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A bustling local produce market (a fruits wholesaler) in Solakkadu — a window into the hills' famous jackfruit, pineapple, pepper and spice trade. Rated 4.2★ on Google.
- Category
- Culture
- Location
- 885X+P8R, Semmedu Rd, Solakkadu, Karavallicombai R.F., Kolli Hills 637415
- Best time
- Early morning, when trading is liveliest
- Timings
- Wholesale market — opens very early (around 3:00 AM on market days); quieter later
- Entry fee
- Free to visit
Solakkadu Market is a local produce / fruits wholesale market in Kolli Hills, and a good slice of everyday hill life. Kolli Hills is famous for its jackfruit, pineapple, pepper, coffee and spices, and this is one of the places where that produce is traded — colourful, busy and authentic, especially in the early hours.
Location
- Address: 885X+P8R, Semmedu Road, Solakkadu, Karavallicombai R.F., Kolli Hills – 637415
- Find it on the map: Open in Google Maps
Good to know
- It’s primarily a wholesale market that gets going very early (around 3:00 AM on market days) — go early to catch the action.
- A nice spot to pick up fresh local fruit and see where the hills’ produce comes from.
- Carry cash and be mindful that traders are there to do business — keep out of the way of loading and weighing.