Vettilappara is the last village before the forest closes in on the Athirappilly road. Its bridge over the Chalakudy river gives one of the best open views of the river, and the oil palm and rubber plantations around it give the area a quiet, green feel.
The Silver Storm water theme park and several resorts make it a common base for families visiting Athirappilly.
About 5 km before Athirappilly Falls on the Chalakudy–Athirappilly road.
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One of the best open views of the Chalakudy river is from the Vettilappara bridge, just before Athirappilly.
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Slides, wave pool and a lazy river — how we planned a theme park day around the Athirappilly falls.
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Oil palm rows, rubber estates and the first glimpse of forest — the short drive that sets the mood.
