. This is called the “common reach”. Hogenkal is at the 40th km. By international convention, if a river lies between two states or countries, then the centre point of the river forms the border. The island where TN wants to build a resort lies in the middle at Hogenakal but TN has not allowed a survey to be held to determine which State the island belongs to. | |||
4. The Union Government, way back in 1998, had proposed construction of four hydel projects, viz Shivanasamudram, Mekedatu, Rasimanal and Hogenakal. Karnataka agreed to the sharing of power generated by Rasimanal and Hogenakal which are situated in the common reach of the river Cauvery. However, Karnataka objected to the sharing of power generated by Shivanasamudram and Mekedatu projects on the ground that these projects fall entirely within the territory of Karnataka. | |||
==Hogenakkal water project== | |||
{{main|Hogenakkal Integrated Drinking Water Project}} | {{main|Hogenakkal Integrated Drinking Water Project}} | ||
Hogenakal Falls is the location for the |
Hogenakal Falls<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://dharmapuri.nic.in/tourist-place/hogenakkal-falls/|title=Hogenakkal Falls|website=dharmapuri.nic.in|access-date=24 December 2019}}</ref> is the location for the Hogenakkal Integrated Drinking Water Project proposed by the ].<ref></ref> The objective of this project is to provide safe drinking water to the urban and rural areas in Krishnagiri and Dharmapuri districts.<ref></ref> In February 2008, The Japan Bank for International Cooperation agreed to fund the Rs 1,340-crore project.<ref></ref> | ||
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|Area near Hogenakkal falls with the coracles beached for picnics | |||
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|Hogenakkal Falls bathing area | |||
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Waterfall on Karnataka-Tamil Nadu border
Hogenakkal Falls | |
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Hogenakkal Falls | |
Location | Tamil Nadu and Karnataka |
Coordinates | 12°07′06″N 77°46′26″E / 12.1182°N 77.77385°E / 12.1182; 77.77385 |
Elevation | 700 m (2,300 ft) |
Longest drop | 20 m (66 ft) |
Watercourse | Kaveri river |
Hogenakkal Falls is a waterfall in South India on the Kaveri river on the border between Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu and Chamrajnagar district of Karnataka. It is located 46 km (29 mi) from Dharmapuri and 199 km (124 mi) from Chamrajnagar. Carbonatite rocks in this site are considered to be the oldest of its kind in South Asia and one of the oldest in the world. The Government of Tamil Nadu made a proposal to convert the falls into providing drinking water for the state.
Etymology
The pure Tamil name of Hogenakkal Falls is Uguneer Kal (உகுநீர் கல்). It was under the rule of Mysore Kingdom from 1652 to 1768 and during that period many Kannadas were employed and settled here in large numbers for tax collection work. Due to this reason, many Tamil names there became Kannada names.That is how Uguneer Kal(உகுநீர் கல்) became Hogenakkal. The name Hogenakal is derived from Kannada means ‘Smoky Rocks’. The river when falls on the rock below, the gushing force of water resembles like smoke emanating from the rocks. It is also called as Marikottayam by the people of Tamil Nadu.
History
Hogenakkal falls is mentioned in Sangam Literature as Thalaineer aruvi (தலைநீர் அருவி). All the areas around this waterfalls are called Thalaineer Naadu (தலைநீர் நாடு). It was ruled by the King named Adiyaman Neduman Anji. References to this King and the Falls are found in the Sangam Literatures like Purananooru (புறநானூறு), Agananooru (அகநானூறு), Kurunthogai (குறுந்தொகை) etc.
River
Main article: Kaveri riverThe Kaveri is considered to form at Talakaveri in the Brahmagiri hills in the Western Ghats of south India and gathers momentum as the land drops in elevation. It becomes larger as various tributaries feed into it on the way down. At Hogenakkal, the Kaveri, now a large river, drops and creates numerous waterfalls as the water cuts through the rocky terrain. In places the water falls as much as 20 m (66 ft) and is said to sound like continual thunder. The river carries sediment which makes the downriver land fertile. At Hogenakkal the river spreads out over a wide area of sandy beaches, then flows south to the Mettur Dam and creates a 60 sq mi (160 km). lake called Stanley Reservoir. Built in 1934, this project improved irrigation and provided hydropower.
Weather
The best season to visit is soon after the monsoons, when the river is in full spate. But some tourists prefer to visit during off-season to skip the crowd. The water temperature in summer varies between 23–34 °C (73–93 °F) while during the winter it ranges from 13–27 °C (55–81 °F).
