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India's largest earthen dam, offering stunning reservoir views and speedboat rides amidst a series of green islands in Wayanad.
Banasura Sagar Dam is a large earth dam located in the Wayanad district of Kerala. Built across the Karamanathodu river, a tributary of the Kabini, it forms a massive reservoir dotted with several small islands. These islands are actually the submerged tops of surrounding hills, creating a unique landscape, especially after the monsoon when the water level is high. The main purpose of the dam is to support the Kakkayam Hydroelectric Power Project and provide water for irrigation and drinking.
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Banasura Sagar Dam, Padinjarathara, Wayanad, Padinjarathara, Wayanad, Kerala, India
Air
Calicut International Airport (CCJ) is the nearest airport, located about 92 km away. It takes around 3 hours to reach the dam by taxi from the airport.
Train
The nearest major railway station is Kozhikode (Calicut), which is about 85 km away. Kozhikode station is well-connected to major cities in India. From the station, you can hire a taxi to Wayanad.
Road
Wayanad is well-connected by road to major cities in Kerala and neighboring states like Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The dam is located 21 km from Kalpetta. You can drive or take KSRTC buses to Kalpetta and then hire local transport.
Local Transport
From towns like Kalpetta or Mananthavady, you can hire a jeep or a taxi to reach the dam. Auto-rickshaws are also available from the nearby small town of Padinjarathara. Ride-hailing services are not consistently available in the area.
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