"A serene spot for nature lovers and photographers."
Also popular by the name of Sandhyanallah Reservoir, Kamaraj Sagar Dam is a famous tourist spot in the Nilgiri region of Ooty. It is a beautiful destination that is known for its charming surroundings. The beauty of this place never fails to attract visitors on a large scale and that’s a reason that it remains crowded with tourists throughout the year.
It Is Known For:-
1) Kamaraj Sagar Dam is known for its scenic surroundings. It is a famous place for shooting movies. Many Tollywood movie scenes have been shot at this place
2) Due to its scenic circumjacent, it serves as a great destination for spending a day’s itinerary
3) The surroundings of this dam serve as a residence for a variety of birds like the parrot, mynah, cuckoo, and much more
4) There’s a pine forest located adjacent to the dam and it is a home to a variety of animals like the barking deer, Indian bison, monkey, boar etc.
5) Kamaraj Sagar Dam is also visited by nature enthusiasts and botanists for observing and studying the various types of plants that grow there
Best Time To Visit:-
Kamaraj Sagar Dam welcomes the visitors throughout the year. Tourists can be seen enjoying the day at this beautiful site, however, the best time for paying a visit to this dam is during winters. It is the apt season when a thin blanket of mist settles over the reservoir and enhances its beauty.
Reaching There:-
Kamaraj Sagar Dam is located near Ooty-Gundlupet-Coimbatore highway. Therefore, the best option to reach the site is either via bus or hiring a cab.
Nearest Railway Station - Ooty Railway Station
Nearest Airport - Coimbatore Airport
