Kalhatti Falls - ಕಲ್ಹತ್ತಿ ಫಾಲ್ಸ್
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Kalhatti Falls is also widely known as Kalahsti Falls. The origin of the waterfall is steeped in myths and legends. The picturesque Kalhatti Falls in Karnataka is located in Kallattipura, Chikmagalur District. The Kemmangundi hill station is at a distance of kilometers from Kalhatti Falls. Apart from the beautiful falls the adjacent forest area is also well known for its natural beauty and adventure sports.
About 10 km from Kemmangundi, Kalhatti Falls is mesmerizing offering an excellent view of the cascading water from the Chandra Drona Hill from 45m above in front of the Veerabhadreshwara Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Kalhatti Falls , Karnataka According to legends the great sage, Agastya, dwelled here. Another legend is related to Lord Veerbhadra. The residing deity in this cave temple is Lord Shiva. The entrance of the temple is adorned with three elephants. The devotees believe that the water of Kalhatti Falls has the power to heal. Hence the area adjacent to this waterfall in Karnataka is also a famous pilgrimage center.
Falling from a height of 403 feet from atop the mountains Kalhatti waterfall presents a fascinating view. The pristine whiteness of the falling water is excellently complemented by the greenery around it. Trekkers from the forest also drop in at Kalhatti Falls in Karnataka to admire its charm.
The Mudumalai forest, the Bandipur forest, and plenty of cardamom trees can be found all in the same general area as Kalhatti Falls. It is also possible to experience some of India’s exotic wildlife in the area of the falls. Bear, tigers, elephants, and monkeys can all be seen in that region.
About 10 km from Kemmangundi, Kalhatti Falls is mesmerizing offering an excellent view of the cascading water from the Chandra Drona Hill from 45m above in front of the Veerabhadreshwara Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Kalhatti Falls , Karnataka According to legends the great sage, Agastya, dwelled here. Another legend is related to Lord Veerbhadra. The residing deity in this cave temple is Lord Shiva. The entrance of the temple is adorned with three elephants. The devotees believe that the water of Kalhatti Falls has the power to heal. Hence the area adjacent to this waterfall in Karnataka is also a famous pilgrimage center.
Falling from a height of 403 feet from atop the mountains Kalhatti waterfall presents a fascinating view. The pristine whiteness of the falling water is excellently complemented by the greenery around it. Trekkers from the forest also drop in at Kalhatti Falls in Karnataka to admire its charm.
The Mudumalai forest, the Bandipur forest, and plenty of cardamom trees can be found all in the same general area as Kalhatti Falls. It is also possible to experience some of India’s exotic wildlife in the area of the falls. Bear, tigers, elephants, and monkeys can all be seen in that region.
Kalhatti Falls
ChikmagalurKallattipura
Pincode - 577117
Karnataka
 Photo by : Hitesh Shah in Flickr |
 Photo by : Hitesh Shah in Flickr |
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 Photo by : Hitesh Shah in Flickr |
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