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Tuesday, September 3, 2013

KUNDALA DAM കുണ്ടള ഡാം MUNNAR


            KUNDALA DAM   കുണ്ടള ഡാം MUNNAR


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Kundala Dam  is about 20 km from Munnar on the way to Top Station. It is at a height of 1700 meters above sea level.  The famous Neela Kurunji flowers which bloom once in twelve years, bloom in the hills and valleys around Kundala lake.


this is an  artificial dam in Kundala which is another major attraction here. It is Asia’s first Arch dam. The boating experience at this dam is a wonderful . Boating facilities namely pedal boats, A Golf Course is also located here which belongs to Kundala lake,Aruvikkad Waterfall is also situated nearby Kundala.




The Sethuparvathi dam built in 1946 as a part of Pallivasal hydroelectric project is a sight to behold. Munnar is the nearest town to Lake Kundala  The nearest railway station is either Ernakulam or Kottayam.  




From the top of the Dam, tourists can have a panoramic view of the natural greens. Near to the Dam is the beautiful lake with boating facilities.. The major attraction for tourists at the dam is the boating facilities. Besides this, the areas surrounding the dam are carpeted with lush green tea estates. From the narrow paths above the dam, tourists can have a panoramic views of the adjoining areas as well