Location: Gajapati, Odisha<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThis mountain peak lies at the southernmost part of the Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu, with the border with Kerala.<\/p>\n
With a height of 5,427 feet (1,654 metres), Mahendragiri is a sacred mountain that finds mention even in the Valmiki Ramayana.<\/p>\n
The mountain trek is similar to a pilgrimage, and gives you fascinating views of the regions below.<\/p>\n
It has become famous for the test site of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).<\/p>\n
How to reach: <\/strong><\/span>From Tirunelveli, you can drive to Mahendragiri, and trek to the mountain.<\/p>\n<\/span>8. Ambukuthi Mala<\/span><\/h2>\n#8 highest peaks in Tamil Nadu & southern India<\/p>\n
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- Location: Wayanad, Kerala<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Situated in Wayanad in Kerala, Ambakuthimala is a mountain that contains Stone Age caves with traces of Neolithic civilization evident in the drawings.<\/p>\n
A trek to the top (1000 metres) of the mountain is a thrilling adventure, and the mountain itself is one of the most scenic sightseeing places to see in Wayanad.<\/p>\n
From the top, one can get panoramic views of green forests of Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.<\/p>\n
How to reach: <\/strong><\/span>Reach Sultan Bathery, 12 km away in Wayanad. Go trekking from there.<\/p>\n