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Sight Address : Aruvikkuzhi waterfalls are located in Kottayam district around 2 kms from Kumarakom. Edit
Detail InformationEdit
Aruvikkuzhi Waterfalls is a beautiful picnic spot and the water cascades down the mountains from a height of 100 feet. The waterfall is very picturesque as it comes down the wooden landscape with numerous little streams making noise that makes the place must watch. Aruvikkuzhi is surrounded by dense rubber plantation which adds beauty to the place. Many tourist and locals come here to spend time in the lap of nature and relax in its serenity. The calm and fresh air rejuvenate the body and soul. The view of the waterfall is very soothing to eyes and the fresh air that prevails there will keep you energetic all time. Tourist can relax under the shade of rubber tree. Kumarakom where it is located is the beautiful and fascinating of Kerala which attracts tourist all around the year. Pathiramanal also known as Sands of Midnight is located nearby the fall which is spread over 10 acres area and is beautiful place for nature lovers where one can spot various exotic birds.
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Must SeeEdit
Attraction
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Best Season to VisitEdit
September to February.
Best Time To VisitEdit
Morning, Afternoon & Evening.
Time Required for SightseeingEdit
1 to 2 hours
Ticket Required : No Edit
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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit
- Llakesong; Ammankari Road, Kumarakom, Kottayam, Kerala, 686563, India. ; Ph/M – 91-481-2526300 ; Food Serve – Multicuisine.
How to ReachEdit
Taxi : Local taxis are also available, though they are considerably more expensive than autorickshaws. There are taxi stands at the District Collectorate, and at the District Hospital.
Bus : There are bus services operating from cities like Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode, Chennai, Bangalore, Mangalore, Coimbatore to Kottayam. Kottayam has a comprehensive local bus system which is inexpensive. Be warned, however, buses can become extremely crowded during rush hour.
Train : Kottayam has a number of long distance trains coming through. The town is linked to most major cities in India by trains, categorized as being either express or non-express. Short-haul trains also pass through Kottayam, connecting it to most cities and towns in Kerala.
Air : The Nearest airport is Cochin International Airport, 90 km to the north.
Others : Autorickshaw – This is another inexpensive way of getting between places in town, and is recommended if you’re weary of travelling by a crowded bus. As is the case, some of the drivers may try to cheat the traveller. Official rates are INR 12 for the first kilometre and INR 6 for every additional kilometre, though the rate increases at night.
Things to CarryEdit
- Carry items such as camera, sunglasses, and plenty of water .
Safety / WarningEdit
HelplineEdit
- Police Control Room, Kottayam : 100/0481-5550400
- Dhanwandhari Service Society Gandhinagar : 0481-2598935
- Kottayam Fire Station : 101/0481-2567444 Mobile Ambulance : 108
- Women Helpline : 1091