Published on November 3, 2014 at 8:02
The hill ranges as well as forests in Wayanad which belong to Western Ghats, experience enough rain falls especially during monsoon season. This is the basic reason for the existence of numerous enchanting waterfalls in the region. Almost all these cascades are falling down from highly elevated positions amid dense forest. The thickly growing greenery and rocky surroundings add luster to these cataracts. It is highly spectacular to view them creating layers during their downward trend towards valleys. These crystal clear misty waterfalls are one of the main attractions of this mountain bounded areas. The important waterfalls in Wayanad are Meenmutty, Kanthanpara, Chethalayam, Sentinal Rock, Palchuram and Iruppu.
Meenmutty Waterfalls – Meenmutty Waterfall which exists amid dense forest is absolutely a wonderful sight in Wayanad. This falls from a height of 300 meters and said to be the highest waterfall of the evergreen forest land. It is highly spectacular to see this cascade passing through three layers….Read more… |
Kanthanpara Waterfalls – This is another attractive cataract located amid widely diversified tea estates in Wayanad. The spectacular cascade in the scenic spot is seen falling from a height of 30 meters. The thickly growing bamboo forests that encircle this area offer mesmerizing as well as picturesque views….Read more… |
Chethalayam Waterfalls – This is the lesser known waterfall which attracts tourists to the northern part of Wayanad. Sulthan Bathery is the nearest town to this outstanding picnic spot. Wayanad wild life sanctuary is not very far from this enchanting picnic spot. Chethalayam waterfall is found encircled by various types green vegetation which actually add luster to the falling of watercourse….Read more… |
Sentinel Rock Waterfalls – Sentinel Rock Waterfall is popularly known by the name ‘Soochippara Waterfall’ and this location is considered as the paradise of nature amid the gorgeous forest in Wayanad. The beauty of this forest bounded cascade is really indescribable….Read more… |
Palchuram Waterfalls – This cascade is one of the largest waterfalls in Wayanad. This spectacular watercourse fall is on the way of the new road, constructed to Kottiyoor from Wayanad. It locates about 1km away from the Boy’s town road and 24 kilometers away from Kottiyoor in Kannur District…..Read more… |
Iruppu Waterfalls – This is a highly impressive waterfall that locates at the borderline between Wayanad district in Kerala and Coorg district in Karnataka. Even though this eye-catching cataract belongs to Karnataka state, tourists who come to visit Wayanad can comfortably enjoy the entire glory of this mesmerizing cascade….Read more… |