Chimmini Dam, also known as Chimmony Dam, is the largest dam in Thrissur district, situated in Echippara village. The construction of the dam across the Kurumali River, a tributary of Karuvannur, began in 1984. But the dam became fully functional by 1996. Chimmini Reservoir is an artificial lake built across an area of 10 square…
Peechi Dam, constructed around 1957, offers a mesmerizing view to visitors. Situated around 22 km away from Thrissur city, Peechi Dam is definitely worth a detour upon your journey to some other destination. The place has too much to offer that will soothe your soul with nature spirits. Peechi dam constructed over the Manavali River…
Vadakkechira lake, well actually a pond instead of a lake, is one of the four largest ponds in Thrissur district constructed by Shaktan Thampuam, the Maharaja of Cochin Dynasty. It is one of the major landmarks of Thrissur tourism, which is currently owned by Cochin Devaswom Board. Maharaja built these ponds for water management and…
The lovely backwaters of Kerala, a glorious extension of Veli Lake, Akkulam Lake are located at a distance of 10 km from Trivandrum city. The lake offers a refreshing and peaceful ambiance to visitors who wish to spend some quiet time with mother nature. Although one can visit Akkulam Lake through roadways, it’s more fun…
Vellayani Lake, popularly known as Vellayani Kayal in the regional language Malayalam, is the largest freshwater lake in Thiruvananthapuram. The lake is abundant with varieties of flora and fauna, exquisitely explored on a boat ride or a sidewalk. It has a natural ecosystem of its own. An ancient history is entangled with the origin of…
In the outskirts of Wayanad district, in the midst of Banasura hills, there lies a beautiful reservoir, Banasura Sagar Dam. It is well renowned as the largest earthen dam in Indian and the second largest in Asia. The dam with its astounding views of the valleys downhill, rising mountain ranges, streams, rich varieties of flora…
Karapuzha Dam is one of the biggest earth dams in India, situated in the Wayanad district. The dam is constructed over the Karapuzha River, a tributary of the Kabani river. The construction works began in 1977 and were completed in 2004. The dam was built to meet all the irrigation requirements of the people in…
Kuruva Dweep or Kuruva Islands are a cluster of islands in the midst of the Kabani River in Wayanad. It is probably the only set of islands surrounding my freshwater in all of Kerala. This river delta is uninhibited by the human population but tremendously inhabited by rare species of birds, orchids, herbal plants, and…
Pookode Lake is one of the smallest yet highest freshwater lakes in Kerala. Flowing through the mountain slopes at an altitude of 770 meters, Pookode Lake is a precious gem on the hilltop. It is located 15 km away from Kalpetta and 2 km from Vythiri accessible via roadways. The surrounding hills, forests, and green…
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