Famous Falls

Agastiyar Falls

Papanasam Falls, 42 km west of Tirunelveli, lies on the Tamiraparani River.The falls, also called Agastya Falls, is believed to be located at the place where Shiva and Parvati appeared before the sage Agastya.Papanasam means absolution of sins.It is an important pilgrim center where people take bath in the waters to relieve themselves from sins.Papavinashweshwara (Shiva) Temple is nearby.

How to Reach

Road:State Transport Corporation buses connects Tirunelveli city.
Rail:Tirunelveli is an important junction in the Southern Railway, connected to all major cities.

Manimuthar Waterfalls

Manimuthar Falls is natural water falls flowing throughout the year situated above the Manimuthar dam.Driving there by bike will be adventurous.The falls nearby has a pond which has a depth of 90 feet (27 m).It is a picturesque place.It is in 35 km from Tirunelveli city.There are some public transport service to go this place on regular intervals from Kallidai Kurichi,the nearby town.Above this fall’s the pleasant tourist spot Kothaiyar is there.

How to Reach

Road:State Transport Corporation buses connects Tirunelveli city.
Rail:Tirunelveli is an important junction in the Southern Railway, connected to all major cities.