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A pilgrimage trip in the plains around Courtallam

Kuttalam falls or Courtallam waterfalls is a famous tourist destination in southern Tamil Nadu. Read more about nearby attractions including famous South Tamilnadu Temples and other tourist interests which are on the south western side closer to Kerala also.

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Actually, Courtallam is close to Kerala. Courtallam falls is a wonderful natural shower, but this destination is not maintained well.

Jasagos, Thanks for sharing those beautiful photos from Courtallam. I would love to visit this place once and see the places you described. Can you suggest me which is the best area to stay? Any hotels or resorts you recommend for budget stay?

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• 4.2 Temples

Kuttralam is a city in Tamil Nadu , India . Courtallam is the anglicized version of Kuttralam.

Understand [ edit ]

Kuttralam is in the Tirunelveli district of South India . It is famous for its numerous waterfalls. You can literally find people running around and taking bath in waterfalls with towels on their shoulders. The waterfalls are fed by the monsoon, colloquially referred to as "Kuttralam Season". Due to its location and relative cheap expenses, it is often referred to as "Poor man's paradise". The best time to visit is mid-June to September and October-January.

Kuttralam is also mentioned in many classical Tamil literary works.

Get in [ edit ]

Kuttralam is a famous location is Tamil Nadu , so getting in is not a problem.

By plane [ edit ]

Madurai ( IXM  IATA ) is the nearest airport, which has flights connecting to Chennai . You can reach Kuttralam by bus, train or by hiring a taxi from Madurai . The journey takes about 3 hours. Another one is Thiruvananthapuram international airport ( TRV  IATA ) ~100 km and it takes 3 hours from there too. Thenmala eco-tourism centre, Palaruvi waterfalls and Kulathuppuzha Ayyappa temple are on the route from Thiruvananthapuram.

There is also an airport at Tuticorin ( TCR  IATA ) 90km which has infrequent flights.

By train [ edit ]

Tenkasi is the nearest rail head. It is connected to Chennai and Tirunelveli by frequent services. You can hire a taxi or an auto from Tenkasi Railway Station to reach Kuttralam.

Kuttralam is just 6km away from Thenkasi Railway Junction. Getting in is easy.

By car [ edit ]

Kuttralam is situated about 200km from Madurai , 65 km from Tirunelveli and 5 km from Tenkasi . Tenkasi is a bustling town, which has decent bus services to many parts in south Tamil Nadu . Alternatively, special buses operated by the government ply directly to Kuttralam during the season.

By boat [ edit ]

Though there are numerous waterfalls, they are only from small streams. So, Kuttralam does not have a pier. The nearest seaport is at Tuticorin .

Get around [ edit ]

By auto [ edit ].

Auto Rickshaws (trishaw or Tuk-tuk) are available at every corner and near the waterfalls. They can be used to effectively see the various waterfalls within the place.

Hiring a cab is a common mode of transport. The common waterfalls have parking facilities with nominal charges, so it is advisable to hire a cab...

See [ edit ]

Wherever you turn, you will see people with towels moving about. There are numerous waterfalls in Kuttralam which offer beautiful and scenic moments to experience.

Waterfalls [ edit ]

• 8.9312 77.2382 1 Five Falls . After the main falls, this is the most famous waterfalls and definitely the most enjoyable of all. It is located 6km from the main falls. The water here splits into five branches while falling, so it is called "Five falls"  
• 8.92976 77.26939 2 Main Falls . This waterfall is located close to the bus stand, and greets you as you enter Kuttralam. It is usually crowded during the season, and you can take bath here 24 hours a day. It is a beautiful waterfall of about 130 feet.  
• 8.899972 77.295845 3 Old Courtallam . This is not a historic place, but there is a waterfall here too! This waterfall is maintained by the PWD by controlling the waterflow.  
• Karayar Dam & Falls , Papanasam ( via Ambasamuthram ). 1 . Another wonderful spot little away from Kuttralam is the Karayar dam. Believe it you have a wonderful waterfall inside the dam which takes about 15 minutes of boat ride from the shore. This is an awesome place to feel the nature and take a shower.  
• Shenbagadevi . This beautiful falls is located upstream and as part of the cascade that forms the Main falls. You can reach shenbagadevi only by trekking for about 30 minutes. Entry to this falls is restricted during peak season due to flash floods and unruly behaviour of the crowd.  
• Sittraruvi . Sittraruvi or "Small Falls" is an offshoot of the Main falls located to its side. It is very small and completely safe to enjoy a shower here.  
• Thenaruvi . Located even above Shenbagadevi is the serene Thenaruvi or "Honey Falls". This is the first cascade in a series of waterfalls, and considered the most pure. Ostinably, it is least crowded, as you have to trek for more the 2 hours to reach this falls. Entry to this falls is also restricted during peak season owing to flash floods.  
• 8.92736 77.2783 4 Tiger Falls . This is located between Old Courtallam and Main falls. This falls is in a private property, which is charges people to take bath.  

