Palaruvi which stands for stream of milk is the name of Kerala’s one of the most fascinating waterfalls.Palaruvi is a tourist spot in Kollam district in of Kerala. Palaruvi is located close to Kerala’s border with Tamil nadu. The main attraction is a 300-foot (91 m)-high waterfall.Literally translated, Palaruvi means “stream of milk”.

Palaruvi is situated about 75 km from Kollam on the Kollam - Shencottah road.It situated about 4Km from Aryankavu.The water is known to have healing properties which cures the people and so they take a bath in the pool of water formed by the waterfall.

Palaruvi is around 4 km deep into the forest from the NH 208.It is situated in and around the Thenmala Eco Tourism Project. Areas marvelous for evergreen forests and temples of Lord Ayyappa. In kulathupuzha the fresh water swamps, harbouring fishes, are ideal bathing ghats. The temple at Kulathupuzha, Aryankavu, and Achencoil, attracts many devotees. The perennial waterfall at Palaruvi, near Aryankavu attracts a lot of visitors.

The silent hills with deep valleys add up to a picturesque sight as the Palaruvi waterfall cuts through the silence of the place and gives vivacity to the place.Situated miles away from the hustle and bustle of city life, a tour to Palaruvi indeed goes a long way in rejuvenating your senses and bringing you close to nature.

Best time to visit

The Best Time to Visit Palaruvi is from June to January.

Getting here

By Air

The Thiruvananthapuram international Airport is the nearest airport(77 km) that receives both domestic and international flights from some major cities in the world.

By Rail

Nearest Railway Station is Kollam Railway Station is 75km away.

By Road

Palaruvi is situated about 75 km from Kollam on the Kollam - Shencottah road.

Distance from various places

Delhi - 2750 KM
Mumbai- 147043 KM
Kolkatta- 2315 KM
Chennai- 650 KM
Thiruvananthapuram-71 KM
Kochi- 170 KM

Hotels

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