Top 10 Beautiful Waterfalls In India 1. Dudhsagar Falls Bordering Karnataka and Goa, Dudhsagar flows at an impressive height of 1017 feet, with a width of 100 feet. It derives its name from the milky appearance it gives from afar – the water resembles milk (‘Dudh’) streaming down amongst the thick forest landscape. It also derives its name from a legend about a princess bathing at the top of the waterfall. The river Mandovi emerges out of this waterfall, whose beauty is enhanced in the monsoon. • • •
Location: Goa, India Total height: 310 meters (1017 feet) Watercourse: Mandovi River
Top 10 Beautiful Waterfalls In India 2. Hogenakkal Falls Situated on the river Kaveri, ‘The Niagara of India’ is the pride of Tamil Nadu. Famous for its boat ride and medicinal baths, the waterfall’s steepest drop is at 20m. Hogenakkal, is originally a Kannada name, whose literal translation is ‘Smoking Stones’ – it is famous as ‘Marikottayam’ in Tamil Nadu. Possessing the oldest Carbonatite rocks in South Asia, this area is the site of a proposed plan to generate drinking water. Boating is allowed in the dry season, when the currents are not strong. ‘Parisals’ also known as ‘teppa’ are the bamboo boats which are used to travel. •Location: Tamil Nadu, India •Longest drop: 20 m
Top 10 Beautiful Waterfalls In India 3. Jog Falls Sharavati River gives rise to the Jog Fall, famous for its sub-sections known as Raja, Roarer, Rocket and Rani. The Tourism Department has made efforts to provide a viewpoint to see the waterfall from the backside which would really be a treat for photographers.
•Location: Sagara, Karnataka, India •Elevation: 488 meters (1600 ft. MSL) •Total height: 253 meters (829 feet) •Watercourse: Sharavathi River
Top 10 Beautiful Waterfalls In India 4. Gokak Falls Located in Belgavi, Karnataka, the waterfall’s entrance is shaped like a horse shoe. It is also a site of historical relevance – electricity generation began in 1887 and, monuments of the Chalukya era surround it. Its distinct red color is the perfect setting for picturesque photos.
Top 10 Beautiful Waterfalls In India 5. Athirapilly Falls Home to four endangered species of Hornbill, and various flora/fauna, Athirappilly Falls is situated in Trissur, Kerala – God’s own country. South Indian, and Bollywood movies have been shot with its scenic beauty in the foreground – the most famous one being ‘Guru’ and ‘Iruvar’. • • • • • •
Location: Thrissur, Kerala Type: Segmented Elevation: 120 m (390 ft.) Total height: 25 m (82 ft.) Number of drops: 4 Total width: 100 m (330 ft.)
Top 10 Beautiful Waterfalls In India 6. Dhuandhar Falls The smoky (‘dhuan’) river coils down the Marble Rocks, lining the banks of the Narmada River in Madhya Pradesh. The breaking of the water on these stones enables the falls’ roar to be heard from miles away.
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Location: Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh Total height: 30 meters (98 ft.) Watercourse: Narmada River
Top 10 Beautiful Waterfalls In India 7. Elephant Falls Home to the Khasi tribe in Meghalaya’s Shillong, it was named by the British, after spotting an elephant shaped rock. The story has been outlined in a bright green board posted nearby. Originally known as Ka Kshaid Lai pateng Khohsiew (Translating to ‘Three step waterfall’) it is divided into three successive sections. Water rappelling is available here for the adventurous soul.
Top 10 Beautiful Waterfalls In India 8. Chitrakoot Waterfalls Edged along the Indravati River in Chhatisgarh, the waterfall is 95 feet high. It exists in stark difference during the weather changes – summers, the water level is low, and during the monsoon, the banks are overflowing and covered with silt. It is often contrasted to Jog falls, which looks white even during the monsoon.
Top 10 Beautiful Waterfalls In India • 9. Aharbal, Kashmir Amongst the narrow gorges formed of granite boulder, Aharbal falls of Kashmir flows out of the Veshu River. It is also the base for adventure tourism (horse riding, skiing, photography), and fishing. Tourist infrastructure includes huts and a cafeteria, and other lodging and boarding facilities.
Top 10 Beautiful Waterfalls In India • 10. Gira Falls Emerging from the Kapri Tributary, these falls drop into the Ambica river, which has become a picnic spot for tourists visiting Shingala. At a height of 75 feet, the speed of the falling water creates a fog. It is also famous for the frequent rainbow spotting over the falls.
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