How many km is Velliangiri Hills?

Despite continuing deaths of pilgrims who climb the Vellingiri Hills, located around 40 km from Coimbatore, the Health Department and Forest Department are yet to place restrictions on people with ailments that may turn fatal while trekking to the high-altitude Lord Shiva shrine.

How many steps are there in Velliangiri Hills?

More than 1000 stone steps are required to be covered to reach the top of the first hill.

Can girls go to Velliangiri Malai?

The hill ranges have abundant natural resources, which include rare herbs. Lord Panchalingesa and his Consort Manonmani amman alias Parvathi, bestow their grace on the devotees who throng here annually between February and May. Women between 10 and 50 years of age are not permitted to climb up the mountains.

Can we stay in Velliangiri Hills?

Night stay is possible. The climate in the 7th hill is unpredictable. Eventhough i carried woolen blanket I felt the chilness inside. A sleeping bag will be ideal.

Which place is known as South Kailash?

Vellingiri Hills
Coimbatore, India Vellingiri Hills, a chain of 7 mountains is also called the kailash of South and is the adobe of Lord Shiva. This place appeals to both nature enthusiasts and spiritual seekers.

Which mountain is considered as the Southern Kailash?

On his way back, in order to take rest he spends time at the Velliangiri mountain. This is how it got its name Southern Kailash or Thenkalayam.

Can I join Isha Foundation for free?

In this programme, which is designed by Sadhguru and provided free of charge, each participant goes through focused sadhana that involves volunteering (seva) and yogic practices, and being immersed in powerful consecrated spaces.

Who built Isha Temple?

Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev
Designed by Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, it weighs around 500 tonnes (490 long tons; 550 short tons)….Adiyogi Shiva statue.

Adiyogi Shiva statue in Coimbatore, 2018
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Location	Isha Yoga Center, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Designer	Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev