Manikyadhara Falls
ಮಾಣಿಕ್ಯಧಾರಾ
A slender waterfall on the Baba Budangiri hills, whose water is believed by pilgrims to heal illness, with good views over the surrounding hills.
Located near the Dattapeetha shrine on Baba Budangiri, the falls are reached by about 200 steps down from the parking area. The waterfall is not very tall, and water spills down the rock face like a curtain of beads. Pilgrims bathe here, believing the water can cure illness. The falls themselves are modest, but the views over the Bindiga valley are wide and make it a good stop while touring Baba Budangiri. The steps are slippery, so watch your footing.
Opening hours
Approx. 7:00 am–5:30 pm
Nearby sights
- Deviramma Betta
- Baba Budangiri & Dattapeetha
- Jhari Falls (Buttermilk Falls)
- Mullayanagiri
- Hirekolale Lake
- Coffee Museum (Coffee Board)
- Ayyanakere Lake
- Kemmangundi & Z Point