subject: Athirappilly Falls [print this page] Kerala is one of those places that should be visited by each and every human being so that they could appreciate the aesthetic bliss that the nature has left for them. You get to see everything that the wayfarer in you aspires to view. Long lines of green parches of land lined by the ever-providing coconut palms through the romantic beaches where the sun kisses the land to go home to be back on the captivating hill stations on the ghats the next day inspires you to become who you always wanted to be.
Kerala is a place which offers much more than anybody can watch in a lifetime. But proper planning could reward you with such places that can be considered as a part of the copy of the paradise above. Athirappilli falls is one such place. Situated in the central part of the state in Thrissur district, the falls is located at about 55km from Kochi. About 7 million tourists visit the falls and the Vazhachal picnic spot each year.
The falls is a part of the Chalakkudi River, famous as the river which has the most variety of fish species. Near the Athirappilli falls is Vazhachal Falls, which is yet another favourite location of tourists worldwide. These falls provide you with an opportunity for trekking. The Sholayar dam located in the Sholayar ranges, the Thumboormuzhi dam are also places worth watching.
At Athirappilly falls, the water falls from a height of 80 feet from three separate plumes making this an unforgettable scene on a tourists mind. You can reach the top of the waterfall through a paved path amidst thick bamboo clusters. Through the steep narrow forest path, you can go to the bottom of the falls were the turbulent water flows with might. The best time to see the falls is during monsoon, from June to November.
Even the journey towards Athirappilly- through scenic villages, river-side roads lined with tropical lush green trees- is worth cherishing. There are numerous water theme amusement parks situated near the falls. But it is the natural water that makes Athirappilly what it is.
Athirappilly has a rich wildlife with Elephants, tiger, leopard, bison, lion-tailed macaque and sambar. The place is one of Indias best elephant conservation sanctuary and it is home for a variety of hornbills including the Great Hornbill, the National bird of Kerala.
There are numerous hotels within a small distance of the destination and some of these also provide with tour packages that will allow you to get more.
