Gundar Dam
General information
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Ideal Duration:
2 Hours.Place Type:
Dam, Picnic Spot, and AdventBest Photo Spots:
The Reservoir Edge: Perfect for wide-angle landscape shots of the mountains.
Jeep Ride Path: Captures the adventurous spirit of the rocky forest trails. ...The Reservoir Edge: Perfect for wide-angle landscape shots of the mountains.
Jeep Ride Path: Captures the adventurous spirit of the rocky forest trails.Photo Gallery
Things To Do
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Jeep Trekking: Hire a local jeep to navigate the rocky terrain up to the private falls.
Dam Bathing: Enjoy a safe bath in the controlled water release area near the dam park.
Photography: Capture the stunning mountain reflections and the lush green landscape.
Bird Watching: The reservoir attracts various local and migratory water birds.
Relaxation: Sit by the reservoir and enjoy the cool breeze coming from the Western Ghats.
Picnic: Use the adjacent park for a family lunch amidst greenery.
Local Snacks: Try the fresh seasonal fruits like mangos and guavas sold by local vendors on the way. ...Jeep Trekking: Hire a local jeep to navigate the rocky terrain up to the private falls.
Dam Bathing: Enjoy a safe bath in the controlled water release area near the dam park.
Photography: Capture the stunning mountain reflections and the lush green landscape.
Bird Watching: The reservoir attracts various local and migratory water birds.
Relaxation: Sit by the reservoir and enjoy the cool breeze coming from the Western Ghats.
Picnic: Use the adjacent park for a family lunch amidst greenery.
Local Snacks: Try the fresh seasonal fruits like mangos and guavas sold by local vendors on the way.
Information
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Why Famous:
Jeep Safari: Famous for the off-road jeep services that take tourists to the secluded Gopal Falls.
Tranquil Setting: Renowned for being less crowded than Main Falls, offering a peaceful environment. ...Jeep Safari: Famous for the off-road jeep services that take tourists to the secluded Gopal Falls.
Tranquil Setting: Renowned for being less crowded than Main Falls, offering a peaceful environment. -
Architecture:
Dam Structure: A medium-scale earthen and masonry dam designed to store mountain runoff.
Dimensions: The dam wall stretches for approximately 400 meters, with a height that provides a panoramic view of the reservoir basin. ...Dam Structure: A medium-scale earthen and masonry dam designed to store mountain runoff.
Dimensions: The dam wall stretches for approximately 400 meters, with a height that provides a panoramic view of the reservoir basin. -
How To Reach:
By Air: Trivandrum Airport (105 KMS) is a feasible option.
By Train: Sengottai Railway Station (6 KMS) is the most convenient stop.
By Road: Hire a taxi or take a local bus from Sengottai to the Gundar Dam ...By Air: Trivandrum Airport (105 KMS) is a feasible option.
By Train: Sengottai Railway Station (6 KMS) is the most convenient stop.
By Road: Hire a taxi or take a local bus from Sengottai to the Gundar Dam stop.
By Local Transport: Jeeps and autos are the most common way to cover the last few kilometers. -
Weather and Best Time to Visit:
Monsoon: June to August for maximum water flow and lush greenery.
Post-Monsoon: September to November for clear skies and pleasant weather. ...Monsoon: June to August for maximum water flow and lush greenery.
Post-Monsoon: September to November for clear skies and pleasant weather. -
Near Tourist Places:
Sub Place Near Tourist Places: Sengottai (6 KMS), Panpoli Murugan Temple (8 KMS), Courtallam (15 KMS), Five Falls (13 KMS), Palaruvi (22 KMS), Adavi Nainar Dam (15 KMS), Main Falls (16 KMS), Tiger Falls (17 KMS), Tenkasi (12 KMS), Aryankavu (20 KMS).
Tourism Tips
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Health: Be prepared for a bumpy ride if taking the jeep safari.
Packing: Carry a change of clothes if you plan to bathe in the falls.
Cash: Most jeep operators and small stalls prefer cash over digital paym...Health: Be prepared for a bumpy ride if taking the jeep safari.
Packing: Carry a change of clothes if you plan to bathe in the falls.
Cash: Most jeep operators and small stalls prefer cash over digital payments.
Connectivity: Signal can be weak near the forest area; download maps offline.
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