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Hill Stations
In India
Horsley Hills
HORSLEY
HILLS (Introduction)
Horsley Hills , the famous hill Station in Andhra
Pradesh is 144 km from Tirupati. It is named after W.D.
Horsley, the Collector of Cuddapah district, who chose this
spot for his summer residence. Situated at an altitude of 1,265
m. The shady slopes are wooded with luxurious vegetation.The journey
to Horsley Hills is exciting as one gets to see thick verdure
of various species of plants and wild animals. Covering the entire
stretch of narrow road are dense growth of Eucalyptus, Jacaranda,
Allamanda, Gulmohar and many other species. The natural beauty of
the Horsley Hills is indeed irresistible. The Horsley
Hills have been a popular refuge for the sun-scorched souls
since long. The Chenchu tribes largely inhabit the Horsley Hills
that are so rich in flora and fauna. 
HORSLEY
HILLS (Sightseeing)
In Horsley Hills one can experienced the Fragrance spread
through Sampangi flower on the slopes of Horsely Hills. In forest
area one can witness a wide variety of flower like Reeta,
Shikakai, Amla, Beedi leaves, Bay leaves, Sandalwood, Red sanders,
Blue gum, Mahogany to Bamboo. there are aminals like bears ,wild
dogs , jungle fowl etc.
Rishi
Valley School is also a touristic spot at horsely Hills, this school
is run by Jiddu Krishnamurthy foundation.
The
Mallamma temple is another major tourist attraction at Horsley
Hills that is worth visiting.
The Chenchu tribes who inhabit the Horsley Hills keep the
renowned Pungannur cows. The Pungannur cows are known for their
milk yielding capacity and low appetite.
HORSLEY
HILLS(Excursions)
Kaundinya wild life sanctuary
Kaundinya wildlife sanctuary is 87 km from Horsley Hills
one may plan an excursion to the Kaundinya wild life sanctuary.
At the Kaundiya Wild life sanctuary one may spot the Cheetal, Four
horned Antelope, Sambhar, Mouse Deer, Hare, Porcupine, Wild boar,
Jungle Cat, Jackal, Sloth Bear, Panther, Jungle Fowl, Pea Fowls
and Elephants. The Sanctuary is rich in flora too and boasts of
Albizia Amara, Ficus Religiosa, Ficus Tomentosa, Ficus Bengalensis
and Bamboo, Santalum Album etc.
HORSLEY
HILLS (Best Seasons)
The Horsley Hills have a delightful cool climate. The hills
abound with rich flora and fauna. It is a charming little hill
station at an altitude of 1,265 metres above sea level and forms
the most elevated table land in the south of Andhra Pradesh.
This is the coolest place and is a summer resort.
Location
The hill resort of Horsley Hills stands at an altitude of 1,265
meters above sea level on the southwest border of Andhra Pradesh.
HORSLEY
HILLS (How to get There)
By Air: The airports at Tirupati and Bangalore at a distance
of 160 km and 165 km respectively cater to the air travel to Horsley
Hills.
By Rail: The railhead at Madanapalle Road is the nearest to
the Horsley Hills. From the Madanapalle Road station Madanapalle
is at a distance of 13 km and Horsley Hills 43-km.
By Road: State transport buses of Andhra Pradesh and
taxis ply to the hill resort of Horsley Hills. There are
daily buses to Horsley Hills from Madanapalle and Tirupati
Accommodation
Accommodation is easily available in Horsley Hills at the A.P.
Tourism's Governors' Bungalow, and in Chittoor Cooperative Society
guest house.
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