Temples [ edit ]

• Kutraleeshwarar Temple . Close to the Main falls is the temple dedicated to Lord Kuttraleeshwarar. It is common for the locals to take bath in the falls and offer prayers here.  

Do [ edit ]

Kuttralam is located away from the city's bustle, so you can unwind and relax here. The town gets crowded during the season, as people pour in to experience for the "Kuttralam experience".

Obviously, the must thing to do in Kuttralam is take bath! Facilities are available at all the falls for safe bathing with separate facilities for women, and even police presence! This is required as a precaution as number of people come in during the season, and the crowd could get out of hand. Have an oil massage which is very pleasant before a bath in the falls.

During the peak season this place will be like a paradise, It is also called as poor mans Ooty but now all the cost is getting increased due to the popularity

Buy [ edit ]

Local handicrafts and souvenirs are available.Fruits like Rambootan,Mangosteen, are available.

Eat [ edit ]

There are numerous hotels in the town, being a tourist spot. One of the famous hotel, Rahmed Porata stall situated in piranoor, that is in the bus route of Senkaottai to Tenkasi via Ilanji. There is very long queue during the season period, since it the good non-vegetarian hotel for over more than 15 years. The cuisine is traditionally South Indian with limited options for others. Its also famously known as the Bilal Border Parotta Shop

Drink [ edit ]

There are numerous tea-shops for a hot sip of tea or coffee.

Alcohol is served in bars and also by government run "TASMAC" shops. Please be aware that public consumption is prohibited, and you could get into trouble.

Sleep [ edit ]

There are resorts, hotels, lodges available both in Tenkasi and Kuttralam. They have differential rates during the peak season.

• 8.924929 77.286608 1 Jijis Castle . ( updated Jan 2022 )

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Coutrallam Waterfalls

Mesmerising beauty, you think of visiting a waterfall and you end up infront of nine magnificent walls, magical, right. coutrallam waterfalls is a beautiful destination for the perfect getaway..

Fed by the River Chittra, Manimutharu, Pachaiyar and Tamirabarani the waterfall cascades over 60m-92 m. Main Falls (Peraruvi), Small Falls (Chittaruvi), Chembakadevi (Shenbaga) Falls, Honey Falls (Thenaruvi), Five Falls (Aintharuvi), Tiger Falls (Puliaruvi), Old Coutrallam Falls (Pazhaya Courtallam), New Falls (Puthu Aruvi), Fruit Garden Falls or Orchard Falls (Pazhathotta Arvui) are the nine falls and each one offers a different experience in terms of volume and height. Undoubtedly, the main fall is the pick of the lot. It drops from a height of 60 metres and the water is believed to have healing powers. Irrespective of seasons, you find the water flowing freely here. A flight of steps from the main fall leads you to the small fall. Enjoy a shower and spend some leisurely time here. If you are game for an uphill trek, you reach the Shenbaga falls and you can also visit the Shenbagadevi temple nearby. At a distance of 4 km from the main fall lies the honey falls. The enamouring view makes it the most appealing sight. You see water plummeting down from three sides. In case you have children with you, Tiger falls is the best place to be. Water spreads out in five directions at five falls. The odd falls is located at a distance of 10 km from the town. At a height of 200 feet, this is one of the least crowded falls.

