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📍 Kaimur, West Bihar, Bihar
A dramatic waterfall in the Kaimur hills where water plunges around 80 metres into a deep rocky gorge, framed by dense forest. Reached along the scenic Bhabua–Adhaura road, it is a hidden gem for nature lovers and trekkers seeking solitude. The viewpoint offers sweeping views of the falling water and surrounding valley.
Telhar Kund lies deep in the Kaimur plateau, on the Bhabua–Adhaura road in Kaimur district. The waterfall drops about 80 metres from the edge of the plateau into a shadowed gorge, making it one of the tallest and most striking falls in the region. Dense forest, quiet trails and the roar of falling water give the spot a wild, unspoilt feel.
The fall is at its best in and just after the monsoon, when the volume of water is greatest. It remains relatively off the beaten track, so visitors should carry water and essentials and travel in daylight.
July to November, during and after the monsoon when the fall carries the most water.
Hills & Viewpoints The eastern end of the Vindhya range, where the Kaimur hills and Rohtas plateau rise about 2,000 feet above the plains in a sweep of forest, waterfalls and dramatic viewpoints. The plateau town of Adhaura and its surrounding forests are a cool, scenic retreat. The region hides ancient rock art, wildlife and several of Bihar's best waterfalls.
Nature & Waterfalls A wide, multitiered cascade on the Karmanasa river, roughly 100 feet high and up to 300 feet across, near the Bihar–Uttar Pradesh border. The pools below are a natural habitat for crocodiles, and Bihar is developing the area as a crocodile conservation and ecotourism site. Its forested setting in the Kaimur hills makes it a peaceful, scenic getaway.
Hindu Temples Considered one of the oldest functional Hindu temples in India, the Archaeological Survey of India dates it to around 108 CE. This unusual octagonal stone shrine on the Kaimur plateau is dedicated to Goddess Mundeshwari (a form of Durga) and Lord Shiva, and is a prized example of early Nagarastyle architecture. It is famed for a bloodless animalworship ritual where offerings are 'sacrificed' by touch alone.
Nature & Waterfalls A scenic seasonal waterfall in the Kaimur Range near Sasaram, where water cascades over rocky steps into a deep natural pool. A popular monsoon picnic spot surrounded by forest, it lies close to its twin, Dhua Kund. The lush setting and cool spray make it a favourite weekend escape for the Rohtas region.
