Mesmerizing Waterfalls Of India – India has natural beauty in abundance and fascinating waterfalls are scattered all across the length and breadth of the country.
A photographer’s delight and a traveler’s dream, waterfalls can calm your senses like no other destination.
India is home to natural beauty in abundance and the waterfalls here can give even the Niagara Falls a run for its money.
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Athirappally Falls, Kerala
Kerala is not just about its backwaters and scenic beauty. There has to be a reason why renowned filmmaker Mani Ratnam chose this captivating waterfall to shoot scenes of Raavan starring Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai. With a height of 82 ft, the waterfall provides a stunning view of giant mountains, greenery and deep valleys. Just looking at the waterfall will make you fall in love with everything around you. A perfect setting for a romantic date! Visit Athirappally Falls during monsoons to see it in full swing!
Kunchikal Falls, Karnataka
Karnataka is home to some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the country. The Kunchikal Falls, at 1,493 ft, is the highest waterfall in the country and second highest in Asia. Located near Agumbe in Shimoga district, it is formed by the Varahi River and lies in the exquisite Western Ghats. Agumbe receives heavy rainfall and has India’s only permanent rain forest research station in the country. Full of wildlife, this place is a traveler’s paradise.
Dudhsagar Falls, Goa
Literally translated to ‘ocean of milk’, this waterfall is a sight to behold. Falling from a height of 1,020 ft, the water looks like as if milk is flowing freely. One of the most popular waterfalls in India, thanks to its location, it is a great tourist destination that attracts thousands of nature lovers every year. The photographer I you wouldn’t want to miss this for anything! During monsoon, it turns into a very powerful waterfall so be cautious when you are visiting it during rainfall.
Nohkalikai Falls, Meghalaya
How can the wettest state of India not have a captivating waterfall? One of the tallest in the country, it is located near Cherrapunji, one of the wettest places on earth. At a height of 1,100 ft, it is also the tallest plunge waterfall in India. A true wonder of nature this waterfall will take you to another world of tranquility and peace. The best part about this fall is that you can visit it any time of the year and it will still not fail to amaze you.
Dhuandhar Falls, Madhya Pradesh
Drive 16 km away from Jabalpur city to witness one of the most spectacular waterfalls in central India. Dhuandar Falls, at a height of 98 ft, might not be as tall as the others in the list, but it is definitely one of the most powerful falls in India. Its roar is audible from a far distance and it was also one of the locations where Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Asoka was shot. For a divine experience, visit the falls during Shivratri when the white rocks appear silver in moonlight and offer an incredible view of the Narmada River.
Our country has a rich natural beauty and enchanting waterfalls can be found in Maharashtra, Orissa, Arunachal Pradesh and even Rajasthan. So start packing and explore these wonderful waterfalls for some exciting moments!
