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Palaruvi Falls
Palaruvi Falls
Palaruvi Falls are located around 35 kms from Punalur in the Kollam
District of Kerala. The Falls are located in a place which is called the
Gateway of Backwaters of Kerala. Palaruvi means Stream of Milk. Cascading at
a height of 300 feet, the Palaruvi Falls are an attraction of themselves.
These 300 ft high falls are like white thin threads of water. The falls
water collects in a small pond below. From the pond the water flows out in
various directions. The water of the fall are considered to have medicinal
properties, so many of the Ayurvedic Doctors of Quilon suggest a water bath
in the Palaruvi Falls. The water coming out of the pond goes in the
direction of the Forest which is not very far away from the Palaruvi Falls.
Situated 75 kms from Kollam Town on Kollam-Shencottai road, the area around
the Palaruvi Falls was once the retreat Centre of Maharajah of Travancore.
The remnants of the past can be seen in the form of Mandapas which lie
around the Palaruvi Falls. There is also a horse stable. Covered with dense
forests, the scenic beauty of the Palarui Falls is astounding.
Besides bathing, trekking is the main activity around Palaruvi Falls. There
are two trekking paths to the Falls. The first one begins from Palaruvi
Falls and cover the area of 5kms. Beginning as early as 7 am it ends in the
afternoon at around 3 o clock. The route from and to the falls covers caves,
forest and small streams. The second trekking path covers fall, crossing
streams, forest and endangered Chenkurinji (Gluta travancorica) to the
borders of Tamilnadu. This Trek known as the Kurishumala Trekking begins at
7am and ends by 11 am.
Fast Facts
- Distance - Approx 04
kms from Aryankavu and 75 kms from Kollam
- Nearest Medical Help
- Quilon, Kollam
- Nearest Human Vegetation
- Quilon – Kollam
- Best Time- June to
October
- District - Kerala
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Kettuvulumns and Backwaters
Kerala is known to the world for its Houseboats called Kettuvulumns and
the backwaters on which these float. Quilon is the gateway of backwaters
of Kerala and so is the best place to begun the journey. Affordable and
customised as per requirement, these are the best things or the Must Dos
of Kerala. It is something which cannot be left aside. Enjoy the Typical
Village Life of South India as you float through the waters with the
best Cuisine, Chef, Drawing Room and Air Conditioned rooms on Board.
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Senduruney Wildlife Sanctuary
Butterfly Operated vans take you around the Wildlife Sanctuary located
in the Western Ghats. Boating can be done here except on monday.
Adventures like rock climbing, rappelling, river – crossing,
elevated walk aways mountain – biking
can be done in this Wildlife sacnctuary which is unique to Senduruney
Wildlife Sanctuary. For the night stays here Rs 2000/ - is charged per
head which is inclusive of everything. For further details, contact us.
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» Around Palaruvi Falls :
Ashtamudi Backwaters : A sunset cruise of 3 hours, a 4 hrs
cruise which maps in Munore Island, tributary canals, a 12 hour ride in
one of the Kettuvulumns (House Boats), are some of the attractions of
Asthamudi Backwaters.
Alumkadavu : The place where Kettuvulumns or the House boats of
Kerala are made. The process of making of these Kettuvulumns is
interesting to see as the mix of cashew and fish oil is applied to the
coating of the walls of the boats. It takes 7-8 months to complete a
boat.
Thenmala : Located 73kms east of Kollam town, it houses the
Senduruney Wildlife Sanctuary . In the Thenmala Forest rubber and tea
plantation is done.
Our Suggestions
- The nearest Airport is Thiruvananthpuram ( 95 kms) and the railway
station is Kollam and Aryankavu. The train to Kollam and Aryankavu can
be catched from Thiruvananthpuram. Palaruvi is 4 kms from Aryankavu.
- There are good rest houses, both and private in Kollam and
Aryankavu. However its better to get the Hotels booked in Kollam
rather than in Aryankavu if you want to see some beautiful places
around. Kollam being the gateway of Backwaters, it can also be a place
for Backwater Excursion.
- Palaruvi Waterfalls are also one of the best places for trekking.
Go on for a trek as its only five to six hours of trek maximum. The
greenery, forest and the surrounding environment makes the place
better for trekking. Its one of the best adventures around.
- The nearest tourism place to Kollam is Periyar. From Kollam one
can go to Periyar and see the
Periyar
Wildlife Sanctuary there.
- Palaruvi is also known for the
Ayurvedic Healing
Therapies Packages. Go for some of the famous therapies which
are meant for rejuvenation for body and mind.
- For Tours and further information, contact us.
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