MALANKARA DAM
Thodupuzha, Idukki, Kerala, India
Malankara Dam is a gravity dam constructed across Muvattupuzha river for irrigation purposes. The dam is constructed to make use of the tail water from the Moolamattom power house. The project is run under the Muvattupuzha Valley Irrigation Project and KSEB. The artificial lake covers an area of around 11 square KM. The Malankara dam is open to tourists round the year. Also a park is under construction nearby to the reservoir covering an adjacent 15 acre island.
Suggested time duration
2 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to August
Do's & Dont's
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Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety
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Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 08:00 AM | 05:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Mangattukavala Bus Stand |
7.3 KM | 0471-2471011 |
 Kuruppanthara Railway Station |
39 KM | 139 |
|
Cochin International Airport |
56 KM | 0484-2610115 |
What to Carry
- Take Water Bottles & Snacks.
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Parking
Parking is available for 5 Cars.
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Muttom | 1.8 KM |
Nearest Temples
MAHADEVA TEMPLE
Pandavas and the sage Vyasa worshipped the Lord here
THRICKODITHANAM MAHA VISHNU TEMPLE
Temple is also counted among the 108 Celestial Abodes of Lord Vishnu
THALIYIL MAHADEVA TEMPLE
The Siva linga at the temple is only 3 feet tall
SREE VALLABHA TEMPLE
Temple is located on the banks of the river Manimala
THRIKKAKUDI ROCK CUT CAVE TEMPLE
This rough hewn temple is one of the earliest specimens of stone sculpture in Kerala
SRI MULLAKKAL RAJARAJESWARI TEMPLE
Devotees visit this temple to seek fulfillment of Knowledge
SREE KRISHNA TEMPLE
It is also famed as Dwaraka of the South
MALAYALAPPUZHA BHAGAVATHY TEMPLE
It is believed that the temple was built more than 1000 years ago
Nearest Attractions
CavesPANDAVAN ROCK CAVE
Place takes the name from the legendary Pandavas
WildlifeIDUKKI WLS
Sanctuary is situated between Cheruthoni and Periyar rivers
BeachALAPPUZHA BEACH
It has an ancient pier that is at least 140 years old
Hill StationVAGAMON HILL STATION
Enchanted with gardens and beautiful meadows
MuseumTEA MUSEUM
Tata Tea established this Tea Museum in 2005
TrekkingRAMAKALAMEDU TREKKING
One of the most scenic hill station at an height of 3,500 ft
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