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Honnammana Halla Falls

Honnammana Halla Falls
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Waterfall
4 / 5
  • Timings : Open 24 Hours
  • Entry Fee : No fee
  • My Holiday HappinessDistance from near by city 22.4 KMs From Chikamagalur
  • My Holiday HappinessTrip duration (including travel in hours)3 - 4 Hours
  • My Holiday HappinessTransportation Options21 Seater Coach, Sedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • My Holiday HappinessTravel Tips None

A secret stream called Honnammana Halla Falls is in the Shola Forest in Karnataka's Chikmagalur district. This is yet another not very popular waterfall in Chikmagalur. However, for people who are fond of nature and adventure, it can be a really quiet and beautiful destination. The locals worship a goddess called Honnammana and named the waterfall after her.

What makes Honnammana Halla Falls a unique natural attraction?

The height of this waterfall is around 30 Ft tall, but it is lying entirely inside a thick and dense forest. It has some lovely views of the Baba Budangiri Hills, which surround this site. This waterfall is famous as Nellikayi Theertha in the region. Both the Hindus and Muslims regard this waterfall as a sacred place. Manikya Dhara, whose name means "string of pearls," is the place to go if you want to find peace and beautiful scenery. The story says that Saint Baba Budan and four followers came to the place to find water. As a blessing for their prayers, water from the mountains fell like this waterfall.

Folks think that taking a bath this fall can help with several health problems. It's one of the best things about Baba Budangiri Hill. Herbal drugs can be bought at several stores in the fall. Autumn is when the rains don't pour in summer. The falls also have some of the things one could visit to behold the nature that surrounds it. The misty hills and breezy air are enough to mark it as one of the places in Chikmagalur worth visiting.

Flora and fauna

The area around Honnammana Halla Falls is very green and home to many kinds of plants and animals. The entire topography is defined by many indigenous plant species that make it an ultimate value destination for nature lovers. It brings visitors to make sighting of birds and other small animals giving life to this quiet place. 

Are there any activities or experiences to enjoy at Honnammana Halla Falls?

At Honnammana Halla Falls, people can hike along beautiful trails, take pictures in the middle of stunning scenery, or enjoy the peace of nature. Adding this place to your Chikmagalur tour packages will give you excitement and peace. It's great for people who want to relax in the beautiful scenery of nature.

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