About Male Mahadeshwara Hills
Male Mahadeshwara Hills (MM Hills) is one of the most famous pilgrimage and tourism destinations in Chamarajanagara district of Karnataka. It is located in a scenic hill range surrounded by dense forests and wildlife.
The hills are named after Sri Male Mahadeshwara Swamy, a revered saint worshipped by thousands of devotees across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and nearby states.
Location
District: Chamarajanagara
State: Karnataka
Near: Kollegala
Region: MM Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
Why MM Hills is Famous
Famous pilgrimage centre
Scenic hill roads
Dense forest area
Wildlife sanctuary
Peaceful nature environment
Sri Male Mahadeshwara Temple
The Male Mahadeshwara Temple is the main attraction of MM Hills.
Thousands of devotees visit throughout the year, especially during:
Mahashivaratri
Deepavali
Weekly Mondays
Special temple festivals
Wildlife in MM Hills
MM Hills is also a wildlife-rich region:
Elephants
Tigers
Leopards
Deer
Sloth bears
Rare birds
Best Time to Visit
October to March — Best weather
June to September — Green scenic views
Importance of MM Hills
Male Mahadeshwara Hills is important for:
Religious tourism
Eco tourism
Wildlife conservation
Local employment
Cultural significance