Mattupetty Dam Munnar
The dam of Mattupetty is a storage concrete gravity dam. The dam was constructed under the Pallivasal Hydro-electric project in the late 1940s, for the purpose of water conservation and power generation. Now the dam is a vital source of electricity generation in Munnar and also a haven for many wild animals and birds due to its constant water availability.
The most attractive part of Mattupetty dam is its still water which reflects the tea garden around. You can engage yourself with water sport activities like speed boating organized by the District Tourism Promotion Council of Idukki (Munnar) and enjoy the pretty natural surroundings of this beautiful dam. Adventure lovers also have options here like trekking in the Shola forest.
In the midst of the hills, surrounded by the tea gardens, Shola forest and hilly woods lays a beautiful lake, just a few miles away from the Mattupetty dam. The serene ambience of the lake will take you to a world of peace. You have endless options – either you can go for boating in the lake or you can sit on the shore enjoying the tranquility here. Tourists can go for a speed boat, pedal boat, motor boat or row boat.
Mattupetty is also known as ‘cattle village’, the name which came from the famous Indo Swiss farm project or Livestock project. The project was launched in the year 1963 as part of the bilateral agreement between India and the Swiss government. You can see hundreds of varieties of high yielding cattle in this farm. The sight of the cattle grazing freely on the hills of the wide farm is a unique experience which any tourist can have ever in his life.
The farm is around three kilometers away from the Mattupetty Dam and is dedicated to cattle development and research centre set up by the Government of Switzerland. At present the project is handled by the Kerala Livestock Development and Milk Marketing Board.
The best time to visit Mattupetty is from the month of August to May and it is very easily accessible from Munnar town.
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1. Is Mattupetty Dam worth visiting?
Most impressive among its attractions is Mattupetty Lake, and provide the ideal setting for leisurely strolls, exploring breathtaking surroundings, and embarking on scenic boat rides.
2. What is the entry fee for Mattupetty Dam?
The entry fee for Mattupetty Dam in Munnar is INR 10 per person. There are also additional charges for boating activities, which vary depending on the type of boat and duration of the ride.
3. Is Mattupetty Dam open?
Mattupetty Dam Timings & Entry Fee
Leisure activities on the lake are from 9:30 AM to 5 PM on all days of the week. There is an entry fee of INR 10 for each person.
4. What is the dam in Munnar Mattupetty?
The dam, built in the late 1940s, is a concrete gravity dam constructed to conserve water for hydroelectric power generation and irrigation. The reservoir created by the dam, known as Mattupetty Lake, is a stunning water body surrounded by lush hills and tea plantations.
5. Does Munnar have boating?
The major attractions that bring visitors to the place are Mattupetty Lake and the dam with the same name. One of the major activities that take place here is boating.
6. Which river is Mattupetty Dam?
The dam of Mattupetty is storage concrete gravity dam storing waters from confluence of the mountain streams of Muthirappuzha River, Chanduvarai River and Kundale River.
7. What is Mattupetty Dam famous for?
Mattupetty Dam, located within Kerala's Idukki district, is an unmissable stop for those in search of natural beauty and peace.
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