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| Adhiamankottai (Hongenakkal) |
Adhiamankottai is connected with the chieftain of Tagadur called Adigaman. There are several inscriptions within the fort which describes various philanthropic donations to the temples, given by the chieftains.
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| Hosur (Hongenakkal) |
The name Hosur in 'Kanarese' means "new town". In this town there is a large fort, Kottai Mariamman temple and Lord Chandrasundeswarar temple.
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| Krishnagiri (Hongenakkal) |
Once a place of importance in the wars, Krishnagiri also possesses a fort. This dilapidated fort, with huge boulders of stupendous size making the walls, reveal it's glorious past. Nearby is a dam which is a picnic spot.
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| Thali (Hongenakkal) |
Another important town with a fortress abutting a tank. A Kanarese inscription on the tank bund says that the fort was constructed in 1530 A.D during the reign of Achuta Raya of Vijayanagar.
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| Theerthamalai (Hongenakkal) |
Theerthamalai, a small hillock, is a pilgrim centre. Atop the hillock is the ancient Shive temple, where the presiding deity is 'Theerthagireeswar'. There are holy springs on the hillock.
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