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Bus Services are available from Tirunelveli to Tenkasi and there after to Courtalam. Courtalam Bus Station, about 1 km away

Thoothukudi Airport, about 12 km away

Tenkasi Railway station, about 15 km away

Visit Coutralam during winter season to get the best experience. The best months to visit are July, September, October, November, January, February and March.

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Courtallam Travel Guide

Courtallam, is not like any other beautiful destination that you would just visit in South India for a vacation. This tourist destination though small has something enriched in it that soaks your soul and by that some Courtallam refers to its many charming popular tourism attractions. True to the name that it has been revered as, Courtallam with time made its place as the 'Spa of South India' in Western Ghats, thanks to the loyal travellers who spread the word of praise all over the world. The town which is set at an elevation of 160 m in the foothills of Agasthyamalai, an essential part of the Western Ghats in Tirunelveli district is among the untouched tourism places by man's revolutionary hands. And out of all the heart winning seasons to take on the road, the months of June to September are considered the best time to visit Courtallam. Throwing some spotlight on its travel places that are worth visiting, together with the curing waterfalls which has its special mention in many literary works by "Thirikooda Rasappa Kavirayar" who wrote songs on the exquisiteness of Courtallam, there are ancient temples spreading spirituality from 7th Century and museums to tell tales about the tribal cultures and their importance. Moreover, what adds modern touch to the town are the eco parks and dams that take Courtallam a step ahead towards conservation.

Out of the many sightseeing places, waterfalls namely Main Falls, Five falls, Old Courtallam Falls, Tiger Falls along with Chitra Sabhai Temple, Courtallam Eco Park , Gundar dam are some of the top tourist attractions that always lead the charts of any Courtallam travel guide. While travelling to this town, you are bound to look for relaxing accommodation options full of amenities, for that our Courtallam holiday packages never leaves any stone unturned. Furthermore, if legends and myths pull your attention then you will get to hear a lot of legendary tales out of which the one that is the most talked about is the story of the marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. The tale states that when the marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati was taking place in the Himalayas, all the divine deities got together to witness the divine union because of which the earth's axis faced a tilt. To fix this, Lord Shiva asked Sage Agastya to bring the earth back to the balanced state by going towards the south. After doing so, the Sage was promised that he could witness the marriage. This town which is dipped in spiritual beauty and is a powerhouse of cure is a must if you are thinking of an offbeat vacation away from the hustle bustle of life. And if you are planning this tour with us, you are bound to have a great time in the soothing realms of Courtallam. We also offer best Courtallam travel packages that can be tailored as per your preference so that you have a perfect time amid the ravishing Western Ghats of Tamil Nadu.

Best Time to Visit Courtallam

As we get delighted as and when monsoon begins, so does Courtallam and hence the best time to visit this destination is between June and September.

With the soaring temperature of 37°C, Courtallam faces hot days in the months of April and May with meagre rainfall. So, this time of the year is mostly avoided by tourists as it gets a bit tough to go for a sightseeing tour in the heat.

Nature elates with joy in the monsoon months of June to September in Courtallam, making it the best time explore the many waterfalls and other best places to visit snuggled in the town. The temperature touches down a maximum of 28°C accompanied with pleasant wind.

For those who love the rushing sound of waterfalls and love taking a tour in the lovely surroundings of Courtallam, then winters are the best time for them. Starting from the month of December and lasting till February,the temperature here ranges between 13°C to 29°C, captivating the wanderers from across the globe.

Popular Tourist Attractions & in around Courtallam

As said before there is something magical about the tourist attractions that embraces the town like the healing waterfalls, temples and other places that would make Courtallam one of your favourite travel experiences.

Five Falls Courtallam

One of the popular tourist attractions, Five Falls is where the streams with magical healing powers flow in the town of Courtallam. Divided in two sections i.e., three for men on the left and two for women on the right where they can bathe and make use of the curing potential of the falls.

Welcoming its visitors 24x7 is the biggest falls in the town with a height of 60 m, Main Falls also called as Peraruvi. Falling from such a height, when the falls come in contact with Pongum Kadal, a 19 m deep crater, the impact of the falls decrease, making it perfectly safe to swim here.

