Nestled near Madikeri, Abbey Falls stands surrounded by a
blanket of greenery. It is also known as Abbi Falls. To reach the
waterfall, you will have to drive up to its entrance and then cover a short
distance on foot.
As you make your way to the waterfall, you will be greeted
by lush plantations of spice and coffee. The roar of the water along with the
aroma of the plantations is a delight in itself. The brilliant view of the
waterfall from the hanging bridge running opposite to the waterfall is a sight
to cherish. Guarded by tall trees with pepper vines for a company, Abbey Falls
sparkles as if a stream of white pearls is running down a green wall at a great
speed. But if you happen to be standing on the hanging bridge right after the
monsoons, the voluminous waterfall will leave you soaked by its spray of water.
A number of small streams come together to form the sizzling
cascade at Abbey Falls. The cascade gushes down a height of 70 feet to form a
pool below that joins the River Cauvery. During the monsoon season, as the
streams widen and the level of water increases, the rush down the cascade
becomes thicker and lovelier to watch.
If you are a lover of nature, the beauty of the Abbey Falls
will be enough reason for you to spend time there. When on a visit to the Abbey
Falls, you can explore the aromatic spice and coffee plantations surrounding
the waterfall. A trek through the greenery can leave you with a refreshed mind.
While crossing the hanging bridge, do not forget to capture the waterfall’s
fascinating views in your camera. You can also visit the small shrine of Goddess
Kali situated near the bridge.
Since the Abbey Falls is at its peak form during the monsoon
season, it is the best time to experience its beauty. So, July to October is
the ideal time to plan a trip to the Abbey Falls. But if you want to avoid the
rains, you can plan your trip at any time of the year.
How to reach
By Air
The nearest airport to Abbey Falls is the Mangalore
International Airport. From the airport, you can hire a cab to reach the
destination.
By Road
Several KSRTC and private buses operate from Bangalore, Mysore,
and Mangalore to Madikeri. You can board any such bus to reach
Madikeri. From Madikeri town, you can use local transport to reach the
waterfall.
By Rail
If your preferred mode of transport is the railways, you
will have to board a train for Mysore, which is the nearest railway station to
reach the waterfall. You can hire a taxi from Mysore to Abbey Falls.
Alternately, you can hop on a bus to Madikeri and take up local transport from
there.
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