Patalpani Waterfall, Mhow,
Madhya Pradesh
Patalpani Waterfall is a waterfall located in Patalpani Village in Mhow Tehsil in Indore district in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It is one of the beautiful waterfalls in Madhya Pradesh and among the best waterfalls near Indore.
Legends
As per local folklore, the pit (kund) at the bottom of the falls goes as deep as Patal (the underworld in Hindu mythology). Hence, the waterfall came to be called as Patal Pani (Patal means underworld and Pani means water).
The Waterfall
The waterfall is situated on the Choral River. It has a total height of 91 metres (300 ft). The water flow is highest immediately after the rainy season (usually after July). It goes almost dry in the summer season. It is advisable not to enter the river waters of this waterfall, as the flow of water is not predictable. The area around Patalpani is a popular picnic and trekking spot.
Connectivity
The falls is located at about 2
Kms from Patalpani Railway Station, 8 Kms from Mhow, 32 Kms from Indore, 36 Kms
from Indore Airport, 34 Kms from Indore Railway Station, 56 Kms from Maheshwar
and 224 Kms from Bhopal. The falls is situated at about 8 Kms to the south east
of Mhow on Indore to Maheshwar route.
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