Old Courtallam Waterfalls

An offbeat tourism attraction considered perfect for those who want to rejuvenate and spend some time away from the hustle bustle of top places in Courtallam. A short detour to these falls if on a family vacation is considered ideal as not only the falls have two pools for children but follow the route which is veiled in lush greenery full of coconut and mango trees along with the flourishing rice fields, perfect for nature sightseeing.

Chitra Sabhai Temple

A special home to relish history through the art of painting is the story of Chitra Sabhai Temple. Styled in different forms and styles, the paintings here in this Hall of Paintings are made by the use of extracts of herbal plants.

Folk Arts Site Museum

Being a part of the state which treasures culture and art as precious gems, Courtallam a part of Tamilnadu is home Folk Arts Site Museum which respects its legacy. Founded in the year 1982, the museum is a small exhibition of tribal life, culture and art forms like stone sculptures, wood fossils, mud figurines and iron implements.

Tiger Falls

A kid friendly falls, also known as Puli Aruvi is a comparatively smaller version of Main Falls where travellers of every age can enjoy because of its moderate water flow. It is said that back in time, tigers used to rest in the caves and also come here to drink water. The water of these falls is used for irrigation purposes while its being collected in a lake.

Courtallam Eco Park

Extensively spread over an area of 37 acres is the Courtallam Eco Park, biggest of its kind in Tamil Nadu. Built in the year 2012, the main objective that the Eco Park supports is to conserve the lush biodiversity and ecosystem of the Western Ghats. Some of the main attractions of the park are children play area,gardens, adventure area, murals and stream walks.

Tagged closely to the Sengottai city of tamilnadu is the Gundar dam built in the year 1983. The main motive for construction of this dam was to provide irrigation facilities to the Tirunelveli district.

Adavi Nainar Dam

Located in the Mekkarai village of Sengottai, this popular tourist attraction, Adavi Nainar Dam is a famous spot for used in film adaptations.Dotted with gleaming streams and falls used for bathing, the way to this dam offers the panoramic mountain views and rice fields and is a true delight for travellers.

Thirumalai Kovil

A rustic setting with heartwarming views of villages and swaying coconut plantations, Thirumalai Kovil is one of the most revered Murugan temple set up on a hill in the 15th Century.

Kasi Viswanathar Temple

Sculpted by Parakrama Pandyan in the 14th Century is Kasi viswanathar temple, the tallest shrine in the whole of Tamil Nadu. Touching the height of 54 m, one can easily sight this temple from a distance and can be pulled towards the beauty of the architecture and the grace.

Palaruvi Waterfalls

Nestled at a short distance from Courtallam in Kollam district of Kerala, is the Palaruvi Waterfalls which denotes the meaning "stream of milk". With a height of 91 m, Palaruvi are on no. 32 in the list of highest waterfalls in India.

Kumbhavurutty Waterfalls

A short detour from Courtallam lands you close to the Kumbhavurutty Waterfalls,one of the top tourism places in Kerala. Adding shine to the easter part of Kollam district, this waterfall is essentially a part of the Achankovil river. Other nearby attractions include Palaruvi Waterfalls and Manalar Waterfalls where you can spot wild creatures as well.

Agathiyar Waterfalls

Finding its place on the Western Ghats, these falls are one of the major tourist places in Tirunelveli district of Tamilnadu. Agathiyar Waterfalls, as per the myth is the exact place where Sage Agastya, a worshipper of Lord Shiva got to witness the divine union of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva.

Manjolai Estate Hill Station

Ruling the Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve is the Manjolai Hills settled in the Western Ghats. These are the aromatic tea gardens that spread their warm essence on the Manimuthar dam and waterfalls. This hill station is popularly known for its pleasant weather and the panoramic view it provides overlooking the beauty of nature it is surrounded by.

Karaiyar Dam

Set up in the Mundanthurai Tiger reserve, Karaiyar dam is a perfect spot to enjoy some time if you are on a family vacation or solo travelling. The area around is enveloped in the beauteous hills of the Western Ghats.

Nellaiappar Temple

A delight for worshippers who revere the Supreme Being Shiva, is the Nellaiappar Temple settled in the Tirunelveli district of Tamilnadu. The divine deity is worshipped in the form of a lingam and applauded as Nellaiappar. This temple is also loved by architecture lovers as it is one of the finely built temple built by King Rama Pandian in 7th Century.

