A fast-growing city at the center
of an agricultural region noted for agricultural products such as tomato,
mango, groundnut, tamarind, etc., Mainly the TOMATO market in Madanapalle is
the biggest tomato market in Andhra Pradesh.
Madanapalle is the nearest
railway station, located just 27 km from Horsley Hills.
Also called as Yenugulla Mallamma
Konda, this place is home to the largest Banyan tree and the oldest
Eucalyptus Tree, it is lined with dense forest areas with 113 species of birds.
The hilly outcrop rises steeply to
altitudes of 4,000ft, which ensures cool climes throughout the year and misty
vistas in the monsoons. Horsley Hills was initially known as Yenugu Mallama
Konda after a young girl who, it is said, was reared by elephants and cured the
ailments of the area and its residents.
The Horsley Hills are popular
among local tourists who go to see their natural beauty and to escape from
the heat of the plains. The Mallamma temple is another major tourist and
pilgrim centre.
Located about 127 km away from
Tirupati, Horsley Hills are named after WH Horsley, who was the collector
of Kapada, between 1863-1867. It is said that he was in awe of the place and
made a summer bungalow, which is now called the Forest Bungalow. The house is a
beautiful structure made with tiles imported from England.
It's doable in one day, but
I'd recommend a weekend trip with a one-night stay. Not only will you get
enough time to rest but also have the time to explore other places around
Horsley Hills.
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