Monkey Falls

Monkey Falls
Monkey Falls
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Monkey Falls
Location Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Upper Aliyar, Tamil Nadu

Monkey Falls are natural waterfalls located near the uphill ghat road Valparai on the Pollachi-Valparai road in the Anaimalai Hills range, in Coimbatore district.[1]

Getting there

An interesting trek route at the Monkey Falls; a linear stretch of evergreen forests surrounded by rocky cliffs, is available and regular guided treks are conducted during favourable season. Prior request should be given to the Tamil Nadu Forest Department headquarters at Pollachi before a fortnight.[1]

The Monkey falls is an excellent roadside stop situated 65 kilometers (40 mi) from Coimbatore and 29 kilometers (18 mi) from Pollachi on the Coimbatore - Pollachi - Valparai main road. Monkey Falls is a famous and popular tourism spot. People traveling in the area of Coimbatore or Pollachi will want to visit Monkey falls as it is an outstanding scenic attraction. Monkey falls is an ideal place for little children and adults to take a bath. Ticket fee is Rs 15 to enter inside the falls vicinity.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c TN Forest Department
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