Athirapally- The Land of Forests, Rivers and Great waterfalls

Athirapally

Athirappally, located east of Chalakkudy in the district of Trichur, is one of the major tourist attractions in Kerala. Athirappally is a famous tourist attraction due to the 80 feet high Athirappally waterfalls that come cascading from the high ranges in to the Chalakkudy River and offer a chance to tourists to witness something wild and natural.

Tourist attractions

1. Vazhachal waterfalls: 

The Vazhachal waterfalls are located very close to the Athirapally falls and are a part of the Chalakudy river stream. Vazhachal is popular for its flora and herbal plantations (maintained by the forest department) apart from the scintillating waterfalls set in the backdrop of a lush green forest. This is an ideal picnic spot too.

2.Water-theme parks:

Two water-theme parks - the Dream World and Silver Storm are located to the west of Athirapally.

We are at Athirapally waterfalls

3.Thumpurmuzhi gardens:

The Thumpurmuzhi gardens are located amidst the two water theme parks. The water from the river is redirected to deep tanks at Thumpurmuzhi, creating a waterfall like impact. The gardens are well maintained and have scenic surroundings.

4.Vachumaram:

Vachumaram is a calm and beautiful lake surrounded by hills. If you are lucky, you can spot deer and wild elephants here.

5.Anakkayam:

A few kilometers from Vachumaram (about 20 kilometers from Chalakudy) is Anakkayam (which means elephant pit). Tourists will find a serene lake, bubbling streams, natural rock formations and flora here.

6.Peringalkuthu and Sholayar Dams:

The Peringalkuthu and Sholayar Dams are situated deep in the forest on the way to Valpara. Both the dams generate hydroelectric power to the state and entry to the dam site is with special permission only. 

Must Things to do

•   Fishing in the river

•   Crabbing

•   Swimming in natural pool

•   Visit to Traditional pottery making unit

•   Country side/ plantation visit

•   Enjoy ayurveda

Location/Best time to go

Location:

The nearest place is Cochin, about 58 km to the north and Trivandrum is approx 280 km to the south. Nearest Railway Station, Chalakkudy is around 30 kilometers from Athirapally.

Best time to go

January - March and September - December.