The Kalikesam Falls is located in the Kanyakumari district of the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Kalikesam falls along with several other small cascades are encased in the Kanyakumari Wildlife Sanctuary. The long stream is pollution-free and adds to the natural charm of the place.There are a few small waterfalls in this area - the nicer ones being Vattaparai Falls and Kalikesam falls. There is a small Kali temple, next to the falls. This is a very serene and undeveloped place with only one small tea stall. One can enjoy water rushing through small mountain streams, ferns and pebbles in the rainforests. The falls are surrounded by forest on all sides and forms part of an active animal corridor. The long stream is pollution-free. People are allowed to take a natural bath here and it is believed that the water from the stream has some medicinal effects.
This is a serene and peaceful place. It is unlike the most popular falls in this district, the Tirparappu Water Falls on the Kodayar River, which has become a typical crowded tourist spot.
The access to the Kalikesam Falls is only through a private vehicle, as there is no public transportation facility available. There are no man-made facilities at the Kalikesam Falls. A small shop selling tea and biscuits is the sole facility in the area. The road leading to the area of the falls is also in a bad and severe condition. Due to this, the entire area is under developed and lacks even the basic infrastructural facilities.
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