Thommankuthu is a waterfall located in Thodupuzha Thaluk, Idukki District, Kerala, India. It is one of the major centres of eco-tourism in Kerala. The seven-step waterfall is situated in a forest in the southern part of Western Ghats mountain range. Thommankuthu is a series of 12 falls over a distance of 5 km.

Location

Thommankuthu is located 18 km from Thodupuzha. The nearest towns are Karimannoor, Vannappuram and Udumbannoor, which are nearly 10 km from Thommankuthu. The waterfalls can be reached with a 12 km trek through the surrounding forests. The falls are positioned in a dense forest area, attracting nature enthusiasts and travelers.

History and Legends

Thommankuthu takes its name from a local legend. According to folklore, a local man named Thomman drowned in the waterfall while attempting to cross the river. Following this incident, the falls became known as Thomman's Waterfall or Thommankuthu (kuthu meaning waterfall).