Tiruchendur Temple & Beach

Renowned as the only pristine temple set up on the seashore devoted to the divine deity Murugan is Tiruchendur Temple. While most of the Murugan temples are tucked on hills, this temple is one of the top places to visit in Courtallam for being the only settled on the seashore.

Krishnapuram Temple

Home to the Hindu celestial deity, Vishnu, Krishnapuram temple is a simple yet finley built Dravidian style masterpiece which also nurtures Nayaka's style of architecture. Krishnapuram temple believes in the Thenkalai tradition of worshipping the deities and hence 3 annual festivals along with 4 daily rituals are followed here. Out of which Vaikunta Ekadasi, celebrated over the duration of 10 days in December/ January is the best time to witness the beauty of this temple.

Thenmala Eco Tourism Center

Popularly known as the first planned Eco tourism destination of India, is Thenmala sitting close to Courtallam, Tamil nadu. Housing attractions and activities like children's park, adventure park, musical dancing fountain, trekking, boating, butterfly safari, hiking, night camping, the center also has 10 eco-tourism spots. Districts like Pathanamthitta, Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram are enfolded as a part of the center. Moreover, being surrounded by the lush forests, timber is one of the in-demand products in the country along with Thenmala itself being one of the exporters of honey as its called the 'Honey Hills'.

Manimuthar Dam & Waterfalls

Another proud attraction of Tamilnadu, Manimuthar dam is the biggest reservoir that belongs to the district of Tirunelveli. The main purpose of building this dam in the year 1958 was to not let Bay of Bengal get hampered by the rainwater during monsoon. Stretching over 3 kms, the dam successfully irrigated areas over 65000 acres covering the northern part of Tirunelveli. Manimuthar Waterfalls on the other hand are formed from the Manimuthar river that finds its origin in the Western Ghats. Aromatic tea plantations spread their charm on the travellers who visit the waterfalls and dam,adding another reason to pay a visit here.

Where to Stay in Courtallam?

This beauteous destination as a whole is home to a number of accommodation options that might suit your budget. Whether luxury is your preference or pocket friendly, Courtallam has a number of budget hotels, resorts and lodges for you to choose from. Moreover, if you want to explore more options, then Tenkasi is your go to destination.

How to Reach Courtallam?

The best way to reach the rejuvenating natural spa of South India is to either travel by road where buses are available from major cities of Tenkasi and Sengottai or by train.

The Tuticorin Airport is the nearest airport to Courtallam, situated 110 kms away from where one can get a cab to reach the destination.

Deboard at Tenkasi or Sengottai railway station as they are located around 6kms and 10 kms away respectively from Courtallam. From where you can take an auto, bus or van to reach Courtallam.

Courtallam majorly has easy access to the nearby tourist destinations of Tenkasi and Sengottai.One can easily get buses from Courtallam in the tourist season that run from Tirunelveli, a city in Tamil Nadu to Sengottai.As for the rest of the months, the buses follow the route from Ilanji to reach Sengottai.

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Set in the midst of a Panchayat town in the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, the Courtallam falls are renowned in the state for its enormity as well as ferocity. At an elevation of 160 metres (520 feet), the cascade towers above its green surroundings and magnificent hillside.

A scene from the award-winning 1992 Hindi movie 'Roja' was filmed here, along with several other South Indian movies, and the waterfall has continued to grow in its popularity as a tourist attraction since then. Various facilities have been set up in the area for catering to travellers, including food stalls and commercial merchandise distinctive to the region. 

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Kuttralam Main Falls

Kuttralam main falls / courtallam main falls – the spa of south india.

Kuttralam situated in Tenkasi District is popularly called the “Spa of South India”. The beauty of this exotic location is enriched by thundering waterfalls, vast stretch of greenery and pristine surroundings. Kutralam is adorned with ancient temples and many other places of interest. Also known as the herbal hill, water flowing from the magnificent waterfalls is said to have medicinal values owing to which many health resorts and clinics have come up in and around the town. Several perennial rivers such as Thamirabarani River, Chittar River, Manimuthar River and Pachaiyar River originate is this region of Tirunelveli.

