MUKKADAL DAM:

Mukkadal Dam is known as the "natural earthen dam" because of its construction of clay and granite. Sree Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma made the decision and guided the construction of the dam over the Vambaru River in 1945. The dam is one of the best places for nature lovers and trekkers because it is placed against the backdrop of a forest and flanked by hills on three sides. The dam is a great place to spend the evening. The water splashing through the reservoir is a captivating sight.There is a park located adjacent to the dam that offers a beautiful view of the reservoir and the surrounding. A calm, serene and tranquil location, the Mukkadal Dam is a perfect location to enjoy a walk and for immense fun either alone, with family or friends.

If you're planning a vacation to Kanyakumari, put the Mukkadal Dam on your bucket list. This is a magnificent reservoir that attracts people to Tamil Nadu and Kanyakumari. You may access the tourist spot from Kerala and other regions in Tamil Nadu. For international tourists, the nearest airport is Trivandrum International Airport, while the nearest railway station is Nagercoil. The nearest towns are Azhagiapandipuram, Thuvarancaud, and Thovalai. The location is 40 kilometers from Kanyakumari and 84 kilometers from Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), making it accessible by road.

There are no costs for entering the Dam sections. Tourists are welcome throughout the year, unless unexpected disasters strike the area. The visit hours are from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day. You can witness the natural beauty of the area as well as the peaceful local life centered on agriculture. It provides a quick break from your technological life at a low cost.