The Journey Inward
The road to Tirathgarh isn’t long, but it takes you far from everything you know. Lush forest on either side, red soil underfoot, and the occasional monkey crossing your path — it feels like you’re moving through a secret that the world forgot to tell you about.
As I walked the final path down to the waterfall, I could hear it before I saw it — a deep, constant roar like distant thunder. The trees began to thin, and there it was: Tirathgarh Falls, cascading in tiers like a white ribbon unraveling from the rocks.
The Water That Speaks
There’s something humbling about standing in front of so much moving water. You don’t just see it — you feel it. On your skin, in your bones, and somewhere deeper. The mist rises gently, cooling your face. The sound blocks out every thought. It doesn’t ask you to listen — it just takes over.
Children were playing at the edge. A few travelers were sitting quietly. No selfies, no shouting. Just people, water, and wonder.
Forest in Every Direction
Surrounding the falls is Kanger Valley National Park, thick with sal and teak trees, alive with the sounds of birds and rustling leaves. I wandered for a while — not with a destination, but with curiosity. A butterfly flew past. A squirrel darted up a tree. Somewhere in the distance, I heard a tribal drum — soft and slow, like a heart.
There are no shops here, no loud guides, no curated experiences. Just the forest, asking you to be still.
A Moment by the Rocks
I sat near the rocks, watching the flow, soaking my feet in the cold water. For a while, no time passed. It felt like the kind of moment you don’t write about — but live for. A moment where the world doesn’t expect anything from you.
A family nearby offered me a piece of poha and jaggery. No words — just kindness. I smiled, took it, and shared what little I had. The waterfall continued speaking — and this time, I heard it.
Why Tirathgarh Isn’t a Destination
It’s a feeling.
A place where silence and sound exist together.
Where you can stop being a tourist — and just become part of the forest for a while.