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Athirappalli and Vazhachal Waterfalls

Location: Athirappalli 63 km from Thrissur and Vazhachal 68 km from Thrissur.

Athirappalli and Vazhachal, the two scenic and popular waterfalls on the edge of the Sholayar forest ranges are just 5 km apart. The Athirappalli Falls joins the Chalakkudy river after plummeting down a drop of 80 feet. Vazhachal is part of the Chalakkudy river. Both the waterfalls, their cool, misty waters cascading down in the backdrop of thick green forest and rocky terrain, are a scintillating experience to visitors.

Getting there: A good motorable road takes you to Vazhachal and Athirappalli from either Kochi or Thrissur town.

Nearest railway station : Chalakudy,about 30 km away

Nearest airports: Cochin International Airport, about 58 km from Thrissur.

Athirappalli and Vazhachal Waterfalls

 

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