Malampuzha

Malampuzha is a mini hydoro-electric project built across Malampuzha river (a tributory of Bharathapuzha) in Palakkad district of Kerala, South India. It is also the biggest irrigation project in Kerala with a large network of canal systems. It is also one of Kerala's major tourist spots.
Started in 1949, the dam was commissioned in 1955. The capacity of the dam is 115.06 metres (375.15 ft).

Tourist attractions

Other attractions are the Malampuzha Gardens, Rope Way, Snake Park, Rock Garden and the aquarium. Within the Malampuzha Gardens is a large cement sculpture named Yakshi, created by the famous sculptor Kanayi Kunhiraman. There is also an amusement park, Fantasy Park, 2 km away from Malampuzha dam.

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Keep in mind..

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Kerala Insights

Mangalam dam is constructed across the river Cherukunnapuzha which is a tributary of Mangalam river. A canal system for irrigation purpose was completed and opened in 1966, in the Alathur taluk of Palakkad district in Kerala. It is a very beautiful place.there was a park nearby the dam.but it has become dilapidated by the continued avoidance of ruling government.