Situated in cool climes of Western Ghats, is the highest
waterfall in Asia, located 450km from Bangalore. Trains run at
regular intervals from Bangalore that will lead you to this
magnificent gift of nature. The falls are situated in wide expanse
of wild and bewitching surroundings.
River Sharavati falls from a height of 292m, making shafts of
waterfall atop the hill, forming a glorious waterfall. The river
forms four different tracks that are named 'Raja' (highest with
height of 250m), 'Rani', 'Roarer' and 'Rocket' which are named aptly
by the majesty they display.
Even when the water is little less, you can reach the deepest time
and enjoy the music of the nature with chirping birds and echo of
the flowing water. It is also called Jeruppe Fall and is a must
visit place in Bangalore.
On the Sharavati River, before the falls, is the Linganamakki Dam
that is a major source of Hydroelectricity in Karnataka. On the
second Sunday of the month, water is released from the dam to the
falls from 10 am to 6 pm.
Places of Interest
Abbey Falls:
Amidst of lush green coffee plantation and is located at about 10km
from Madikeri.
Kanoor:
Old fort in the middle of the dense forest.
Brude Fals:
Watch the glorious waterfall and feel the mist rushing towards
them.
Accessibility
Trains run at regular intervals from Bangalore. Tourist buses are
also a good means to reach Jog Falls.
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