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Aruvikkara Dam: (16 km from Thiruvananthapuram) This picturesque picnic
spot associated with blessed name of Sree Narayana Guru, the greatest
social reformer, is on the bank of Karamana river.
Banasura Sagar Dam: (25 km northeast of Kalpetta) A mini hydel project with the
largest earth dam in India and the second largest in Asia is built here.
Bhoothathankettu Reservoir: (50 km from Ernakulam) Picturesque haven
situates in a vast virgin forest, this mythologically popular picnic spot lies
close to the Salim Ali bird Sanctuary at Thattekkadu.
Cheruthoni Dam: (2 km from Idukki Arch Dam) An ideal retreat for tourists, the
damsite is famous for its scenic beauty.
Chulliar Dam: The dam offers spectacular views of hills and it is situated at
the foot of Western Ghats.
Idukki Arch Dam: Asia’s first and world’s second arch dam, constructed
across the Kuravan and Kurathi hills. It is a spectacular view to explore
the greenary of Kerala. Close to Cheruthoni barrage, it is 550 ft high and
650 ft wide.
Kakkayam Dam: (45 km from Kozhikode) This picturesque damsite, teeming
with exotic wildlife, offers trekking and rock climbing opportunities.
Kakki Reservoir: Exhilarating boating experience is offered in the artificial
lake here. The wild life of surrounded forest gives magical moments in lake.
Karappuzha Dam: (13 km North - East of Kalpetta) It gives marvelous sight of
the dam and the premises.
Kundala Dam: (20 km from Munnar) Kundala is a picturesque town on the
way to Top Station. The Kundala artificial dam is another attraction.
Aruvikkad waterfall is also near Kundala.
Malampuzha Dam: (10 km from Palakkad) This famous picnic spot which
comprises a dam and beautifully landscaped gardens, is situated on the
lower hills of Western Ghats. Malampuzha takes its name from the River
Malampuzha. Nurtured by this tributary of Kerala's longest river, the
Bharathappuzha, Malampuzha is a lush green town is a major tourist
attraction for its trekking trails and the large irrigation dam.
Malankara Dam: (6 km from Thodupuzha) An artifical lake speread over 11
km, the reservoir is a popular picnic spot.
Mangalam Dam: (50 km from Palakkad) A popular picnic spot, the dam is
built across the Cherukunnath river, a tributary of the Mangalam river. The
beautiful parks and lawns are an enchanting experience.
Mullaperiyar Dam: (192 km from Ernakulam) The splendid artificial lake formed
by the Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar River adds to the beauty of
Thekkady. It is the unique experience of viewing wildlife.
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