Hosur is a town and a municipality in Krishnagiri district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the headquarters of the Hosur Taluk of Krishnagiri district. It is located about 40 kilometres (25mi) south east of Bangalore, 48 kilometres (30mi) north west of Krishnagiri and 306 kilometres (190mi) west of Chennai, the state capital. Hosur is known for its expanding manufacturing industries and its pleasant climate. The name of the town is from Kannada language which means 'New settlement/town' (-New -Town). Rock paintings and carvings suggest that the area has been occupied during the Paleolithic, Neolithic, and Mesolithic ages. Hosur experiences a tropical savanna climate (Kppen climate classification Aw) with distinct wet and dry seasons. Due to its high elevation, Hosur usually enjoys a more moderate climate throughout the year, with occasional heat waves. The coolest month is January with an average low temperature of 17.1 C and the hottest month is April with an...
