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With the monsoon approaching, Andhra Pradesh's Eastern Ghats have transformed into a realm of mist-covered hills, dreamy skies, and cascading waterfalls. The early arrival of rains has drawn visitors to the region's popular waterfalls, which provide more than just a visual escape; they tell stories about the land, its people, and their deep connection with nature.

Waterfalls in Eastern Ghats

Waterfall	Location (State)	River	Key Features / Notes
Katiki Waterfall	Andhra Pradesh	Gosthani River	Located near Borra Caves; surrounded by dense forests
Tirathgarh Falls	Chhattisgarh (Eastern fringes)	Kanger River	Part of Kanger Valley National Park; known for its tiered cascade
Duduma Falls	Odisha / Andhra Pradesh	Machkund River	Also called Matsya Tirtha; a site for hydroelectric projects
Talakona Falls	Andhra Pradesh	Ayyar River (tributary of Swarnamukhi)	Tallest waterfall in AP (around 270 ft); located in Sri Venkateswara National Park
Kailasakona Falls	Andhra Pradesh	–	Sacred waterfall near Tirupati; perennial in nature
Bhimuni Falls	Andhra Pradesh	–	Seasonal waterfall located near Vizag
Rampa Falls	Andhra Pradesh	–	Located near Maredumilli in East Godavari; rich in biodiversity
Borra Caves Falls	Andhra Pradesh	–	Nearby cascading falls; part of the Ananthagiri hills ecosystem
Khandadhar Falls	Odisha	Korapani Nala	Second-highest waterfall in Odisha; known for its single-drop fall
Barahipathar Falls	Odisha	–	Scenic waterfall in Rayagada district, lesser known