For someone seeking tranquility, away from the hustle and bustle of the fast paced city life, a waterfall excursion can perfectly play the role of a soul soother. Couple that with the fact that monsoon is in its nascent stages and waterfall trips turn into one the best weekend getaway. Here is a list of the top 5 waterfalls in India you just visit this monsoon:
1.Jog Falls, Shimoga, Karnataka
Karnataka is popularly known as the'State of Waterfalls' in India. With a large number of waterfalls bedecking the state, the Jog waterfall is unanimously accepted to be the most beautiful of them all. It holds the rank of being the second highest waterfall of our country. The water plunges downwards from a height of 253 meters and make for a sight to behold when coupled with incessant rainfall
How to get there: You can fly to Mangalore airport and complete the remaining journey by road
2. Dudhsagar Falls, Goa
Goa might be famous for beaches and rave parties, but it would be criminal of a tourist to skip a visit to Dudhsagar Falls on a Goa trip. Etymologically, Dudhsagar means an'ocean of milk' and the sight of watching water plummeting down from a height of 310 absolutely does justice to its meaning.
How to get there: Fly straight to Goa airport and hit the road to reach Dudhsagar
3. Athirappilly Falls
Athirappilly Fall is widely regarded as the "Niagra Fall" of India because of its sheer beauty and the rich flora and fauna that complement it. The waterfall is famous among trekkers who come there to satiate their thrill of adventure and admire the wildlife
How to get there: Fly to Kochi airport and take the available mean of transport
4. Chitrakoot Falls, Jagdalpur
Located on the banks of the Indravati river, Chitrakoot fall is the widest waterfall in India. The fall is surrounded by many resorts, camping sites, picnic spots and always bustling with travellers.
How to get there: Take a flight to Ranchi airport and hit the road to reach Jagdalpur
5. Shivasamudram Falls, Karnataka
The state of waterfalls is home to an array of majestic waterfalls and Shivasamudram fall comes second in place after the Jog waterfall when it comes to attracting tourists. During monsoon, the density of waterbed of the fall reaches a year-high as almost 19 million liters of water is discharged every second from the fall.
How to get there: You can fly to Bangalore airport from your city
