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A massive concrete gravity dam, part of the Idukki Hydroelectric Project, offering a long walk along its crest with great views of the reservoir.
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Cheruthoni Dam is a massive concrete gravity dam and a key component of the Idukki Hydroelectric Project, which also includes the famous Idukki Arch Dam and the Kulamavu Dam. Standing at 138 meters tall, it is the largest of the three and the third tallest dam in India. Visitors typically experience this dam as part of a tour that includes the Idukki Arch Dam, as they are located very close to each other, impounding the same reservoir.
Plan your trip around the ideal season for the best experience
During the Onam and Christmas holiday seasons when the dam is open to the public, especially on weekends.
Weekdays during the designated public opening seasons.
The dam is closed to the general public for most of the year, so there are no visitors during these times.
Plan ahead with accurate pricing and visiting hours
Indian Visitors
₹40
Per person
Foreign Visitors
₹40
Per person
Opening Hours
9:30 AM — 5:00 PM
Open to the public only during specific festival seasons like Onam and Christmas for about a month. Closed on all other days. Last entry is usually at 16:30. Always confirm the exact dates and timings locally before visiting as they are announced by the District Tourism Promotion Council (DTPC) Idukki.
Adults: ₹40, Children (5-12 years): ₹20. This fee often includes access to both Cheruthoni and Idukki Arch Dams. Buggy service fee is extra, approximately ₹60 per person for a round trip. Fees are subject to change.
Find your way to this destination with ease
Address
Cheruthoni Dam, Vazhathope, Idukki District
Coordinates
9.8418, 76.9631
Nearest City
Idukki
Multiple ways to get to this destination conveniently
Cochin International Airport (COK) is the nearest airport, approximately 105 km away. From the airport, you can hire a taxi which takes about 3-4 hours to reach...
The nearest major railway stations are Aluva (AWY) around 107 km away and Kottayam (KTYM) around 110 km away. Both stations are well-connected to major Indian c...
Idukki is connected by a network of state highways. It is accessible by road from major towns in Kerala like Kottayam (110 km), Kochi (120 km), and Munnar (55 k...
Within Idukki, auto-rickshaws and local jeep taxis are the primary modes of transport. They can be hired from Cheruthoni town to get to the dam's entrance.
Learn about the story and cultural importance of this destination
Construction of the Cheruthoni Dam began in 1963 as part of the Idukki Hydroelectric Project, a major undertaking by the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) with technical assistance from Canada. The dam, built across the Cheruthoni River, a tributary of the Periyar, was completed and commissioned...
Cheruthoni Dam holds immense significance for Kerala as a cornerstone of its power infrastructure, contributing substantially to the state's electricity generation. Structurally, it is one of the tallest and largest concrete gravity dams in India, making it an engineering point of interest. Its uniq...
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