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Introduction
The famous Neyyar Dam is situated on the foothills of the mighty Western Ghats at distance of 32 kms to the east of Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. The dam was constructed in 1958 on the basin of the river Neyyar and its tributaries - Mullayar and Kallar. The dam stands at 90-1800 meters above sea level. This picturesque dam site functions as a popular picnic spot with a placid lake, watch tower, crocodile farm, lion safari park and deer park. The locale - offering a breathtaking view of the mountains and the lake - is sure to charm you no bounds on your tour to Neyyar Dam. You can enjoy an enchanting boat cruise along the crystal clear waters of the lake. Situated close by is the Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary - home to a varied species of wild animals including elephants, wild buffaloes, sambar deer, wild boar, gaur, tigers, Nilgiri Tahr, jungle cat, Nilgiri langur and a variety of snakes. The sanctuary also abounds in exotic vegetation, ranging from tropical wet evergreen forests to grasslands. A crocodile farm-cum-breeding center was started here in 1977. The picturesque wooded and hilly landscape, dominated by the peak of Agasthya mountains, provides the visitors with the opportunity to indulge in adventure activities like hiking, trekking and mountaineering.
How to Reach
By Air: The nearest airport is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, about 38 km away.
By Rail: Nearest railhead is at Thiruvananthapuram, about 32 km away.
By Road: There is good roadway to the dam site, which is well-connected by regular bus services from Thiruvananthapuram city.
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