ExploreTop 5 Waterfalls In India

World Tourism Day(27th September)

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1. Athirappalli and Vazhachal Waterfalls, Kerala

Location: Athirappalli 63 km from Thrissur and Vazhachal 68 km from Thrissur.

Athirappalli and Vazhachal, the two scenic and popular waterfalls on the edge of the Sholayar forest ranges are just 5 km apart. The Athirappalli Falls joins the Chalakkudy river after plummeting down a drop of 80 feet. Vazhachal is part of the Chalakkudy river. Both the waterfalls, their cool, misty waters cascading down in the backdrop of thick green forest and rocky terrain, are a scintillating experience to visitors.

Nearest railway station: Chalakudy, about 30 km away. Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 58 km

from Thrissur.For more info- http://www.keralatourism.org/destination/destination.php?id=182

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2. Nohkalikai Falls, Meghalaya

Location- A few kilometres to the west of Cherrapunjee

At 335 meters it is the highest plunge waterfall in India and the 4th highest in the World. Just a 10 minutes drive from main town of Cherapunji, the fall is located at another blunt end of the plateau. The gorge here is green and trees grow like a mini rainforest. From the edge of the cliff the waterfall looked like a white rope in a sea of green forests.

Nearest railway station:Cherapunji away about 7 kmsNearest airport: Cherapunji away about 13 kmsFor more info- http://www.meghalayatourism.org/

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3. Jog Falls, Karnataka

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Location- located in Shimoga and Uttara Kannada district border.

Jog Falls is created by the Sharavathi River falling from a height of 253 m (830 ft), making it the second-highest plunge waterfall in India. There are four different streams or tracks into which the River Sharavati is split, comprising the entire structure of Jog Falls, and these streams are: Raja, Rani, Rocket and Roarer. The best season to visit this waterfall is the monsoons when this gigantic body displays its maximum charm. The Jog fall is an important source of water for the Mahatma Gandhi hydro Electric project that was started way back in1948.

Nearest railway station: SAGAR : For Sagar 30 kmNearest airport: Hubli Airport : 130 km, Mangalore

Airport : 135 kmFor more info- http://www.jogfalls.in/JogFallsEN.html

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4. Dudhsagar Falls, Goa

Location- situated inside the Bhagwan Mahavir wildlife sanctuary in Sanguem district of Goa close to the border with Karnataka.

The name of this waterfall evolves from the Konkani name for the falls, Dudhsagar meaning 'sea of milk'. This is because froth is formed due to the speedy surge of water from the majestic heights.

In spite of being a perilous spot due to its slippery rocks, it is a popular site for trekking and hiking. The fall looks stunning post monsoon as it ripples with bubbling foam-like water. The Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC) runs tours to Dudhsagar on Saturday and Sunday from Panaji and Calangute.

Nearest railway station: 10 km from Colem Railway StationNearest airport: Panji,60kmsFor more info- http://travel.india.com/destinations/dudhsagar-waterfall

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5. Courtallam Falls, Tamil Nadu

Location- The closest towns to Courtallam are Sengottai and Tenkasi at 5 km respectively.

Courtallam or Kutralam, Spa of South India, is a panchayat town situated on the Western Ghats in Tirunelveli District of Tamil Nadu, India. Many seasonal and few perennial rivers such as the Chittar River, the Manimuthar River, the Pachaiyar River and the Tambaraparani River originate in this region.

The falls carry a good amount of water only when there is a rain on the hills, so it is advisable to see the weather forecast, when one plans to come to Courtallam . Season begins from June of every year till September.

Nearest railway station: Tenkasi, 5 km away.Nearest airport: Tuticorin Airport approximately 90 km

away

For more info- http://www.tamilnadutourism.org/places/courtallam.html

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