Palaruvi, literally meaning stream of milk, is one of the well-known waterfalls in South India, falling from a height of 300 feet. Located close to the Kerala- Tamil Nadu border, this beautiful picnic spot lies about 75 km from Kollam and 35km east of Punalur on Kollam - Shencottah road. The scenic beauty of the place with the hills, valleys and cascades, covered with dense tropical forests, is breath taking. The best season to visit the place is from June to January.