The Dasham Falls ( literally meaning sound of falling water) are exactly 43 kms from our place in Ranchi. Situated on the Kanchi river, it is a popular tourist destination during the winter months, when the water is very clear. During the rains, the water is a bit muddy and with the advent of winter, the water turns clearer.
The spray drenches you completely as you approach the falls. Water rises very quickly during the rains and the current is very strong, and several youngsters have been washed away in the past.
The surrounding land is claimed by the Mundari people, one of the original tribes of the Chhota Nagpur plateau. This stone tablet tells us of their claims and lawsuits filed. Maoist guerillas are also active in the region, although they do not bother tourists in general. I found some of these women selling forest mushrooms and bamboo shoots which sell for a lot more in Ranchi city.
In case you feel hungry, you can place an order for red hot chicken curry and rice which would be ready in about an hour. Free range chicken of course!
The falls are so beautiful. Lovely photos, Soumyendu.
ReplyDeleteThe red chicken curry and rice too, Sherry :)
DeleteThe falls are indeed beautiful. As I was viewing your photos I could almost hear the sound of the rushing, tumbling water. There is such a jumble of rocks here, it looks as though they were part of a big wall that came crashing down. Very impressive!
ReplyDeleteAlso, that red hot chicken curry and rice dish is calling my name!
Thank you, Rita and it sounds like your heart is all in the right places!
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