Kerala, India
Athirappilly Falls
Largest waterfall in Kerala, dramatic in monsoon, a relative trickle in peak summer.
Athirappilly Falls is currently active and flowing strongly. The area has received nearly 70 mm of rain in the past week, keeping the waterfall vibrant. If you visit this week, be prepared for wet conditions and check local updates for any access changes.
Confidence: 95%
Weather
7-day forecast☀️ Sun & Daylight
today🌅 Sunrise
05:59 AM
🌇 Sunset
06:43 PM
📸 Golden hour
06:13 PM
⏱️ Daylight
12h 44m
Dawn 05:38 AM · Dusk 07:05 PM · Critical for ADV rides — avoid mountain roads after dusk.
🧭 Travel guide — Thrissur
Thrissur (originally Thirusivaperoor, formerly Trichur) is a popular city and district in the central part of Kerala in Southern India. It is known as the cultural capital of Kerala, with numerous cultural institutions, art centers, museums, etc.
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📖 About — Athirappilly Falls
Athirappilly Falls (Malayalam: [ɐd̪iɾɐpːiɭːi]) is situated in Athirappilly Panchayat in Chalakudy Taluk of Thrissur District in Kerala, India on the Chalakudy River, which originates from the upper reaches of the Western Ghats at the entrance to the Sholayar ranges. It is the largest waterfall in Kerala, which stands tall at 81.5 feet. Just a short drive from Athirappilly is the Vazhachal Falls, which is close to dense green forests that are home to many endangered and endemic species of flora and fauna. Athirappilly Falls is the largest waterfall in Kerala and is nicknamed "The Niagara of South India". Controversy about a state-proposed hydroelectric dam on the Chalakudy River above the waterfalls began in the 1990s and continued through 2017.
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Charpa Falls
Charpa Falls is a waterfall located in Athirappilly panchayath in Thrissur district of Kerala. Located on the west-flowing Chalakudy River, this waterfall lies in between the more famous Athirappilly Falls and Vazhachal Falls. It is a popular stopover for tourists who are visiting the Athirappilly and Vazhachal Falls. It is located close to the road, and during monsoon months, the water splashes o
Vazhachal Falls
Vazhachal Falls is situated in Athirappilly Panchayath of Thrissur district in Kerala on the southwest coast of India. Located on the west-flowing Chalakudy River near the Vazhachal Forest Division and at the edge of the Sholayar ranges, it is just 5 km from entrance of Athirappilly Falls. It is located 36 km from Chalakudy.
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