Waterfalls in Kerala

The forests which are situated on the Western Ghats are interspersed with numerous big and small waterfalls that slosh and splash along the mountain side. These forested areas of Western Ghats are concealed with cascading showers. Kerala has become a nature's abode for admirers of the greens. Abundance of greenery ensures freshness that continues to serve as the food for weary hearts and soul. Along with the vast sea beaches and river water, mountains and forests, the lakes and waterfalls of Kerala keep on captivating the imagination of the oncoming visitors. There are approximately 34 lakes which are a part of the state. The serenity of the lake water is tremendously calming. As opposed to this the thundering falls of waterfall seems to break the trance in which the visitor has lost himself. Running down along the cliffs from a great height, the waterfalls too present a breathtakingly picturesque beauty. This will not be wrong to say that the lakes and waterfalls of Kerala carry with them a magical quality that allures visitors at very first glance. A few waterfalls which attract the visitors towards Kerala are:

Perunthenaruvi waterfalls
The name of the waterfall Perunthenaruvi literally means The Great Honey Stream. The waterfall is located 15 km from Pathanamthitta in Pathanamthitta District and is a popular holiday destination for the tourists. The waterfalls are renowned for the wide span of area these cover, rather than their height. The stream later unites with the Pamba River.

Power House Falls
The Power House Falls are amongst the most popular waterfalls present in this area of Kerala. The waterfalls are actually located 18kms from the Munnar town. Power House Waterfalls is a gushing stream that runs down from a height of about 2000 m from steep rocks. The Power House waterfalls' water is supposed to have healing powers, it is supposed to heal many ailments. etc.