Courtallam Location

Courtallam/Kuttralam is a panchayat town situated at an elevation of 160 metres on the Western Ghats in Tenkasi District of Tamil Nadu.

Reference to the Literature

The word Kutralam is derived from the word “Kuru aal” meaning dwarf banyan trees. The region came to be known as Kutralam as the forests of this area were full of dwarf banyan trees. The famous poet Thiurkudarasappa Kavirayar glorifies the beauty and magnificence of this quaint town located near Thenkasi in the South of Tamil Nadu. It also finds a place in Sangam Literature, where its beauty is compared to the beauty of a woman.

Major Waterfalls in Kuttralam

There are nine major waterfalls in Kutralam. People from across the country visit this place to soak in the essence of herbs and rejuvenate in the waters of Kutralam falls.

Courtallam Main Falls (Peraruvi)

One of the prime attractions, Peraruvi is the biggest among the nine falls. At Kuttralam Main Falls, waterfalls from a height of 60 metres and slows down due to a natural crater named Pongumakadal (19 metres deep). The water flows through rocks with sculptors of Shiva Lingams and various other Gods. This aspect along with the healing properties that the water possesses, makes a bath in the falls a truly divine and refreshing experience. It is also normal practice to comfort oneself with a body massage after the bath. During peak season, the falls become crowded and tourists line up in queues for a bath. The huge falls can accommodate around 300 people simultaneously.

Small Falls (Chitraruvi)

Chitraruvi is a small falls lying adjacent to the kuttralam main falls. A walk up the hill from Chitraruvi leads to other falls like Shenbaga Devi and Thenaruvi. Tourists can have a milder shower here as the water flow is very thin. There are facilities for men and women to bathe separately.

Shenbagadevi Falls

Trekking through the Chitaruvi Forest for a distance of 2.5 kilometres and at a height of 40 feet above the Chitaruvi Falls is the Shenbagadevi Falls. The water at Shenbagadevi Falls flows through Shenbaga trees. There is a temple here dedicated to Shenbagadevi Amman. During full moon days, a throng of pilgrims visit this temple.

Thenaruvi (Honey Falls)

Thenaruvi is at a distance of 3 kilometres from the main falls. It is 40 metres high falls cascading between two large stones. The Falls gets its name from the honeycombs found on the hills. The horseshoe-shaped waterfall is at the end of a trail that find its way through dense woods and steep mountain paths. The trek is risky and so the place is restricted for public.

Aintharuvi (Five Falls) in Kuttralam

Yet another popular spot in Kutralam, Aintharuvi is located at 4 kilometres from Kutralam town. As the name suggests, the falls cascades down through five separate sections to become one stream is it flows downhill. Of the five sections, two are allotted to women and three for men to bathe. Tourists can also visit the Eco Park and boat house around the area apart from several popular nearby temples.

Pazhathotta Aruvi (Orchard Falls)

Found above the Aintharivu, flowing from the orchard above and surrounded by picturesque aura is the Pazhathotta Aruvi. It is also referred to as the VIP Falls as entry was permitted only to politicians and bureaucrats. However, entry is now restricted to everyone.

Pazhaya Courtalla Aruvi (Old Courtallam Falls)

At a distance of around 6 kilometres from the Main Falls is the Pazhaya Courtalla Aruvi also called as Shivamathungai Falls. The Falls were made suitable for bathing by changing the course of water which originally flowed into a valley formed between two large rocks. Steps have been cut into the rocks to make it safe for bathing under this Falls which flows down from a height of 200 metres. There are separate areas for men and women to have a bath along with oil massages.

Puli Aruvi (Tiger Falls)

Puli Aruvi gets its name from the fact that it was a watering hole for tigers in the past. It is a mild waterfall formed on private property, around 2 kilometres from the Courtallam bus stand. The water flowing down accumulates in a lake and then is streamed along canals for irrigation. Sastha Temple, a bathing Ghat and an old palace which now is private property is found near the Falls.

