About
Hatimatha (Elephant Head Hill), known locally in indigenous Tripura language as 'Mongpa Khai', is a dramatic mountain ridge near Khagrachhari town whose natural peak shape closely resembles the forehead and trunk of a wild elephant. To access the peak, tourists climb a famous long steep iron staircase attached directly to the mountain face, leading to panoramic 360-degree viewpoints over surrounding valley ranges. It is an adventurous hiking hotspot offering breathtaking cloud-watching and sunset views.
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Things to do
- Peak shaped distinctly like an elephant's head
- Iconic steep iron staircase embedded on mountain cliff-side
- 360-degree panoramic vantage point for cloud watching and sunsets
Good to know
- Hold structural handrails securely while ascending the steep iron staircase.
- Avoid trekking during heavy downpours due to slippery mountain stair rungs.
- Carry adequate drinking water and light refreshments for the hike.
Before you travel
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Weather
23°
Clear sky
Feels like 28°
- Humidity
- 96%
- Wind
- 2.7 km/h
7-day forecast
- Today
22°31°
- Tue
20°28°
- Wed
20°27°
- Thu
19°27°
- Fri
19°28°
- Sat
18°28°
- Sun
18°28°
Updated 9 Nov, 0:50
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