Kutralam (Courtallam)

"The Land of Majestic Waterfalls"

Kutralam (Courtallam) Tourism

Courtallam, also known as Kutralam, is a perfect getaway from
Tenkasi and Tirunelveli. A small town bordering Kollam District,
Courtallam is famous for its waterfalls on the Western Ghats. With
captivating panoramic vistas, the township is popularly renowned
as 'Spa of South'. It has nine waterfalls in the region that add a
charm to its exotic beauty. One will also find Kutrallam adorned
with ancient temples reflecting the age-old legends attached to
them. The town itself like many other cities of India narrates
mythological folklores adding to its mystique.

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About Kutralam (Courtallam)

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One Day Itinerary

Kutrallam is a small town renowned for its beauty and cascading

waterfalls. If you are visiting the town for one day, make sure you
cover as many waterfalls possible. Begin your day early in the
morning with warm breakfast at the hotel. Five fall, Old Falls, Main
Falls, Palaruvi Falls, and Small falls are the list of the main
waterfalls in the city. Apart from that there is also a temple of Lord
Thirukuttralanathar in the area which is not to be missed. However
remember that each waterfall opens at 6 in morning and closes by
8 in evening, so plan your trip accordingly. Make sure you capture
the true essence of this town and its natural beauty to savor it later.

Commuting in Kutralam (Courtallam)

Travelling in the town of Kutrallam is quite easy owing to the
availability of various modes. One will find auto rickshaws at almost
every nook and corner of the town and especially near the famous
tourist spots and waterfalls. These tuk-tuks are very convenient to
move around the area. Other option is of hiring a cab, also quite
common in Kutrallam. For tourist, cabs are recommended as the
best option, as almost all the major attractions in the town have
parking facilities with affordable charges. Lastly, make sure you
plan your trip while keeping in mind the weather condition
prevailing in the region.

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Top 10 places to visit in Kutralam (Courtallam)

1. Shenbaga Falls

Open Time : 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Shenbaga Falls is one of those places which apart from being a
famous tourists spot is also a major place of worship for locals.
Also known as Chembakadevi, this place can be reached easily
from Main Falls via trekking trail.

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 2. Five Falls

Open Time : 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

A sight of pure brilliance, Five Falls is one of the most sought after
destination in Kutrallam, situated around 4 km from the main
town. Visitors are absolutely awe inspired by the sight it presents
with falls splitting into five parts before rushing down at the
Aranvankadu Pass.

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 3. Main Falls

Open Time : 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

One of the prime attractions of all the nine waterfalls, Main Falls
also known as Peraruvi is situated in the town center. It falls from
an altitude of 60m and serves as the biggest of all the falls in the
area.

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 4. Palaruvi Waterfalls

Open Time : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Palaruvi Falls cascading downstream from the height of 300 ft is
one of prime attraction of the area. The name of the falls meaning
'Stream of Milk' in regional language, these present an admiring
sight of stream gushing amid lush green grooves.

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 5. Shopping in Kutrallam

Being a small town, Kutrallam do not offer many options for

shopping. You will not find any big malls or shopping complex in
the area but roadside stalls are pretty fun to shop from and cheap
too.

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 6. Honey Falls

Open Time : 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Situated 4 km from the Main Falls, Honey Falls or Thenaruvi are
quite famous among the locals as well as tourists. The stream
derived its name from the beehives that are formed here during
the dry season on the face of the rock.

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 7. Small falls

Open Time : 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Nestled right above the Main Falls, Small Falls are also quite a
popular tourist spot. The water stream that forms the falls is also
referred to as Chittaruvi and is said to be possessed of medicinal
and therapeutic values.

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 8. Old Falls

Open Time : 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Locally referred to as Pazhaya Courtallam, Old Falls are situated
en-route Tenkasi. Offering a mesmerizing view, the waterfall
cascades down from 200 feet with step crafted out of rock to slow
down the flow.

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 9. Lord Thirukuttralanathar

An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Thirukuttralanathar, a form of

Lord Shiva is one of the prime places of worship in the region.
The inscriptions that are adorned by the temple bring forward the
fact that the temple dates back to Pandya and Chola Kingdoms.

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Top Budget Hotels in Kutralam (Courtallam)

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 8.3 7.5

Green Garden Resort Hotel Kings Palace

2-3-27C, Old Courtallam Road 100, madurai main road,tenkasi
AIYERAPERI PANCHAYAT Tirunelveli district
Starting From ₹ 2,400 Starting From ₹ 750

7.3 7.0

Five Falls Resort Saaral Resort

Five Falls Main Road 42 senkottai main road
Starting From ₹ 500 Starting From ₹ 2,750

6.3

The Kuttalam Heritage Royal Fort Luxury Hotel

Shenkottai Kuttalam Main Road Ilanji P.O NH 744 Kollam-Chengotta Road Hospital
Starting From ₹ 2,450 Junction
Starting From ₹ 2,200

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