Vajrapoha Falls (also Vajrapoya waterfalls) is a waterfall in the Belgaum district of Karnataka in India. It is situated in a mountainous forest in south west direction from the village of Jamboti. Between the village of Gavali and Chapoli on an elevated hillock, the Mandovi River that flows to the beautiful Vajrapoha Falls that fall for up to Kerkar, Rajendra P. Vajrapoya, a gorgeous waterfall in the Western ghats. The Times of India. Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd. April 30, 2009. Retrieved 2011-11-11. and are best seen after the monsoon season (June–October).The Hermitage Guest House in the Western Ghats The Hermitage Guest House. Retrieved 2011-11-12. The falls are about 1.5 hours southwest of Belgaum.Directions from Belgaum, Karnataka, India to Vajrapoha Water Falls, Karnataka, India Google maps. Retrieved 2011-11-11.
The Mandovi River (also called the Mahadayi River) is fed by streams near the villages of Gavali, Hemmadaga, Jamboti, Kankumbi, and Talawade villages. Lying in the Western Ghats (also called Sahyadris) mountainous area, the region may receive up to of rainfall per year. During the summer months (March–May) the stream and river water levels can become low.Mondovi/Mahadayi River, Karnataka. Tour Karnataka. Retrieved 2011-11-11.
See also List of waterfalls List of waterfalls in India
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External links The Mahaday (Mandovi) River in Karnataka, lovely area photos, including the Vajrapoha Falls. Tracing a hidden waterfall Diamond droplets and rainbow screens Photos