The Neilgherries: Including an Account of Their Topography, Climate, Soil and Productions; And of the Effects of the Climate on the European Constitution (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Robert Baikie

9780331579970: The Neilgherries: Including an Account of Their Topography, Climate, Soil and Productions; And of the Effects of the Climate on the European Constitution (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0331579979 ISBN 13: 9780331579970

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore the Neilgherries—a detailed guide to a bracing, healthful hill country.

This edition presents a practical view of the hills’ topography, climate, soils, and local productions, plus how the climate affects the European constitution. Drawn from firsthand experience and contemporary observations, it offers reliable guidance for travelers, visitors, and those seeking health benefits from cooler highland air.

Inside you’ll find accessible explanations of how to approach the hills, what to expect in different seasons, and how to plan an itinerary that blends travel with health considerations. The book also weighs the practicalities of access, routes, and accommodations, making it a useful companion for readers curious about the region’s geography and its potential as a sanatorium-like destination.

Overview of terrain, climate patterns, and agricultural or natural productions.
Practical advice on ascent, acclimatization, and season-by-season health considerations.
Factors that influence how the climate affects various illnesses and recovery.
Historical context on accessibility, routes, and evolving facilities for visitors.

Ideal for readers of travel, climate, and regional history who want a grounded, firsthand account of the hills and their enduring appeal as a place of salubrious change.

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