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Kalhatti Falls of Karnataka is one of the most prominent waterfalls. Kalhatti Falls offer you a breath taking sight which you wont encounter anywhere else. Kalhatti Falls at Karnataka is a perfect retreat for people from the hustle and bustle of the city life. The adjoining natural beauty is intoxicating as leaving the place is not easy. Kalhatti Falls is also known as Kalahasti Falls and it falls from a height of 403 feet thereby offering a mesmerizing view.
Location details of Kalhatti falls:Kalhatti Falls is located at Kallattipura in Chikmagalur district of Karnataka. The waterfall is only 10 kilometers away from Kemmangundi hill station and is a must visit for tourists of Karnataka. Attractions in Kalhatti Falls:Flora and fauna: Kalhatti Falls is not just famous for its waterfall but also for the adjoining flora and fauna that surrounds it. Pilgrim Center: Water here cascades down from a height of 122 metres (400 ft) amidst fascinating natural setting. It is said that this place has once hosted the hermitages of sage Agastya. A legend also associates him with the deity Veerabhadra for whom there is a temple here constructed in a gap between rocks. This is a cave temple with three stone carvings of three elephants at the entrance. Water cascades over these elephants and devotees believe that these waters have healing power. Trekkers spot: Kalhatti Falls is a hot spot for the trekkers who carry out their trekking exercises on the adjoining hills and mountains. Tarikere which is sited at a distance of 35 kilometers is haunted by trekkers from all across the globe. |