The Western Ghats

Description

    The western Ghats, older than the Himalayas, have a fascinating geological history. They are the most important feature of the landscape of the southern peninsula, and unfortunately, they continue to suffer drastic degradation due to human pressure. Refer here Western_Ghats.
    The book traces the human history and the geography in the western Ghat region and along the costal area also known as Satpura Range, Sahyadri Range, Nilgiri Hills and the Anaimalai Hills. It describes unique architectural marvels, topography, tribal’s, forests, forts, tourist spots etc. Moreover book consists of a profile of the Western Ghats covering the different aspects from the geological history to the tribes with intention of showing the way to destruction, and to create awareness to conserve this heritage and an encouragement in a way to contribute to the conservation of Western Ghats, with proper illustrative pictures of the region