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Bhavya Raju
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    There’s a tiny stone shrine right by the base of the falls that locals say was built by the Kamma tribe in the 1800s to thank the water for protecting their cattle. It’s usually visited just before the monsoon when the water rises. If you’re staying nearby, Treebo Abhi Suites in Guntur is a short drive away and many guests report seeing the shrine on their walk to the falls.

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