Which of the following is the 6th highest waterfall in India?

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  1. Courtallam Falls
  2. Agaya Gangai
  3. Suruli Falls
  4. Thalaiyar Falls

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Option 4 : Thalaiyar Falls
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Correct Answer Thalaiyar Falls

Key Points:

The Thalaiyar Falls is the 6th highest waterfall in India.

  • Thalaiyar Falls also known as Rat Tail Falls is located in the Devadanapatti Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu.
  • It is 975 ft (297 m) tall and is the highest waterfall in Tamil Nadu.
  • It is the 267th highest waterfall in the world.

Additional Information:

Courtallam Falls:-

  • Courtallam is situated at the Western Ghats in Tenkasi District. 
  • The famous waterfalls on rocks and tiny droplets are sprinkled in the air. 
  • The water falls of Courtallam have medicinal value as they run through forest and herbs before their decent.
  • The Courtallam is called as ‘Spa’ of South India.

Agaya Gangai:-

  • Agaya Gangai waterfalls are located in Kolli Hills of the Eastern Ghats, in India.

Suruli Falls:

  • Suruli falls is one of the famous falls in Tamilnadu, known for its peerless beauty.
  • This falls is situated near Theni district and is visited by many tourists every year. 
  • This falls is a two-step falls, first section falling from the height of 150 feet.
  • It flows down as a small pool, later cascading at the height of 40 feet
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