Thursday, January 28, 2010

Palaruvi waterfalls at kerala


The famous Palaruvi waterfalls is located at about 75 km from Kollam on the Kollam - Shencottah road in Kerala.The term Palaruvi – literally meaning ”stream of milk” in Malayalam - is one of Keralas most picturesque waterfalls, cascading down a height of 300 feet. It is a favourite picnic spot for visitors from all over south India.The journey to Palaruvi waterfall through the dense tropical forest is a spellbinding experience.

Scenic Surroundings
The mist-clad blue hills and green valleys surrounding Palaruvi waterfalls form a stunning backdrop to the milk-white burst of foam whose muffled roar resounds through the otherwise tranquil virgin forest around Palaruvi waterfall in Kollam.The nearest railway station to Palaruvi waterfall is Kollam,at a distance of about 75 km.The nearest airport to Palaruvi waterfall is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, located at about 72 km from Kollam town.