Boating
See also: Indian coraclesBoating in Hogenakkal is allowed during the dry-season as the falls are not strong enough to disrupt the passage of the boats. This is the main source of income for boat operators. The coracles are about 2.24 m (7 ft 4 in) in diameter and can carry eight people at a time. These coracles are made of bamboo, and with all materials available takes about a day to build. The bottom of the boats are made waterproof by the use of hides, but sometimes with sheets of plastic. Use of plastics in the Hogenakkal vicinity, not just for boats, has been criticised due to problems with pollution. These boats are steered and propelled using a single paddle, making them unique. The coracles are locally called parisal in Tamil and teppa or harigolu in Kannada.
Freshly caught fish are sold by the gorge and also various vendors selling water and snacks up and down the gorge rowing their coracles is not uncommon. The fish caught include katla, robu, kendai, keluthi, valai, mirgal, aranjan and jilaby. After leaving the gorge, on the left shore one can find improvised stalls set up on the sand. There, one can let the fresh fishes be prepared in one of the many kitchens. Also, many people can be found swimming or bathing around there.
Hogenakkal water project
Main article: Hogenakkal Integrated Drinking Water ProjectHogenakal Falls is the location for the Hogenakkal Integrated Drinking Water Project proposed by the Tamil Nadu Government. The objective of this project is to provide safe drinking water to the urban and rural areas in Krishnagiri and Dharmapuri districts. In February 2008, The Japan Bank for International Cooperation agreed to fund the Rs 1,340-crore project.
Gallery
Gallery- Mountain near the hogenakkal falls
- Whirlpool damaged mountain portion in Hogenakkal Falls in Tamil Nadu
- Area near Hogenakkal falls with the coracles beached for picnics
- Hogenakkal Falls bathing area
See also
References
- Upon entering Tamil Nadu, the Kaveri continues through a series of twisted wild gorges until it reaches Hogenakal Falls and flows through a straight, narrow gorge.... "Kaveri River". Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved 6 March 2012.
- Natarajana, M; Bhaskar Rao, B; Parthasarathy, R; Kumar, Anil; Gopalan, K (1994). "2.0 Ga old pyroxenite-carbonatite complex of Hogenakal, Tamil Nadu, South India". Precambrian Research. 65 (1–4): 167–81. doi:10.1016/0301-9268(94)90104-X. INIST 3910799.
- ^ "வள்ளல் அதியமான் கோலோச்சிய பூமி: தகடூர் நாடு என்று புகழ் பெற்ற நம்ம தர்மபுரி". www.dinakaran.com. Retrieved 10 August 2022.
- ^ "கர்நாடகா தமிழகம் உரிமை கொண்டாடும் ஒகேனக்கல் அருவியின் சிறப்புகள்". IN4NET - Dotcom for information. 28 December 2021. Retrieved 10 August 2022.
- "Hogenakkal Falls , Dharmapuri | Dharmapuri District, Government of Tamil Nadu | India". Retrieved 10 August 2022.
- "Dharmapuri district - places of interest". tamilnadutorism.org. Retrieved 11 November 2006.
- ARTICLE 262 AND INTER-STATE DISPUTES RELATING TO WATER Archived 9 April 2009 at the Wayback Machine Ministry of Law, Government of India
- "Cauvery River in Southern India". cauvery.com. Retrieved 11 November 2006.
- "Overview - Visit India Travel Guide Hogenakkal Adventure". Hogenakkal.com. Archived from the original on 24 February 2014. Retrieved 7 February 2014.
- The Hindu - Row, row, row your boat
- Palmer, Colin; Blue, Lucy; McGrail, Sean (2001). "Hide Boats at Hogenakal on the River Kaveri, Tamil Nadu". South Asian Studies. 17 (1): 199–207. doi:10.1080/02666030.2001.9628601. S2CID 192182900. INIST 13550447.
- Garbage ruining Hogenakkal's beauty - The Hindu
- "Hogenakkal Waterfalls, Hogenakkal Falls, Activities at Hogenakkal, Tour to Hogenakkal Waterfalls India". www.ecoindia.com. Retrieved 2 May 2020.
- "Hogenakkal Falls". dharmapuri.nic.in. Retrieved 24 December 2019.
- The Hindu - The 1998 story of Hogenakkal
- Times of India - Hogenakkal project: Water of hope
- Business Line - Japan Bank agrees to fund Hogenakkal water project
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