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Horsley hills are one of the famous hill
resorts of Andhra Pradesh.
It is named after WD Horsley, who was the collector of
Cuddapah
district. Horsley chose this spot for his summer residence. It is situated
at an altitude of 1,265 m, which makes this place delightfully cool, with
a maximum summer temperature of 32°C, and minimum of 20°C. the
shady slopes found in this are wooded with luxurious vegetation.
Lushed With Natural Beauty
Thick
verdure of various species of plants can be seen as one starts the journey
to this wonderful place. Entire stretches of narrow roads are covered with
the dense growth of Eucalyptus, Jacaranda, Allamanda, Gulmohar and many
other species. Besides, there are also forest denizens like bears, wild
dogs, jungle fowls, Sambar and Panthers.
The air here is fresh and unadulterated, which gives perfect peace of
mind and is a heavenly bliss to stay at this place. As one proceeds
towards the hills one comes across the trees of Rita, Shikakai, Amla,
Beedi, Bay leaves, Sandalwood, Red sanders, Mahogany and Bamboo.
Chenchu tribes live here with their famous Pungannur cows, who eat less
fodder but yield more milk. A 150-year-old Eucalyptus tree "Kalyani"
is also an attraction at Horsley Hills. About 87-km away from the hillock
is the Kaundinya wild life sanctuary.
Air: The nearby airports are
Tirupati
and Bangalore
at a distance of 160-km and 165-km respectively.
Rail: The nearest railhead to Horsley Hills is Madanapalle Road,
13-km from Madanapalle and 43-km from Horsley Hills.
Road: APSRTC runs buses daily to this place from Madanapalle and
Tirupati.
Bungalow & Guesthouses
A.P. Tourism's Governors' Bungalow
Forest Bungalow
P.W.D. inspection Bangalow
Chittoor Cooperative Society Guesthouse
Mount Pleasant
Cottages (unfurnished)
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