THIRPARAPPU WATER FALLS

THIRPARAPPU WATER FALLS

Thriparappu-Sam Kurakar& Manu Kurakar

                Kottarakara Kurakar Comrade Study team visited Thriparappu Water falls on 29^th May, 2011. The study team includes, Prof. John Kurakar, Mr Sam Kurakar, Director, Comrade Info Systems & Mr Manu Kurakar.

Thriparappu- Prof.John Kurakar& Sam Kurakar

Thriparappu

John Kurakar& Sam Kurakar

            The beautiful waterfall descending from Kodayar River is located at a distance of 60 km from Kanyakumari. After reaching Kanyakumari, there are a number of buses, auto rickshaws and taxis that connect people to different parts of the city. To reach Thirparappu Falls, the Trivandrum highway route through the village of Nagercoil can be accessed. The falls lies close to Kulasekhara village that was once ruled by kings. Thirparappu Waterfall in Kanyakumari falls is 300 feet long and consists of a rocky riverbed. The view of the water, falling from a height of 50 feet, is truly magnificent. The Thirparappu weir has been built on the rocky mass that stretches far across the distance covering one fourth of a kilometer in the direction against the streams current. This weir supplies water to the fields that are used for irrigation.

  A small temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is situated on the banks of the river. There are strong walls and fortifications that surround the temple. Recently, a swimming pool has been constructed nearby, so that children can enjoy their trip from Kanyakumari to Thirparappu Waterfall to the fullest. Thirparappu is a developing tourist center. Main problem is lack of parking place. 

                                                                            Prof. John Kurakar