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About Kutralam

Nestled in the scenic Western Ghats, Kutralam is a popular tourist destination of South Tamil Nadu. Courtallam or Kutralam is a town situated at a height of 160 m (520 ft) above sea level in the foothills of the Western Ghats in Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu, India. The very name of the place has become synonymous with the thundering waterfalls that flow here. It is also home to centuries old ancient temples and other famous places hotels near courtallam falls of interest. Several seasonal and perennial rivers such as Thamirabarani, Manimuthar, Pachaiyar and Chittar originate in this lush region.

The title "Spa of South India" fits perfectly for Kutralam due to the numerous magnificent waterfalls and the healing and medicinal properties of the water that flows here. This has led to the rise of numerous health resorts in and around this quaint town. The falls do not flow throughout the year and are highly dependent on rainfall. They carry substantial amounts of water when the rivers feeding the falls receive heavy rain. The best time to visit Kutralam is from June to September, when the South West Monsoon kicks off in the nearby state of Kerala. People are not allowed to bathe when the falls are flooded due to heavy rainfall.

Other Names of Kutralam over the Ages

Kutralam is also known as "Ooty for the poor" due to its excellent climate that resembles the popular hill station Ooty throughout the year. This "Spa of South Tamil Nadu" is also known as Mukthiveli, Nannagaram, Pithur Kanda, Theerthapuram, Thirunagaram and Vasanthaperur.

In Tamil the word, "Kuru aal " denotes a dwarf banyan tree. Since the forests of this area were full of such dwarf banyan trees, the region came to be known as Kutralam.

Mention in Ancient Tamil Literature

In the ancient Tamil Literature, "Kutrala Kuravanji", the famous Tamil Poet "Thiurkudarasappa Kavirayar" glorifies the beauty and magnificence of this town located in the South of Tamil Nadu near Tenkasi. He has composed songs on Kutralanathar and sings in praise of his love and affection for the Lord and the place.

During the ancient Sangam period, this town was known as "Thenoor". In Sangam literature, the natural beauty of this place is compared to the beauty of a woman. Kutralam has occupied a place in history as a scenic destination since ancient times.

Geographical Location

Tucked in the foothills of Agasthiyamalai, an off-shoot of the Majestic Western Ghats, Kutralam is a pristine town that is untainted by the industrial developments of other popular tourist destinations. The mountain ranges of Agasthiyamalai are named hotels near courtallam falls after the popular sage Agasthya, one of the Saptarishis and the earliest Sidhar, is believed to have lived in this area. The nearest railway station is at the town of Tenkasi which lies at a distance of 5kms from here. The nearest airport is at Tuticorin at a distance of 90kms from here.

Popular Legends Surrounding Kutralam

Kutralam is the focal point of several folktales and mythological legends spun around it. Several inscriptions in the temples here describe the reign of Chola and Pandya kings who ruled over this area. A very popular folktale goes like this. To witness the divine marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, all the other Gods and Goddesses conglomerated in the Himalayas. This caused a tilt in the Earth’s axis and Lord Shiva, ordered Sage Agastya to go hotels near courtallam falls to the South to restore the balance of Mother Earth. Sage Agastya was promised a divine vision of the holy wedding by Lord Shiva. It is believed that Sage Agastya created the Shivalinga at this temple from an image of Lord Vishnu and hence the name Kutralam.

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