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A sacred hilltop goddess temple (also known as the Kollipaavai Temple) reached by a woodland trek and rewarded with panoramic valley views — especially vibrant during its annual festival.
- Category
- Temple
- Location
- Near Masila Falls, Kolli Hills (hilltop)
- Best time
- Year-round; festival season is special
- Timings
- 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Entry fee
- Free
Dedicated to Ettukai Amman (the eight-armed goddess), a protector figure in the local tribal traditions, this hilltop temple — also known as the Kollipaavai Temple — is reached by a woodland trek across rugged slopes. Beyond its spiritual significance — devotees believe prayers offered here are especially potent — it offers sweeping panoramic views over the valleys and ranges, making it a favourite for photographers.
Location
- Set on a hilltop in the Devanurnadu / Masila Falls side of Kolli Hills (around 11.2865, 78.3744).
- Find it on the map: Open in Google Maps
Good to know
- The annual temple festival draws thousands of devotees, with traditional music, dance and rituals — expect heavy footfall and limited parking on those days.
- Wear good footwear for the trek up; carry water.
- Maintain silence and decorum inside the shrine.
- Combine with nearby viewpoints for a half-day cultural outing.