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KANVA DAM

Ramanagara, Karnataka, India

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Kanva Reservoir is a man made artificial lake of Kanva reservoir formed by the waters of river Kanva. Kanva Dam was built in 1946 across the Kanva River for irrigation. It is 15 kilometers (9.3 mi) long and covers 776 hectares. This artificial lake used to be a mere irrigation project but now is a famous tourist attraction which attracts bird watchers and adventure seekers. Situated about 60 KM from Bangalore, 10 kilometers from Ramanagaram. The Kanva river (a tributary of the Cauvery river) is named after the Sage Kanva, who is believed to have lived in the caves in the mountains and forests around the dam in the time of Ramayana.

Suggested time duration

2 Hours

Crowded Period

Weekend

Best Season To Visit

March to November

Do's & Dont's

  • Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety

  • Do not consume liquor.

Architecture

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Timings

Day Start Time End Time Adult Entry Fee Child Entry Fee
All Days
 09:00 AM 06:00 PM Free Free

Transport Connections

Name Distance Contact Number
Channapatna Bus Stand
38.2 KM 9449596666
Channapatna Railway Station
37.6 KM 139
Kempegowda International Airport
74.6 KM 1800-425-4425

What to Carry

  • Take water bottles & snacks.

Suitable For

Adults Elderly Children Infants

Facilities

Toilets

Parking

Parking is available for 5 Cars.

Nearest Town

Town Name Distance
Makali 30 KM

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KANVA DAM

Kanva Reservoir, SH 94, Ramanagara, Karnataka, India

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