At the entrance to the Sholayar ranges, this 80 foot waterfall in a popular picnic spot is just 26 kilometers from Chalakudy.

It is a place of historical importance as it was here that Tipu Sultan established the base of when his army was besieging the "Travancore Lines". It is the centre of communications with the eastern uplands. The town enjoys reputation of being one of the healthiest spots in the District. It is a place worthy of visit and sight seeing. A few miles away from Chalakudy Irrigation Project and 26 miles east of the town is the Peringalkuthu Hydro-electric project. Rarest wild animals, Water theme parks and much more for the holiday frenzy.

Swift and sometimes torrential, waterfalls are dramatic, inspiring poets, painters and writers and their breath taking beauty evokes many feelings. They are motivating and addictive. If you are looking forward to a respite from the maddening city life then let yourself loose in the lap of the nature and feel and enjoy the beauty of the cascading waterfalls.

The charm of the Athirampally and Vazhachal nature cannot be described by words, Starting calmly from the high ranges, and crashing through gorges overhung with trees, these waterfall is one of the best places in India to re-capture a real sense of the classical idea of the "Picturesque"...not just calm and sweet, but something wild and natural.

Nearby Places of Interest in the same district

Charpa Falls
The enchanting but lesser known Charpa falls which plunges on to the road during monsoon is a sight to watch and enjoy.

Anakkayam
About 20 km from Chalakudy on the sholayar peringalkuthu route, Anakkayam means the "Elephant pit". It is noted for a lake with cool and placid waters. The place is a forest untouched by human encroachments and is a haven for those who wish to escape from concrete jungles. It attracts the visitor with its bubbling streams, natural rock formations and flora.
Water Theme Parks
For those who want a little extra recreation there are two water theme parks nearby with plenty of adventure games and water sports.
Malakapara Tea Gardens
For the adventurous a family safari through the deep forest and high ranges (Western Ghats) complemented with lots of hairpin curves takes you to the fascinating sculptured beauty of Malakapara tea Gardens. Along the route if you are lucky you may end up seeing some good wildlife.

Thumpurmuzhi Gardens
Thumpurmuzhi is an ideal stopover with its garden, scenic splendor and a classic waterfall.