Diving into the green forests of the Western Ghats located Athirapilly Waterfalls is a pleasant and beauty of nature. Athirapilly Falls is located in Kerala, Thrissur region also the falls is sometimes referred to as “Niagara of India”. The waterfalls is famous for it’s enormous height and great force flow of water. Athirapilly Waterfalls is a popular destination among all peoples over globe also it’s known famous film shooting location for the Movie – Baahubali.
Athirapilly Waterfalls – Beauty of Kerala
Athirapilly Waterfalls is formed by the Chalakudy River at a height of 80ft height. One of the best time to see the sight of green lush forest to which water falling into the greenery rocks is monsoon season from June to September. The Falls is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. If visitors are lucky enough they will get to see wildlife, including elephants, bird species, leopards etc. Great Indian Hornbill, which is one the rare endangered species can be spotted at the location.
Athirapilly Falls has also captured a huge spot for film destination among film makers. Many major films from Bollywood as well as Mollywood has been shot on the falls which includes Bahubali, Dil Se, Guru, Punnagai Mannan, Paiyaa, etc.
Things to Do
Tourists visiting Athirapilly Waterfalls will must visit the nearby surrounding places to get experience.
Vazhachal Waterfalls
Around 5k away from the Ahirapilly Waterfalss is the Vazhachal Waterfalls which is also one of the most popular destination among tourists visiting Athirapilly Falls. Visitors coming to Athirapilly Falls will not leave a chance to miss the enormous beauty of Vazhachal Waterfalls. These falls are not only known for their beauty but also for a wide range of endangered species. The falls is home to Great Indian Hornbill, which is a rare endangered bird species.
Reaching There
Nearest railway station: Chalakudy, about 30 km away
Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 53 km from Thrissur