NILGIRI VIEW POINT

This is the nearest point to Nilgiri that you can possibly reach. Nilgiri is considered as sacred by local indigineous Thakali population. The culture considers mountain tops and white things to be perfect conditions for their religious ceremonies as per their belief that the gods likes mountains top and white things. Locals say that, Thakali people always remember or pray to Nilgiri during their prayers. In this way, this mountain has always remained alive in their lives whenever and wherever they are. Beyond the cultural value, Nilgiri mountain is one of the primary reasons for this diverse plant and animal ecosystem throughout the area. You can get a closeup look of the icefall and nearby forest from this point.