Nilgiri Mountains
The Nilgiri Mountains form part of the Western Ghats in northwestern Tamil Nadu, Southern Karnataka, and eastern Kerala in India. They are located at the trijunction of three states and connect the Western Ghats with the Eastern Ghats. At least 24 of the Nilgiri Mountains' peaks are above 2,000 metres (6,600 ft), the highest peak being Doddabetta, at 2,637 metres (8,652 ft).
| Nilgiri Mountains | |
|---|---|
View of Nilgiri Mountains and its forests | |
| Highest point | |
| Peak | Doddabetta, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Elevation | 2,637 m (8,652 ft) |
| Listing | Ultra List of Indian states and territories by highest point |
| Coordinates | 11.375°N 76.75833°E |
| Naming | |
| English translation | Blue Mountains in Tamil |
| Geography | |
| Location | Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka |
| Parent range | Western Ghats Eastern Ghats |
| Geology | |
| Age of rock | Archean Eon, 3000 to 500 mya |
| Mountain type | Fault |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | NH 67 (Satellite view) or Nilgiri Mountain Railway |
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