20 Attractions to Explore Near Karaiyar Dam
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Bana Theertham water Falls
2.7km from Karaiyar Dam
It is located inside the picturesque location of the Karaiyar dam. This is a natural cascading falls located in the Kalakad Mundanthurai tiger reserve.
Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve
4.17km from Karaiyar Dam
Covering nearby 900 sq kms. This is a treasure trove for the wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.
Papanasam Dam
7.26km from Karaiyar Dam
The Papanasam dam is also known as the Karaiyar dam. The dam is used to irrigate Thirunelveli and Thoothukudi districts.
Agasthyakoodam
8.13km from Karaiyar Dam
The most difficult trek in Kerala, taking you to the top of Agasthyakoodam through forests and valleys and waterfalls.
Agasthiyar Falls
8.26km from Karaiyar Dam
Agastiyar falls is located near to the Papanasham in Thirunelveli district. The falls is located on the western ghats and to the Papanasam lower.
Manimuthar Dam
11.24km from Karaiyar Dam
The Manimuthar Dam is situated at the foothills of the scenic Podhigai Hills. It is built on the Thamirabarani River. The area features marvelous natural beauty. The spot where the waters, the mountains, and the sky meet offers a spectacular view.
Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary
19.38km from Karaiyar Dam
A dam-site with its beautiful tiny islands and a sanctuary with thick forest covers
Meenmutty Waterfalls- Thiruvananthapuram
19.48km from Karaiyar Dam
The 30 meters tall waterfall accessed by a hike through dense tropical forest.
Pechiparai Dam
21.85km from Karaiyar Dam
An artificial water body, situated near the pechiparai village of Kanyakumari. Constructed between 1897 and 1906. A European engineer was the one who worked behind this beautiful dam.
Ponmudi Hill Station
24.55km from Karaiyar Dam
The golden peaks of Ponmudi with its year-round cool climate and amazing scenery.
Thirparappu WaterFalls
29.41km from Karaiyar Dam
The kodyar river makes it descent at the Thirparappu and the waterfall. It is a magnificent waterfall which will rejuvenate the viewer's mind. We can take a bath from this waterfall by enjoying the natural beauty.
Courtallam Main Falls
31.35km from Karaiyar Dam
The falls is located on the western ghats on the river Chittar and is considered as a medical spa on account of the medical smell in the waters.
Sasthampara
33.03km from Karaiyar Dam
Offbeat hillock destination, trekking,city view etc.
Chitharal Rock Cut Temple
36.29km from Karaiyar Dam
Also, called as Chitharal Malai kovil is situated in the Thiruchanattu malai. There are two monuments and also there is a cave containing rock-cut sculptures of Tirthankaras and the attendant deities carved inside and outside dating back to 9th century AD.
Palaruvi Waterfalls
37.67km from Karaiyar Dam
A 90 meters tall waterfall, surrounded by large boulders and plunging from a hill side creating pools below.
Thiruvananthapuram Zoo
42.12km from Karaiyar Dam
One of the oldest zoo in India, home to a large number of wild animals.
Napier Museum
42.21km from Karaiyar Dam
An architecturally impressive museum building, housing many exhibits from 8th to 18th century.
Pathimoonnu Kannara Bridge
42.7km from Karaiyar Dam
The 13 Kannara bridge or 13 Arch Bridge (Pathimoonu Kannara Bridge) is a 108-year-old bridge from the British era consisting of 13 arches. It is a major landmark on the Kollam-Sengottai railway line. The bridge connects two hillocks and stands on thirteen granite pillars each almost a hundred feet tall. The bridge is sandwiched by the Kollam-Thirumangalam National Highway on one side and the River Kazhuthurutti on the other. It is 102.72 meters (337.0 ft) long and 5.18 meters (17.0 ft) tall.
Connemara Market Palayam
42.89km from Karaiyar Dam
An old market that sells all household items- a backbone for the netizens and a colourful place for the visitors.
Thenmala Dam
42.91km from Karaiyar Dam
Thenmala Dam, located in Kollam district of Kerala is the second largest irrigation project in the state of Kerala. The water from the dam is used for irrigation and for power generation. It has the longest reservoir of the state.
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Karaiyar Dam
Karaiyar Dam, Papanasam R.F., Tamil Nadu 627425
A beautiful picnic spot inside the Kalakkad mundanthurai reserve. Boating facilities are available here.