kutralam

Kutralam (commonly spelled Courtallam or Kuttraalam), located in the Tenkasi district of Tamil Nadu, is famously known as the "Spa of South India". Situated along the Western Ghats, the town is celebrated for its numerous cascading waterfalls, whose waters are believed to possess rich medicinal and healing properties due to the herbal forests they flow through.
​An overview of Kutralam, its famous waterfalls, and key travel details:
​Major Waterfalls in Kutralam
​Kutralam features a series of distinct waterfalls fed by the Chittar River and surrounding hill ranges:
​Main Falls (Peraruvi):
​The grandest and most popular waterfall, plunging from a height of about 60 meters.
​The impact of the water is broken by a protruding rock, making it safe and ideal for a vigorous bath. It runs close to the historic Kutralanathar Temple.
​Five Falls (Aintharuvi):
​Located about 4 km from the main town, this is where the stream naturally splits into five distinct streams. It is one of the most picturesque and crowded spots for families.
​Old Courtallam Falls (Pazhaya Courtalla Aruvi):
​Situated slightly away from the center, this fall offers a slightly more natural and less congested setting compared to the Main Falls.
​Chitraruvi (Small Falls):
​A smaller, gentler cascade located near the Main Falls, making it safer and preferred for children.
​Tiger Falls (Puli Aruvi):
​An engineered/man-made waterfall where water flows over a structured check-dam. It has a nearby temple and is quite safe.
​Shenbagadevi Falls & Honey Falls (Thenaruvi):
​These require trekking through forested terrain. Shenbagadevi houses an old temple, while Honey Falls is tucked deep inside and often restricted by the forest department for safety reasons.