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Athirapally Tourism
Marvel at the beauty of the majestic waterfall and rich biodiversity in Athirapally
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Best time to visit
Oct - Mar
Ideal Duration
4-5 Days
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Rs. 2,500
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About Athirapally Attractions
Athirappilly is a Gram Panchayat, located in Thrissur district of Kerala. The place is blessed with scenic views and owing to this reason Athirappilly tourism is blooming at an increasing rate. Athirappilly boasts of rich biodiversity and is home to many endangered species. Silent Valley is another name given to the place due to calm and placid environs. The small town is dotted with gorgeous waterfalls, famous rivers, pristine and lush green forest, and exotic wildlife. With a sprawling scenic beauty comprising of pristine forests and water bodies, this place is no less than a heaven on the earth, it becomes even more beautiful during monsoons. Explore the alluring and unique ecosystem with Athirappilly tourism.
Athirappilly Tourist Spots
Athirappilly Falls
The waterfalls of Athirappilly are often known as Niagara Falls of India which fall from a height of 80 feet and are 330 feet wide. These falls are majestic in size and are considered to be the largest in Kerala. The waterfall is settled in the dense forest of Vazhachal. The forest surrounding Athitapally falls is one of the best biodiversity spots in the country. It is a paradise for nature lovers as one sees a wide variety of flora and fauna. You will find many endangered species like Indian hornbill, lion-tailed macaque, Nilgiri langur, and cane turtle. These waterfalls are one of the most famous Athirappilly tourist spots. These waterfalls have been filmed in many famous Bollywood as well as South Indian movies.
Vazhachal Falls
Another famous place to visit in Athirappilly is Vazhachal Falls, which is around 5 kilometers away from Athirappilly waterfalls. The source of Vazhachal Falls is Chalakudy River, the falls stream down from Shoylayar range. These waterfalls are one of the finest places to visit in Kerala. The waterfall is surrounded by virgin gardens and beautiful water parks. On an Athirappilly one day trip, one can explore the falls, gardens, and water parks.
Chalakudy River
The Chalakudy River in Kerala is the fourth-longest river in Kerala. This river is also known as Chalakudy Puzha and is a source of many waterfalls in Thrissur district such as Vazhachal Falls and Athirappilly Falls. The region near to the Chalakudy River is covered in deep vegetation due to extremely fertile soil. The origination of Chalakudy River is from the Anamalai region in Tamil Nadu. There are around 5 tributaries of Chalakudy River named as Sholayar, Parambikulam, Kuriyarkutti, Anakayam, and Karapara.
The jaw-dropping waterfalls, enchanting rivers, and a wide variety of exotic animals and plants are a few things that one can explore with Athirappilly tourism. Athirappilly is considered to be one of the best places for nature lovers.
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The Chimmony wildlife sanctuary is one of the most popular attractions near Athirapally, in the Western Ghats. It covers a lush green area of 85.067 sq km, on the Nelliyampathy Hills. Needless to say, it is a haven for people who enjoy bird watching. In addition, there are 39 species of mammals, 25 species of reptiles, 31 s...
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Athirappilly Falls in Athirapally
The gorgeous Athirappilly Falls is located in the Thrissur district of Kerala. These falls are referred to as Niagara Falls of India due to its majestic size which is like 80 feet high and 330 feet wide. Also, these falls are known as Athirapally in some areas of Kerala. These are the largest waterfalls in Kerala. The falls...
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Kodanad Elephant Training Centre in Athirapally
Kodanad, a beautiful town located in Ernakulam district of Kerala, along the river banks of Periyar is famous for its elephant training centre. It is located at a distance of 45 kms from the city of Kochi. Kodanad Elephant Training Centre is one of those places in Kerala where new-born elephants are captured and domesticate...
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Vazhachal Waterfalls In Athirapally
Nothing can be more beautiful than a sight of glistening falls falling from a height of 80 feet amidst the lush green and rustic forest landscape. When you look at Vazhachal Waterfalls, you get the same feeling and the site will remind you of a beautifully painted picture that you see on the screens of your computer. The au...
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Travel to Athirapally
Read about the best & quickest routes to save time & money, as suggested by our travelers
By Air
There are no airports in Athirapally, or even very close to it, so for those wondering how to reach Athirapally by flight, the best thing to do is to take a flight to Kochi International Airport, from where a taxi can easily take you to Athirapally. Kochi is a mere 55 kms away from Athirapally. You can also board a state run or private bus service to take you to Chalakudy from Kochi.
By Train
There isn’t any railway station in Athirapally as well, so travelers looking to travel here via train would have to deboard at Chalakudy, which is the nearest railway station to Athirapally. The Athirapally waterfalls is a mere 25 kms away from Chalakudy. From here taxis and other shared local transport are easily available to take you to the Athirapally waterfalls.
By Road
It is a good idea to travel to Athirapally by road, since it is well connected to all nearby towns of the state. Apart from hired taxis and personal vehicles, there are also several state-run and private buses that you can board to get to Athirapally easily. Hope this helps to solve your dilemma regarding how to reach Athirapally.
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FAQ's of Athirapally
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Which endangered species can be found in the dense forest of Athirapally?
The endangered species that can be found in the dense forest of Athirapally are Indian hornbill, lion-tailed macaque, Nilgiri langur, bison, and cane turtle.
Are there any stay facilities available in Athirapally?
Yes, there are many homestays, hotels, and resorts in and near Athirapally which offer you a comfortable stay.
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