Banasura Sagar Dam Wayanad

Wayanad, the land of mind-blowing sceneries has many extraordinary attractions. Banasura Sagar Dam is one of them. It is an ideal picnic spot in Wayanad with breathtaking views around. Banasura Sagar Dam made up of huge piles of stone and boulder is the largest Earth Dam in India and the second largest in the Asian continent. It impounds the waters of the Karamanathodu, a tributary of the Kabini River. 

It is a historical dam with many new ongoing projects.  It is part of the Indian Banasura Sagar Project and a canal project started in 1979. The goal of the project is to support the Kakkayam Hydroelectric power project and satisfy the demand for irrigation and drinking water in a region known to have water shortages in seasonal dry periods. The dam is ideally placed in the foothills of Banasura hills, which got its name from 'Banasura', the son of King Mahabali, the famous ruler of Kerala. It is said that 'Banasura' undertook severe penance on the top of the hills. The Banasura Sagar Dam has located 21 km from Kalpetta, in Wayanad District of Kerala in the Western Ghats. The reservoir formed by the dam is dotted with tiny islands enveloped in thick foliage, and with the Banasura hill in the background, offers a magnificent view.

The picturesque mountains summons adventurous tourists and the dam site is an ideal starting point for trekking. The vast span of the crystal clear water of the dam scattered along with small islands is a photographer’s glee. The dam is very close to Karalad Lake another tourist spot in Wayanad which offers a boating trip and the view of the dam from here is a unique experience for the travellers. One can choose either speedboat or pedal boat.

There is a small nature park, very near to the boating place. This park with its traditional tree swings will grant merry moments for the children. The best time to visit Banasura Sagar Dam is between November and May.  Plan today itself for an amazing trip to Wayanad. Wayanad is blessed with a number of hotels and resorts. Choose After the Rains Resort as your hub to explore Wayanad. 

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