Barachukki: The spectacular
Barachukki Falls are on the eastern branch of the Cauvery River and
located just over an hour’s drive from Bangalore. A visit to these
falls, along with one to the forceful Gaganachukki nearby, make for a
refreshing day-trip.
Gaganachukki: Located in Mandya
district of Karnataka, Gaganachukki (the name means “Fallen from the
Sky”), and its twin Barachukki (next photo), are just over an hour’s
journey from Bangalore. These falls are formed by the Cauvery River.
Iruppu Falls: These picturesque
waterfalls are situated at the edge of the Brahmagiri range of the
Western Ghats in Karnataka’s Kodagu district, about 50 km from the
district headquarters at Madikeri. They are also known as the Lakshmana
Theertha Falls, a name derived from the Lakshmana Theertha River, a
tributary of the Cauvery River that rises in these hills.
Chunchi Falls: Nestled among the
rocky terrain of Kanakapura in rural Bangalore, these falls formed by
the Arkavati River are less than 90 km by road from the city. A short
off-road trek leads you to face the falls, which are a sight to behold.
Hebbe Falls: A treacherous drive
along rough terrain inside a private coffee estate in Kemmanagundi – a
famous hill station of the region – leads you to Hebbe Falls. The
cascade plunges over 500 feet in two stages of varying sizes, aptly
named Dodda Hebbe and Chikka Hebbe. The water from the falls drains into
the Bhadra River.
Jog Falls: One of the most
spectacular waterfalls in India and India’s second-highest, Jog Falls
needs no introduction. Formed by the Sharavathi River in Shimoga
district of Karnataka, it falls from a height of over 900 feet and has
four branches named Raja, Roarer, Rocket and Rani.
Sathodi Falls: About 50 km the
town of Yellapur in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, the Sathodi
Falls are a tributary of the Kali River. Plunging nearly 50 feet, it is
fed by numerous streams and eventually drains into the Kali. The
challenging terrain of its location, together with lush forests infested
with leeches, makes access to this waterfall difficult. Nonetheless, it
is a view to be enjoyed.
Magod Falls: Magod Falls is
located in Sirsi, Uttara Kannada district, about 80 km from the district
headquarters at Karwar and about 20 km from the town of Yellapur, which
is the nearest railway station. Formed by the Bedti River, it falls in
two steps and plunges nearly 650 feet.
Unchalli Falls: Discovered by J D
Lushington, a District Collector for the British government in India,
these magnificent waterfalls in Uttara Kannada district are formed by
the Aghanashini River. Also known as Lushington Falls, it plunges about
450 feet. The loud roar from the cascade tumbling into the narrow creek
is an experience to remember. The nearest railhead is Sirsi town.
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