• Holiday Plans 2023: This New Year visit these breath-taking 5 beautiful waterfalls in India

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    Holiday Plans 2023: This New Year visit these breath-taking 5 beautiful waterfalls in India

    Wind down on your 2023 vacation by visiting waterfalls located in India. Here are five beautiful waterfalls to add to your bucket list...


    Digital Desk: May this New Year 2023 bring you a lot of adventure and a fun time. Pack your bags this holiday to relax and enjoy, refresh, and get away from the humdrum affairs of city life to absorb the vastness of nature.


    We present five waterfalls that you may add to your holiday trip list for next year and plan a trip to help you de-stress; Have a look at these mesmerizing and Maverick places:


    1| Dudhsagar Falls located in Goa


    Dudhsagar Falls, located on the Mandovi River in Goa, is one of India's tallest waterfalls. This magnificent four-tiered waterfall is breathtaking. Dudhsagar means "Milk Sea," and it was called after a legendary fable about a prince and a princess. Water falls from a great height, creating the appearance of milk foam at the bottom. It is a popular tourist destination, and the ideal months to visit are November to February. 




    Travel Route: Fly to Panaji, Goa, and then take a road journey to Dudhsagar, which is 60 kilometres distant.


    2| Elephant Falls located in Shillong


    Elephant Falls, often known as the Scotland of the East, is located on the outskirts of Shillong. It is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in India and can be visited throughout the year, however, it is busiest during the summer. 




    Travel Route: Because it is only 12 kilometres from Shillong, you can take a road trip from the airport.


    3| Nohkalikai Falls located in Cherrapunji


    Nohkalikai Falls in Cherrapunji, Meghalaya, is an awesome winter adventure. As per Khasi mythology, this is the location where a woman named Likai jumped and committed suicide after losing her kid. Nohkalikai is the name given to this waterfall in the native Khasi language, which translates to 'the jump of Likai'. November through February is the finest time to enjoy this natural wonder. 




    Travel Route: Nohkalikai Falls is 12 kilometres from Guwahati airport, which can be reached through NH-40.


    4| Athirappilly Waterfalls in Kerala


    Athirappilly Waterfalls in Kerala are the state's largest falls. It is home to a variety of species, including the Great Indian Hornbill, Cochin Forest Cane Turtle, and Nilgiri Langur. The Athirapilly Waterfalls are often known as India's Niagara. 




    Travel Route: From Kochi International Airport, take the route to Athirappilly. You can also take a bus from the 30 km away Chalakudi Railway station.


    5| Hogenakkal Waterfalls located in Tamil Nadu


    Hogenakkal means "burning rocks" because the water cascades 66 feet down over the rocks, creating the illusion that it is releasing smoke. This waterfall is ideal for unwinding and de-stressing. It is surrounded by thick vegetation. Boat rides might also satisfy your inner adventurer. 




    Travel Route: The nearest airport to Hogenakkal Waterfalls is Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. The place is a 4-hour trip from there.