The Cheruthoni Dam is built across the Cheruthoni River, which is one of the major tributaries of the Periyar River. The dam supplies hydroelectric power to the region. Vazhathope, Karimban, Thadiyanpadu, Manjappara and Maniyarankudi villages are located close to this dam.Constructed in 1976, the largest concrete gravity dam in Kerala, Cheruthoni, is located close to Idukki Arch Dam,With an altitude of about 3900 ft.Cheruthoni Dam is easily accessible from Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary, built across the Periyar River, it is also the third highest dam in India.
The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB), which looks after the dams, rents out boats for the two-hour cruise between Cheruthoni and Kulamavu. Visitors get splendid views of sunrise and sunset from here.
How to Reach: Nearest Railway Station: Kottayam
Nearest Airport: Cochin International Airport
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