Snuggled cosily in the Western Ghats, are the gurgling waterfalls of
Thusharagiri. Meaning the snow capped mountains; Thushargiri exhibits a
unique kinship between the land and water.
The
three waterfalls on the backdrop of the Western Ghats provide an
exhilarating and spellbinding sight to the visitor.
The best roar of the waterfalls can be enjoyed from September to
November. The waterfall with its gentle spray is sure to soothe every
eye. The cascading waters of the waterfall slides past with surfy
smiles.
Two streams originating from the Western Ghats meet here to form the
Chalippuzha River. The river diverges into three waterfalls creating a
snowy spray, which gives the name, 'Thusharagiri'.
Of the three, the highest waterfall is the Thenpara that falls from an
altitude of 75 metres. Situated at Kodencherry in Kozhikode district,
the plantation destination that abounds in rubber, arecanut, pepper,
ginger and spices is also a trekker's delight.
Trekker's start early morning from the second waterfalls at the hills
and climb up through the pristine dense evergreen forests teeming with
exotic birds and animals to reach Vythiri and Waynad district by
evening. There is a dam located around 45 km from Calicut.
The place offers challenging trekking and rock-climbing through river
path and numerous waterfalls. There is another dam at 60 km from
Calicut. It is a place of beauty, calm, and serenity. The place has a
crocodile farm run by the state forest department. |