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Ulakkai Aruvi Waterfalls
LocationNagercoil, Tamil Nadu
Total height54.6m

Ulakkai Aruvi (also referred to as Rod Falls)[1] is a waterfall on the Western Ghats. This area is in the Asambu reserve forest, in Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu.

Location

Ulakkai Aruvi Falls is about 39 km (24 mi) from Kanyakumari and about 19 km (12 mi) from Nagercoil, near Azhagiapandiapuram. The falls are in the forested hills of the Western Ghats), and are accessible by an hour-long trek from the base of the hills through a rocky, forested area. There are two falls, one lower and one higher. The falls are fed by the Ulakkai, a spring originating in the nearby Anamalai Hills.[2]

According to legends, the Ulakkai Aruvi water has rejuvenating powers. This makes the falls a popular spot for tourists. The falls are accessible only by foot.

Accessibility

The falls, ensconced within the verdant expanse of the Western Ghats, are reachable solely by foot, emphasizing the pristine nature of the surrounding environment. The village of Perunthalaikadu serves as the nearest road point, with buses plying from Nagercoil town to Azhagiapandipuram. From there, a 2 km trek through rugged forest terrain unveils the splendor of Ulakkai Aruvi.

A popular time to visit Ulakkai Aruvi is just after the monsoon season, when the falls are at their fullest.[3]

References

  1. ^ "Ulakkai Aruvi Falls, Azhagiapandipuram, Kanyakumari | Kanyakumarians". www.kanyakumarians.com. Retrieved 14 February 2023.
  2. ^ "Ulakkai Aruvi In Tamil Nadu | Things To Do". Tours & Travel Company, Sea Water Sports. Retrieved 3 October 2023.
  3. ^ "Olakkay Aruvi Waterfalls, Kanyakumari - Timings, Swimming, Entry Fee, Best time to visit". Trawell.in. Retrieved 27 March 2024.
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