The Private Falls

There is another small falls found above the Five Falls inside the Government Horticulture park, but it is not open to public. The Main Falls, Five Falls and Courtallam Falls can be reached by road, however, Shenbaga Waterfalls and Honey Falls can be reached only on foot by mountain trekking.

Places to Visit in Kuttralam

Some of the other places of interest that could be visited near Kutralam are:

• Palaruvi (Milk Falls) – It lies at the Tamil Nadu – Kerala border at the mountain pass named Aryankavu.
• Gundaru Aruvi – Located at a distance of 10 kilometres from Kutralam, near Sengottai. Traveling 2 kilometres inward from the Gundaru Dam will take you to Gundaru Aruvi.
• Kannupuli Mettu – Located at a distance of 5 kilometres to the west Sengottai Taluk Office at the top of Gundaru Reservoir.
• Recreational Spots – Children’s Park, Aquarium and Snake park near Main Falls, Eco Park near Five Falls, Therkumalai Estate, around one hour travel from Honey Falls, Boat Houses near Five Falls and Old Courtallam Falls, Gundam Dam & Reservoir near Senkottai.
• Major Pilgrimage Centre – The Chitra Sabha at Kutralam is one of the five sabhas where Lord Nataraja (a form of Lord Shiva) is said to have performed his divine dance. The historical paintings and other religious events are very significant here. The Kutralanathar Temple near to the Main Falls is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is around 2000 years old and Tamil inscriptions of Chola and Pandyan periods can be found here.
• Thirukutralanathar Temple
• Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Tenkasi (6 kms from Kutralam)
• Thirumalai Temple, Panpoli (8 kms from Kutralam)
• Kumaran Temple, Ilanji (3 kms from Kutralam)
• Dakshinamoorthy Temple, Puliyarai (12 kms from Kutralam)
• Ulagaambigai & Lord Shiva Temple, Papanasam (35 kms to the Southeast of Kutralam)
• Ariyankavau Ayappan Temple (35 kms to the Northwest of Kutralam)
• Sri Siddheswari Peetham, Courtallam
• Papanasam River at a distance of 35 kms from Kutralam
• The Banatheertham Falls and Agasthiyar Falls near Papanasam
• Lower Papanasam Dam, Kaaraiyar Dam, Servalar Dam and Manimuthar Dam near Papanasam
• Kallakaddu – Mundanthurai Tiger Sanctuary near Papanasam
• Kumbavuruti Aruvi – Located at a distance of 32 kms from kutralam, on the way to Achan Koil in Kerala.

Unique Attributes of Kuttralam

• Flora & Fauna – Apart from the rare herbs, Kutralam is rich with diverse flora and fauna found around the place. Around 2000 varieties of flowers and plants have been identified in the hills at Kutralam.
• Tourists savor in the fresh and hot Halwa prepared and sold at shops on the way to Kuttralam Main Falls.
• The aromatic masala milk sold usually in the evenings is very popular among the tourists.
• The towel made up of thin fiber and pure organic cotton, called the Aruvi Thundu, is a unique accessory that dries up very quickly and is very useful for having a bath in various falls. Tourists can get it in the nearby textile shops.
• The famous Border Kadai is at a distance of just 5 minutes from Kutralam. It is well known for its parottas and non-vegetarian cuisine.
• Tourists looking out for an elegant meal can drop at Vinayaga Dosa Kadai, located at Melagaram on the road from Thenkasi to Kutralam. One can relish the several varieties of Dosa available here.
• Courtallam encompasses hotels, lodges, and resorts according to the budget.

Ideal time to visit Kuttralam

Best time to visit would be from June to December from the onset of South West Monsoons. If due to heavy rains the falls get flooded, people would not be allowed to take bath in the falls.

How to reach Kuttralam

Senkottai is the nearest bus stand. Frequent buses ply to Courtallam. The nearest railway hub is at Thenkasi (5kms) and the nearest airport is Tuticorin Airport and Trivandrum International Airport.

Other Tourist Attractions in Kuttralam:

• Chitra Sabai Sivan Temple – Kuttralam

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Courtallam is situated at the Western Ghats in Tenkasi District. The famous waterfalls on rocks and tiny droplets are sprinkled in the air. The water falls of Courtallam have medicinal value as they run through forest and herbs before their decent. The Courtallam is called as ‘Spa’ of South India.

