write a note of relief features of malnad region
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Malnad runs parallel to the coastline from north to west. Generally, the Western Ghats are referred to as Malnad of the land of hills. They are also called Sahyadri. These hills obstruct rain-bearing winds from the Arabian sea and cause heavy rainfall more than 200 cms. The highest peaks in this region are Mullaiyanagiri, Kudaremukh, Rudragiri, etc. The important mountain passes are Charmudi Ghat, Shiradi Ghat, Agumbe Ghat. Hulikal Ghat. Since the Malnad region receives heavy rainfall, it has covered evergreen forests. The important waterfalls in this region are Jog Falls, Magod, Gokak, Shivanasamudra and Abbey Falls. The most important crops grown are coffee, tea, spices, rubber, paddy, etc. The districts located in this region are Shivamogga, Hassan, Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru.
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