Maneri Dam
General information
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Ideal Duration:
45 Minutes to 1 HourPlace Type:
Engineering / Scenic / Picnic SpotTiming:
Operational Hours: Viewable throughout the day; lights are turned on after 6:30 PM.
Ideal Visit Time: 11:00 AM is best for seeing the water's true color. ...Operational Hours: Viewable throughout the day; lights are turned on after 6:30 PM.
Ideal Visit Time: 11:00 AM is best for seeing the water's true color.Special Events:
Best Photo Spots:
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Things To Do
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Photography and Sightseeing: The dam offers incredible views of the river valley and the high-tech machinery of the spillway gates.
Boating (Seasonal): Occasionally, boating is permitted in the reservoir, allowing for a closer look at the emerald waters.
Local Snacking: Enjoying tea and "Maggi" at the small stalls overlooking the dam is a quintessential traveler experience here. ...Photography and Sightseeing: The dam offers incredible views of the river valley and the high-tech machinery of the spillway gates.
Boating (Seasonal): Occasionally, boating is permitted in the reservoir, allowing for a closer look at the emerald waters.
Local Snacking: Enjoying tea and "Maggi" at the small stalls overlooking the dam is a quintessential traveler experience here.
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Why Famous:
Engineering Marvel on the Ganga: It is famous for being one of the first major hydroelectric steps in the Garhwal region.
Stunning Visuals: The artificial lake created by the dam is renowned for its vibrant blue-green color which changes wit...Engineering Marvel on the Ganga: It is famous for being one of the first major hydroelectric steps in the Garhwal region.
Stunning Visuals: The artificial lake created by the dam is renowned for its vibrant blue-green color which changes with the sunlight. -
Architecture:
Gravity Dam Specifications: The dam stands 39 meters tall and spans 127 meters in length, with a structural volume of 13,700 cubic meters.
Modern Spillway System: It features four large Tainter gates designed to handle a discharge capacity o...Gravity Dam Specifications: The dam stands 39 meters tall and spans 127 meters in length, with a structural volume of 13,700 cubic meters.
Modern Spillway System: It features four large Tainter gates designed to handle a discharge capacity of 5,000 cubic meters per second during peak monsoon. -
How To Reach:
By Road: Just 15 km from Uttarkashi on the way to Gangotri.
By Local Transport: Highly accessible via local "Vikram" taxis and state transport buses from the main stand. ...By Road: Just 15 km from Uttarkashi on the way to Gangotri.
By Local Transport: Highly accessible via local "Vikram" taxis and state transport buses from the main stand. -
Weather and Best Time to Visit:
Post-Monsoon Clarity: October and November offer the clearest views of the mountains.
Spring: March to May is pleasant for outdoor picnics. ...Post-Monsoon Clarity: October and November offer the clearest views of the mountains.
Spring: March to May is pleasant for outdoor picnics. -
Near Tourist Places:
Kuteti Devi (13 km), Gangnani (30 km), Vishwanath Temple (15 km), Nachiketa Lake (45 km), Dharasu (42 km).
Tourism Tips
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Health and Safety: Stay behind the railings as the water currents are extremely strong. Connectivity is excellent with 4G speed.
Packing and Accomodation: Light jackets are needed even in summer. Several guesthouses are available in the Ma...Health and Safety: Stay behind the railings as the water currents are extremely strong. Connectivity is excellent with 4G speed.
Packing and Accomodation: Light jackets are needed even in summer. Several guesthouses are available in the Maneri village nearby.
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