Anayirankal Dam, Munnar - Best Attractions in Munnar

Anayirankal Dam, located around 20 KM from Munnar besides Madurai main road, this dam is an ideal setting for photography enthusiasts as the landscape is stunning. It is one of the largest earthen dams, built in 1960. The place is surrounded by thick forests and tea plantations. Thus, Anayirankal dam wears the prime colour of nature all around. Since a portion of the dam is into the reserve forest, the dam is also a major source of water for the wildlife living within the forests. The name itself tells us the wildlife intrusion to the dam, especially elephants. Anayirankal literally translates to “the place where elephants come to quench their thirst”. Boating facility to the tourists is handled by Kerala Hydel Tourism Centre (KHTC). If lucky, one can find wildlife at the banks while boating. The place also protects some rare species of birds too. The place has enough maintenance for the tourists with all the necessary facilities like eateries and excellent sanitary. With its location quite away from Munnar town, it is least visited.