PAPANASAM WATERFALLS / AGASTHIYAR WATERFALLS
Papanasam, Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu, India
Located in the Western Ghats, Papanasam Falls is a prominent tourist destination in Tamil Nadu and is usually frequented by devotees of the Papanasanathar Temple. Formed over Thamirabarani River, Papanasam Falls drop down from a height of 120 meters. The river Thamirabarani, which flows from the Western Ghats of the Podhigai Hills, reaches the plains at Papanasam. This is highly revered by the locals both for their immense beauty and religious significance. Papanasam means absolution of sins and it is an important pilgrim center where people take bath in the sacred water to relieve themselves from sins.
Interesting Facts
- Agasthiyar Temple is situated near the falls.
- The place is frequented by animals like Tigers and Panthers, which are frequently spotted in the route from Agasthiyar Falls to Papanasam as both are located close to Kalakkad-Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
June to November
Do's & Dont's
- Dispose all empty bottles, tins, plastic bags etc only in dustbins.
- Do not use detergent, in streams or springs while washing and bathing.
- Do not leave cigarettes butts or make open fires in the forests.
- Do not blare music aloud while passing through the forest areas.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 07:00 AM | 05:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Neelamegapuram Bus Stand |
17.5 KM | 9513508001 |
 Ambasamudram Railway Station |
12 KM | 139 |
 Trivandrum International Airport |
88 KM | 0471-2702600 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Light Food
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Papanasam | 4 KM |
Nearest Temples
SRI KASIVISWANATHA SWAMY TEMPLE
Temple is known as Dakshina Kasi
SRI THIRUKUTRALANATHAR SWAMY TEMPLE
Temple is in the shape of a conch which is odd for a saivaite shrine
SRI NELLAIAPPAR TEMPLE
Largest Shiva temple in Tamil Nadu dating back to 700 AD
SRI SANKARANARAYANA SWAMY TEMPLE
One of the Pancha Bootha Sthalas representing - Prithvi
Nearest Attractions
DamMANIMUTHAR DAM
This is one of the largest dams in Tirunelveli
Hill StationMANJOLAI HILL STATION
Tucked away in Kalakad Mundanthurai tiger Reserve
WildlifeKOONTHAKULAM BIRD SANCTUARY
Largest reserve for breeding water birds in South India
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