When we talk about beauty, nature never fails to surprise us. Waterfalls are nature’s best example of heavenly sights; dancing, thrashing, cascading down, there’s something naturally exciting about witnessing a waterfall. And indeed, India is blessed with lots of them.
So here are some best and stunning waterfalls in India that will take your breath away.
1. Jog Falls, Karnataka
It is India’s second highest waterfall with an 830 feet long drop. This waterfall is created by the river Sharavati flowing through the Western Ghats. It’s located on the Uttara Kannada and Sagara border. You can access the steps made by the tourism department at the bottom of the hill to get a clearer and a beautiful view of the Jog Falls.
The dense green cover, the natural habitat of the region and the white thick smoke-like water enhances the beauty of this waterfall.
Best time to visit: July to September
2. Kempty Falls, Mussoorie, Uttarakhand
Kempty falls is a picturesque 40 ft high waterfallwhich is located in the Queen of Hills, Mussoorie. This hill station is situated way above the sea level. Kempty falls is actually one among five different falls which developed by splitting off a stream by the rocks but none of the waterfall is more beautiful than Kempty falls.
You can also take a bath in the pool at the footstep of the falls while enjoying the beauty. Moreover, the panoramic view of the surrounding places will definitely leave you in awe.
Best time to visit: June to October
3. Hogenakkal Falls, Tamil Nadu
Hogenakkal falls is the most beautiful waterfall of Tamil Nadu. This amazing series of waterfalls located on the famous Kaveri River in the Dharmapuri district is a sight to watch. The water falls in a circle and finally hits the small pool in the middle that is surrounded by some of the oldest carbonite rocks. This waterfall is a major tourist attraction in the state and immensely famed for boat rides and medicinal baths.
And yes, you cannot go there by road. You’ll have to take bamboo boats which are called Coracles to reach the falls which adds thrill to the experience.
Best time to visit: October to February
4. Elephant Falls, Shillong
The elephant falls is one of the best and busiest spots in Shillong. These falls are named after the elephant-shaped rock near them. These falls are divided into three phases. All these phases can be seen from different vantage points.
The first part is comparatively broader and is tucked between dense trees, the second part gets narrower and finally the last one is the tallest of all and worth-seeing. This serene location is a paradise for tourists here.
Best time to visit: July to September
5. Shivanasamudra Falls, Karnataka
Situated on the Kaveri River, Shivanasamudra is one of the best waterfalls in India which is also among popular one day trip from Banglore. The island of Shivanasamudra divides Kaveri River into two parts that form twin waterfalls, named Gaganachukki and Barachukki. It’s a segmented waterfall which means that the water flows in multiple sides here which is definitely a visual treat for all the visitors.
Best time to visit: July to October
So post-pandemic, visit these spectacular waterfalls of India to feel their refreshing spray of droplets and even take a dip in the cool waters with your family and friends.
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