Waterfalls have been omnipresent, not just in Bollywood films but in life in general, as a picture of serenity and calm. As a stage in the life of a river stream, it's a natural water feature surrounded by the lush greenery of the hill sides, reinforcing the aestheticism of water abiding by the laws of nature and gravity. Take a look at these 19 beauties to see what we mean.

1. Rahala Falls, Himachal Pradesh

If you're on your way to the Rohtang Pass from Manali, you will for sure come across this waterfall along the Manali-Leh Highway. It's 16 km away from the popular hill station and is a 20-minute bus ride away.

Seat yourself on one of the rocks and watch the cascade roll by. "Life is a roller-coaster, you just gotta ride it" - Ronan Keating

3. Talakona Falls, Andhra Pradesh

Located in the Nerabailu village of Chittoor District and standing 270 feet tall, this is the highest waterfall in this southern state. It is of religious significance due to the close proximity of several temples, the most famed of which is the Tirupathi in neighbouring Tamil Nadu (58 km away).

The Talakona forests are home to some of the most endangered species in India, such as the porcupine, mouse deer, panther, Chital and Golden Gecko. There are several trekking routes, of different levels of difficulty, leading to the summit of the hill. A 240 metre long canopy walk about 40 metres in height, is a thrilling experience for adventure seekers.

5. Khandadhar Falls, Orissa

Located 54 km away from the town of Keonjhar (180 km north of Bhubaneshwar) the Khandadhar falls at a height of 152 metres. The water seems to have a smoke-like appearance probably due to the fact that it violently sprays water while gushing down the steep rock face.