Thekkady - Mullaperiyar Dam

Thekkady - Mullaperiyar Dam

Mullaperiyar Dam is a masonry gravity dam built across the famous Periyar River. It is located around 2,890 feet above the sea level. Mullaperiyar Dam is a prominent picnic spot in Thekkady. This beautiful spot is famous for speed boating. And the boating activities are arranged by the Forest Department. Boating across the mist-covered enchanting lake during the early morning is worth experiencing and is expected to provide a glimpse of the herd of elephants bathing and a wide variety of birds. The famous Periyar National Park is situated around the dam's reservoir which is home to many endangered species of animals and birds. And this protected area is classified as a biodiversity hotspot.