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The World’s 100 Best Waterfalls

Agaya Gangai Falls

Kolli Hills, Tamil Nadu, India

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST WATERFALLS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 41 2026
Agaya Gangai Falls

A cascade of about 300 feet falls over rock into a bathing pool, with forest and hills around it. Visitors drive the 70 hairpin bends of Kolli Hills, then descend over 1,000 steps from the car park.

Highlights

  • 300-foot drop over rock
  • Bathing pool at the base
  • Forest and hill greenery

Good to know

  • 1,000+ concrete steps from the car park
  • Entry fee ₹20 to ₹30 per adult
  • Entry closes around 3:30 PM

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