Things to do in Male Mahadeshwara Hills, Karnataka
Male Mahadeshwara Betta, is a pilgrim town located in the Hanur taluk of Chamarajanagar district of southern Karnataka in India. It is situated at about 150 km from Mysuru and about 210 km from Bengaluru.
5 places to visit in and around Male Mahadeshwara Hills, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Male Mahadeshwara Hills
Male Mahadeshwara Betta, is a pilgrim town located in the Hanur taluk of Chamarajanagar district of southern Karnataka in India. It is situated at about 150 km from Mysuru and about 210 km from Bengaluru.
Wikipedia - 2Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary
Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary in the Mandya, Chamarajanagar and Bengaluru South districts of Karnataka, India. The Cauvery River passes through its midst.
Wikipedia - 3Male Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary
Male Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary in the Eastern Ghats and is located in the state of Karnataka in India.
Wikipedia - 4Male Mahadeswara Temple
- 5MM Hills Entrance Arch
Best time to visit Male Mahadeshwara Hills
Best weather: May–Mar.
- Jan22°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb25°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar28°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr29°CHot
- May28°CPleasant, Best months
- Jun26°CPleasant, Best months
- Jul25°CPleasant, Best months
- Aug25°CPleasant, Best months
- Sep25°CPleasant, Best months
- Oct24°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov22°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec21°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 22°C | 3 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 25°C | 6 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 28°C | 19 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 29°C | 54 mm |
| May | Pleasant | 28°C | 96 mm |
| Jun | Pleasant | 26°C | 60 mm |
| Jul | Pleasant | 25°C | 81 mm |
| Aug | Pleasant | 25°C | 93 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 25°C | 123 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 24°C | 152 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 22°C | 87 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 21°C | 25 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Male Mahadeshwara Hills
- Nearest railway station: Mettur Dam (MTDM), 35 km away.
- Nearest airport: Salem Airport (SXV), 58 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Male Mahadeshwara Hills costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Male Mahadeshwara Hills is not included.
Compare Male Mahadeshwara Hills with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Male Mahadeshwara Hills | – | May–Mar | 5 |
| Bheemeshwari | 47 km | May–Mar | 5 |
| Denkanikottai | 59 km | Jan–Dec | 9 |
| Kolathur | 60 km | Aug–Feb | 9 |
| Thalli | 62 km | May–Mar | 9 |
Distances in a straight line from Male Mahadeshwara Hills; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Male Mahadeshwara Hills?
The best known are Male Mahadeshwara Hills, Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary, Male Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary, Male Mahadeswara Temple, MM Hills Entrance Arch.
When is the best time to visit Male Mahadeshwara Hills?
Best weather: May–Mar.
How do I reach Male Mahadeshwara Hills?
Nearest railway station: Mettur Dam (MTDM), 35 km away. Nearest airport: Salem Airport (SXV), 58 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Male Mahadeshwara Hills cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Male Mahadeshwara Hills is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.