There are Seven different falls of Courtallam Details given below:

• Small Falls (Citharuvi)
• Five Falls (Iyentharuvi)
• Tiger Falls (Puliyaruvi)
• Old Courtallam Falls (Palaiya Courtallam)
• SenbahaDevi Falls (Senbakadavi)
• Honey Falls (Theanaruvi)

Peraruvi (main falls) 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. In Chitraruvi (small falls), the flow is thin. Here naturally separate places for men and women are there to bathe. At Shenbagadevi falls, the water flows through shenbaga (Michaelia champak) trees. There is also a temple there, dedicated to Shenbagadevi Amman. Shenbagadevi leads to Chitraruvi. About 3 km from this is Thenaruvi (honey falls), 40m high and cascading between two large stones. In places where there is no water, one sees big honeycombs. Thenaruvi is very dangerous and it is restricted for public. But it is very common to see people visiting and bathing in Thenaruvi. Aintharuvi (five falls) has five separate cascades of water form this waterfalls. From the orchard above flows Pazhathotta Aruvi, the ‘VIP falls’. Only VIP’s are allowed in Pazhathotta Aruvi.

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How to Reach:

Nearest Air port Vagaikulam of Thoothukudi District (120 KMS)

About 15 kms by road from Tenkasi railway station

Plenty of Bus Services are available from Tirunelveli to Tenkasi and there after to Courtalam

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Ecotourism a way to emergent courtallam

Ecotourism aspires in all cases to achieve sustainable development results. However, it is important to clarify that all tourism activities – be they geared to holidays, business conferences, congresses or fairs, health, adventure or ecotourism – should aim to be sustainable. This means that the planning and development of tourism infrastructure, its subsequent operation and also its marketing should focus on environmental, social, cultural and economic sustainability criteria. This concept should be followed in courtalam where more than 30,000 to 40,000 tourists visit per day in the month of June to September. As well as more than 200000 Iyappan devotes take bath in the month of December & January.

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About Courtallam

During the commencement of south-west monsoon in Kerala terrain the first showers will be in and around Courtallam within a radius of 3-4 kms approximately. It continues to shower during the season, which will be from June-September every year. Several lakhs of people of different faith from all over the world visits Courtallam during this period. Among this sick people, mentally retarded, chronic patients with incorrigible diseases besides hale and healthy people also visit and enjoy the showers of Courtallam. Courtallam is recognised as summer resort for middle class people. Showers will be profuse during the south-west and north-east monsoons.

Courtallam, although a very small town, is packed with tourists during weekends and season-time. The local economy is almost entirely driven solely on tourism. There are numerous lodges and hotels in Courtallam, but they are virtually empty when the waterfalls dry up and the weather is too hot. It is at this off-season time, after a monsoon shower, undeniably the best time to visit Courtallam. The peak season when most tourists flock from around Tamil Nadu and Kerala, is between June and September. The weather then is usually pleasant with gentle cool breeze and the occasional drizzle. During peak season, the crowds can become unmanageable in the waterfalls, and the police retort to violent methods to minimize any disruption to the tourist industry. Courtallam does not have any luxury accommodation although there are a few hotels of three star category.

The Water of Courtallam has lot of herbal values. The herbal values in Courtallam reduces hypertensions and gives relaxation to the mind. Its believed that helps to resolve psychological disorder.

Local population is very thin and negligible. Several people from rich & middle class people have established there own building as guest houses according to their style and requirements to enjoy there seasonal stay.

Apart from Sri Siddheswari Peetham, the main attraction of Courtallam for all its visitors are the waterfalls. There are three major waterfalls in Courtallam- the Tiger Falls , the Main Falls and the Five Falls . Old Courtallam Falls, further away from the rest, is another attractive, and perhaps the largest amongst the Courtallam falls. Other attractions include a snake park, a public aquarium, small children’s parks and play areas. Most of them are badly maintained.

There are national and international pilgrimages like Meenakshi temple at Madurai, Kanyakumari, Rameshwaram, Thiruchendur, Trivandrum, Sabarimalai are within close proximity to Courtallam.

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