Saturday, 19 October 2013

History of Dharmapuri



Home|Adhiyamankottai|Hogenakkal|Theerthamalai|Mudhampatti|Kala Bairavar Temple


Dharmapuri District is a district in Tamil Nadu state in southern India. The district separated from Salem on October 10, 1965. Dharmapuri is the district headquarters. Dharmapuri town is historically called "Thakadoor".

       Dharmapuri district, which came into existence from 02.10.1965 is situated in the North western Corner of Tamil Nadu and is bounded by Tiruvannamalai and Villupuram Districts on the east, Salem District on the South, Krishnagiri District on the north and Kaveri river on the west. The total geographical area of Dharmapuri District is 4497.77 Sq Kms, i.e. 3.46% of Tamil Nadu.

Important place to visit:
    Adhiyamankottai
    Hogenakkal water falls
    Theerthamalai
    Mudhampatti anjaneyar temple

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