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MANIMUTHAR DAM

Manimutharu, Tirunelveli, Tamilnadu, India

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Manimuthar Dam is an artificial dam in Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu. This is one of the largest dams in Tirunelveli district and also one of the top places to visit in Tirunelveli. Situated at the foothills of the scenic Podhigai Hills, Manimuthar Dam was built across the Manimuthar River just 3 KM above its confluence with Thamirabarani River in 1957. The maximum storage capacity of the dam is 118 feet. The river Manimuthar is the major tributary of Thamirabarani. The Dam is an ideal picnic spot blessed with beautiful garden and peaceful atmosphere. Boating in this picturesque dam is one of the most memorable things to do in Tirunelveli.

Suggested time duration

4 Hours

Crowded Period

Weekend

Best Season To Visit

August to March

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 20 10

Other Fee's

  • For Camera - 25/-

Transport Connections

Name Distance Contact Number
Ambasamudram Bus Stand
9 KM 9513508001
Kallidaikurichi Railway Station
9 KM 139
Trivandrum International Airport
96 KM 0471-2702600

What to Carry

  • Take Water Bottles & Snacks

Suitable For

Adults Elderly Children Infants

Facilities

Toilets

Parking

Parking is Available for 10 Cars

Nearest Town

Town Name Distance
Manimutharu 1 KM

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MANIMUTHAR DAM

Manimuthar Dam, Tamil Nadu, India

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