Duchess Waterfall of MP

Duchess Waterfall

Perhaps one of the most awe-inspiring sights in Pachmarhi is the Jalawataran(Cuches Falls).A fast-flowing perennial stream falls over the step cliff-face,above a hundered meters high,into a deep gorge.The sheer mass of water crashing on the rocks gives rise to a deafening roar which can be heard from miles away.

The waterfall comprises of three distinct cascades.A difficult four kilometer trek leads to the base of the first cataract.Here,the air is heavy with spray so fine that it is perpetually misty.The rocks around the waterfall are wet and are hence covered with an assortment of ferns and algae.The bottom of the waterfall is almost inaccessible.The only possible way to get to it is to trek across the valley for over 15 kms across a hostile terrain.