Pothundy Dam View Point Park

Dam landscape view was excellent, dam was not well maintained.

Pothundi Dam is an irrigation dam near Pothundi village in the Palakkad district of Kerala state, India. Constructed in the 19th century, it is considered one of the oldest dams in India. The dam is located en route to Nelliyampathy Hills. A beautifully landscaped, well-maintained dam garden beckons visitors at the entrance. With a plethora of rides and manicured trees and plants, the garden is built to provide happiness to children and elders alike.
Spanning the garden will take one to the toe of the dam. The steps to the crest of the dam might look strenuous, but it’s worth the effort. A stunning view of Nelliyampathy Hills awaits visitors at the top. Take a stroll along the crest to get a panoramic view of the reservoir in the backdrop of the hills on one side and green paddy fields on the other.

Pothundy dam is located enroute to Nelliyampathy wild life sanctuary, dam's landscape was so beautiful and nature friendly vibes visiting in the evenings will be more beautiful to see the sunset and all really liked the place, if you wanted to enter the garden there is small fee like 20 rupees per person at Entrance of the Garden 🥰👍 all d best safe travels ❤

Poothundi Dam is an Irrigation dam near Pothundi Village falling in Palakkad district of Kerala, India. This dam is considered one of the oldest dams in India which was constructed in the 19th century, it provides irrigation to an area of 5,470 hectares in Palakkad district and drinking water supply to Nemmara, Ayalur, Melarcode Panchayat. It is said that the core wall of this dam is built with a mixture of jaggery and quick lime.

You will witness this dam as soon you enter the forest Check post on your way to Nelliampathy, you will commence the climb up hill from here. Do stop by and enjoy the beautiful green forest with the sound of Peacocks and other creatures. The view of dam is very mesmerizing.

Pothundi Dam is a small earthern dam situated en route Nelliyampathy, a hill station in Palakkad District. It is about 35 km from Palakkad

Nice place to go with children.Place is on way to Nelliyampathy. Better visitvthis place at morning or evening.Its very hot at noon.

A peaceful retreat at an affordable price. One can visit here with ease. Must visit nearby destinations from Coimbatore. No food available here. A one day trip satisfied ! One should visit to enjoy the nature. Friendly guards. Roads and route has to be taken care.

Located around 42 km from Palakkad town, the earthen dam was built in the 19th century using a mixture of jaggery and quick lime instead of the usual concrete. Nestled at the foothills of Nelliyampathy Hills, the dam provides irrigation across 5,470 hectares in Palakkad district and caters to the drinking water needs of Nemmara, Ayalur and Melarcode panchayats. Constructed across Padipuzha and Meenichiladipuzha rivers, the dam forms a reservoir covering an area of 30km.

The dam is located en route to Nelliyampathy Hills. A beautifully landscaped, well-maintained dam garden beckons visitors at the entrance. With a plethora of rides and manicured trees and plants, the garden is built to provide happiness to children and elders alike.
Spanning the garden will take one to the toe of the dam. The steps to the crest of the dam might look strenuous, but it’s worth the effort. A stunning view of Nelliyampathy Hills awaits visitors at the top. Take a stroll along the crest to get a panoramic view of the reservoir in the backdrop of the hills on one side and green paddy fields on the other

When we visited dam had lots of water...very nice place ...great mountain views...surreal