Kumbakkarai Falls
| Kumbakkarai Falls | |
|---|---|
| Location | Dindigul District |
| Coordinates | 10°10′48″N 77°31′50″E / 10.18000°N 77.53056°ECoordinates: 10°10′48″N 77°31′50″E / 10.18000°N 77.53056°E |
| Elevation | 400 meters (1,300 ft) |
| Number of drops | 2 |
| Watercourse | Pambar River |
Kumbakkarai Falls are lesser known falls in the foothills of the Kodaikanal Hills. They are located at 10°10′48″N 77°31′50″E / 10.18000°N 77.53056°E in Dindigul district, 9 kilometers (5.6 mi) from Periyakulam. Kumbakkarai Falls are located along the Kodai-Vellagavi-Periyakulam foot path.
These falls have two stages. At the first stage, water collects in huge rock recesses which are each named after wild animals such as tiger, elephant, snake etc. The Pambar river then flows .5 km (0.31 mi) to the second stage before falling as the main waterfall.[1]
The water originates in Kodaikanal Hills and flows along the rocks and finally reaches the foot hills. This place is called Kumbakarai. The travellers come here and take bath in the falls. The water flows throughout the year; but in rainy seasons the flow will be very heavy. Bathing is possible. There is a bus from Periyakulam with fare of Rs. 5 (6AM,7AM,1PM,3.30PM,4.30PM). There is no guest house.[2]
See also
- List of waterfalls in India
- List of waterfalls in India by height
External links
References
- ↑ "Kumbakkarai Falls". Tamilnadu Waterfalls & Dams. Discover Tamil Nadu. Retrieved 2009-10-26.
- ↑ "KUMBAKKARAI FALLS". THENI FALLS. Theni Online. Retrieved 2009-10-26.
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