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Kerala Kanjirapuzha Dam
Important holiday destination in the southern Indian state of Kerala’s Palakkad city is equally known for its growth prospects for which several imminent attempts have already been made to keep this region in progress path. Presence of Kanjirapuzha Dam nearby this city is one such important initiative. It is indeed biggest landmark and seeks attention of hundreds of thousands of tourists like the locals who are aware of relevance of this dame and the contribution in hydroelectricity generation as well as irrigation purposes. Such benefits are of paramount value and so do they enhance its tourist value to add more impetus in it in region’s success story.
History
Historically speaking, the inception of Kanjirapuzha Dam project was a well-planned step for which extensive steps were taken to ensure that it could prove beneficial dually by offering solution for hydroelectricity power & irrigation besides promoting it as one of the tourist destinations out of the many as an addition to treat those holidaymakers who believe in holidaying in adventurous manner.
This dam, the nearby beaches and the waterfalls are all key destinations where good number of Kerala visitors spend excellent time throughout the year. It is also evidenced since centuries that the presence of superb lake has enriched history to explain much. As Kanjirapuzha area is surrounded through the heavily wooded hills it is unique place to explore. Distance between Kanjirapuzha Dam and Palakkad city is of 24 kilometers. Entire region literally enchants visitors through its charisma.
Effect of the Project
The fact is undeniable that Kanjirapuzha Dam has impacted a lot in the region’s progress and success story. The greenery Vettilachola beyond this dam mesmerizes especially due to its being surrounding through hills from all sides. It usually offers a complete heavenly look while visitors come here to explore nature to the best.
Most importantly though this dam produces sufficient hydroelectric power and they keeps control over the water to be used for irrigation purposes. The picturesque landscape of this place appeal more during the monsoon period with the boating attractions but one should be careful while there. Keep in consideration the safety aspects to enjoy this place to the maximum extent.
Power Generation
Tourism is not the only factor that keeps Kanjirapuzha Dam into the growth path or in limelight. Power generation role of this dam is equally important and remains a notable factor due to its success in the region. The purpose behind the inception of this dam project was to generate sufficient power in the region which have been achieved by such initiatives taken for the constant progress of this area in particular and the nearby areas in general.
Attractions
Kanjirapuzha Dam and the nearby regions have several attractions which captivate the attention of tourists arriving throughout the year. A few important locations and the place which are explored to the best extent include:-
- Attapaddy
- Malampuzha
- Thrithala
- Dhoni
- Nelliampathy
- Udankhatola
The Western Ghats surrounds Kanjirapuzha Dam which appeal to each and every visitor arriving here. The landscapes and greeneries in and around this dam are the sought after places and locations which seek attention of each and every individual arriving at this place anytime during the year.
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