Saturday, July 16, 2011

Athirappally Waterfalls in Kerala

State: Kerala

Location: 63 km from Thrissur

Famous for: Waterfall

Serves as: Prime tourist destination

About Athirappally Waterfalls:

Who says there's just one Niagara fall! In India one such splash exists which flows saintly as it begins its journey, but roars and gurgles once it reaches the fall and then splashes 80 feet right below cum crashing under as if nothings going to stop this fall free. The Athirappally waterfall located in Kerala at Trichur is an ideal monsoon destination quite popular among tourists as well as local. This waterfall is located amidst the scenic landscapes of Kerala within the Sholayar ranges on the fringes of Kerala's rain forests. The water from this waterfall splashes in the Chalakkudy River and is real treat for one's eye. The Athirappally Waterfall falls under eco-tourism and a trip to Kerala would remain incomplete without visiting this Splashing Beauty.


What to do at Athirappally Waterfalls:


Visit the waterfall which resembles Niagara Falls

Enjoy the splash

Watch natures beauty

Have a great picnic

Time to visit Athirappally Waterfall: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

Read How to reach Athirappally Waterfalls

Places to visit nearby: 

Vazhachal Waterfalls: Though not massive as Athirappally Waterfalls, yet very very landscapic. In fact Vazhachal Waterfalls serve as a popular picnic spot in this area. This waterfall too fall within the Chalakkudy River.

Vachumaram Lake
Malakapura Tea Gardens: Once you start walking within the high ranges you come across this tea gardens which are exactly 50 km from Athirappally amidst scenic surroundings.

Vachumaram Lake: Don't forget to visit the Vachumaram Lake which is one of the beautiful locations near to Athirappally Waterfalls. One can spot elephants and other herbivores nearby the lake.

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