Rat Tail falls (Thalaiyar falls)
The Rat Tail Falls, located in the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, stands as the state’s tallest waterfall at 947 feet. Recent heavy rainfall has significantly increased its water flow, enhancing its dramatic cascade down the hills.
About Rat Tail falls (Thalaiyar falls):
• Location: Theni District, Tamil Nadu, India.
• Height: Stands at 297 meters (974 feet), making it the tallest waterfall in Tamil Nadu, the sixth highest in India, and the 267th highest globally.
• Water source: The falls form part of the Manjalar River, a tributary of the Vaigai River.
• Visibility: The waterfall can be seen from the Dum Dum Rock viewpoint on the Batalugundu-Kodaikanal Ghat Road, located about 3.6 km away.
• Scenic view: It is recognized for its unique appearance as a long, thin strip of water cascading down a black rock cliff, especially noticeable on clear days.
The Rat Tail Falls, located in the Dindigul district of Tamil Nadu, stands as the state’s tallest waterfall at 947 feet. Recent heavy rainfall has significantly increased its water flow, enhancing its dramatic cascade down the hills.
About Rat Tail falls (Thalaiyar falls):
• Location: Theni District, Tamil Nadu, India.
• Height: Stands at 297 meters (974 feet), making it the tallest waterfall in Tamil Nadu, the sixth highest in India, and the 267th highest globally.
• Water source: The falls form part of the Manjalar River, a tributary of the Vaigai River.
• Visibility: The waterfall can be seen from the Dum Dum Rock viewpoint on the Batalugundu-Kodaikanal Ghat Road, located about 3.6 km away.
• Scenic view: It is recognized for its unique appearance as a long, thin strip of water cascading down a black rock cliff, especially noticeable on clear days.