St. Catherine Falls - Uncover Coonoors Breathtaking Cascade

Safely cocooned in a wall of stone in the heart of Kotagiri

, Coonoor lies, what has often been described as one of the most stunning natural attributes of the state of Tamil Nadu. Buried deep within the Nilgiris District this breathtaking local hotspot is a premier stopover for visitors from far and wide who come to experience the beauty and majesty of this frothy cascade. Conveniently located along Mettupalayam Road which veers off in Aravenu, the waterfall dubbed Catherine Falls or St. Catherine Falls is in fact one of the must-see highlights for visitors touring Coonoor, as this double cascade fall is not only aesthetically pleasing but also the second tallest waterfall in the Nilgiri Mountains.

Those who wish to gauge a bird's eye view of the 250 foot high waterfall can do so from the summit of nearby Dolphin's Nose which allows visitors to see the two tiered fall in its entirety. Travellers who want to get up-close and personal with the natural wonder can take the road to the summit of the falls and watch the milky white foam of liquid plummet 250 feet below to a pool or water.

Surrounded by lush tropical forests and cascading tea estates, which cover most of the landscape those fortunate enough to witness the falls from the summit will experience the power of the winds blowing across the Nilgiri Hills. More adventurous visitors with a passion for trekking however can reach the waterfall on foot by walking across the Longwood Shola Forest which lies 3 km from the site. Hikers are required to secure permission from the District Forest Officer prior to embarking on the journey.

Named after the wife of a colonial statesman named M.D. Cocburn who is credited with introducing coffee cultivation process to Kotagiri, the waterfall's former name in the native tongue was supposedly "Geddhehaada Halla", which literally translates to the "Foothills Dale River". The best period to visit Catherine Falls is the months between September and November, when the weather conditions as well as the force of the water falling are conducive to visitors.

Those in search for stylish Coonoor hotels will find no finer alternative to The Gateway Hotel Church Road Coonoor. Offering guests contemporary amenities in an elegant setting this well situated Coonoor hotel pulls out all the stops when it comes to vacationing in sheer luxury.

by: Caleb

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