Courtallam Main Falls - Tourist attraction in Courtallam - Tenkasi, India

Wonderful place. Must visit. Natural water falls with herbal water. Beautiful and outstanding place. Must bath multiple times. Never miss take time and enjoy the water falls, good for health, refreshes mind, renews your energy and natural healer for your health.

Marvelous. I enjoyed so much. Best for 1 day family outing. The current water flow are more enough to bath. There is token counter for your bag and your wallet, phone etc near water falls. For 30 mins, they charged 50 rupees. It's helps me a lot to take a bath in water falls without any tensions... after a bath you can also visit kuttraleswar temple near water falls...

Nestled in the scenic Western Ghats, Kutralam (kurrrraalm) is a popular tourist destination of South Tamil Nadu. Courtallam or Kutralam is a town situated at a height of 160 m (520 ft) above sea level in the foothills of the Western Ghats in Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India. The very name of the place has become synonymous with the thundering waterfalls that flow here. It is also home to centuries old ancient temples and other famous places of interest. Several seasonal and perennial rivers such as Thamirabarani, Manimuthar, Pachaiyar and Chittar originate in this lush region. It is the biggest waterfall in all of Kutralam and is about 60m in height. The flow of the water is interrupted by a natural crater, Pongumakadal which is 19m deep. This crater reduces the impact of the water flow and the speed of the water is reduced, thereby making it safe for bathing. It is advised to drink a few mouthfuls of the water while bathing as the water is believed to have medicinal properties. The water is said to heal all digestive and urinary problems if one bathes in this waterfall regularly for six months. It is a ritual to indulge in a soothing body massage with sesame oil after having a shower. The waterfall is so huge that nearly 200 to 300 people can bathe simultaneously. The water flows through rocks with sculptures of Shiva Lingams and other Gods, making a bath in the falls truly a divine experience. The title "Spa of South India" fits perfectly for Kutralam due to the numerous magnificent waterfalls and the healing and medicinal properties of the water that flows here. This has led to the rise of numerous health resorts in and around this quaint town. The falls do not flow throughout the year and are highly dependent on rainfall. They carry substantial amounts of water when the rivers feeding the falls receive heavy rain. The best time to visit Kutralam is from June to September, when the South West Monsoon kicks off in the nearby state of Kerala. People are not allowed to bathe when the falls are flooded due to heavy rainfall. Other Names of Kutralam over the Ages Kutralam is also known as "Ooty for the poor" due to its excellent climate that resembles the popular hill station Ooty throughout the year. This "Spa of South Tamil Nadu" is also known as Mukthiveli, Nannagaram, Pithur Kanda, Theerthapuram, Thirunagaram and Vasanthaperur. In Tamil the word, "Kuru aal (kurru aal)" denotes a dwarf banyan tree. Since the forests of this area were full of such dwarf banyan trees, the region came to be known as Kutralam.

Main falls is the the biggest falls in Courtallam, is about 60m high. The flow of water is interrupted by the Pongumakadal, a 19m deep crater and comes down with greatly reduced impact, making a bath safe. You can feel fresh while making a bath, its like a spa natural medicated water. Municipality to arrange more team for cleaning and car parking.

Kutralam is a Land of Waterfalls Located in The Wester Ghats of Tenkasi District, The Water Flowing in Kutralam is said to have High Medicinal Value and Also Traditional Massage is Taken By Some Tourists Before Bathing. Total of 9 Falls is Said to Be in Kutralam and This is the Major Falls and will be pretty much crowded during season ( June July August) and can easily get autos and buses to this main falls from Tenkasi Railway Station or Bus Stand. No Entry Fees, Separate Bathing Space for Men and Women and Can Find Lot of Street foods! Courtallam Waterfalls is Said to Be The Source of Many Important Rivers Namely Manimutharu, Tambrabharani, Pachaiyaru and Famous Border Parotta shop is Located Here Only ! Do Buy Banana Chips and Halwa on Your Way Back to Home!

At a distance of 7 km from Tenkasi, 160 km from Madurai, 62 km from Tirunelveli & 625 km from Chennai, Courtallam, or Kutralam is well known for Courtallam Falls which is one of the most famous waterfalls in Tamilnadu. Courtallam is famed as the 'Spa of South'. The main attraction of this summer resort is its waterfalls. The waters of Courtallam are believed to have medicinal qualities as it flows through forests of herbs. There are nine waterfalls at Courtallam where the River Chittar cascades over 92 meters at varying volumes. The Main falls or Peraruvi is the most popular and the biggest among the nine falls, at a distance of about 300 meters from Courtallam Bus Stand. Falling from a height of 60 m, it is located right inside Courtallam town. The flow of water is interrupted by the Pongumakadal rock and comes down gently making it a safe place to bath. One can find water not only during the season but also in off season (November to January). During the peak months, this place is frequented by travellers from around the country. The Kutralanathar Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva is located near this falls. Road access is available close to the falls. Chitraruvi or Small falls is situated just above the Main falls. There are steps which provide easy access to the small falls. The size of the falls is comparatively small and the people who are scared of Peraruvi can literally enjoy Chitraruvi. Separate sections are present both for men and women to take bath. Chitraruvi leads to other waterfalls like Shenbagadevi falls and Thenaruvi. Shenbagadevi Falls or Chembakkadevi Falls is situated above Chitraruvi falls / Small falls, at about 3 kms from Main falls. Visitors have to trek through Chitraruvi forest for about 45-60 minutes to reach Shenbagadevi falls, where the water flows from a height of 40 feet. The falls is surrounded by Shenbaga trees. Entry to this falls is restricted during peak season due to flash floods and not safe for bathing. There is also a temple dedicated to Shenbagadevi Amman near the falls. During full moon days numerous pilgrims visit this temple. Vendors sell the fragrant Shenbaga flowers on the way to the temple, which is an offering here. Honey Falls or Thenaruvi is further 1 km from Shenbagadevi Falls and 4 kms from the Main falls. It cascades down from a height of 40 m between two large stones. This is the first cascade in the series of Courtallam Falls and considered the most pure. It is named after the beehives that form on the face of the rock during dry season. The picturesque horseshoe shaped waterfall which falls vertically from three sides to join into a small lake, is a wonderful sight. The waterfall is not easily accessible and is a risky trek. The trek will takes almost 30 minutes from Main falls and people are not allowed to bath in the falls as it is very dangerous. Entry to this falls is also restricted during peak season owing to flash floods. July to October is the best time.

We went at the wrong time, no rains and so there was no water but we got a good look at the Sivan inscriptions on the rocks. Lots of monkeys so be very careful. It's best not to show your phone to them. They get curious seeing Bags and want to check if we have any food. Best to go empty handed.

Water is available now! And the waterfalls is just so good.. It's a bit crowded as it is the season now.. Do visit if you're near Thirunalveli or Tenkasi is also nearby..I would suggest you to experience the main falls than any other falls.. do not try any other other falls that's nearby because every other falls is just a water flow and a time waste..you can't enjoy there! This main falls is a vibe and you've to experience this! It is also said that the water which flows through is a herbal water and people also drink it while it flows! The view and the water is mesmerising! It's open 24 hours. So in case ur staying in courtallam.. you can come in the midnight or early morning to avoid crowd ! It will be empty and you can enjoy the whole waterfalls by yourself and your group! The more inside you go..the more suffocation of breathing will be there! The people who are having breathing problems, please don't go to this and try some other falls! As it might create some suffocating in breathing in them.