BHADRA DAM
Vadiyuru, Karnataka, India
Bhadra Dam is a beautiful dam built across the river Bhadra, and hence the dam derives its name. This location crowns itself as Chikmagalur’s key tourist attraction. Bhadra Dam is at a distance of 78 KM from the mainland of Chikmagalur. To amplify the agricultural prosperity of the surrounding region, Bhadra Dam project was undertaken by the National Water Management Project. It was mainly intended towards increasing rice cultivation. Today, this place serves as a significant irrigation source for the locals of the surrounding region to produce electricity.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
August to March
Do's & Dont's
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Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety
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Do not consume liquor.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 08:00 AM | 06:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Lakkavalli Main Bus Stand |
5.3 KM | 9449596666 |
 Masarahalli Railway Station |
3.8 KM | 139 |
 Kempegowda International Airport |
274 KM | 1800-425-4425 |
What to Carry
- Take water bottles & snacks.
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Parking
Parking is available for 5 Cars.
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Lakkavalli | 5.3 KM |
Nearest Temples
SRI KODANDARAMA TEMPLE
This temple was built in 13th century by Hoysala Empires
SRI CHENNAKESHAVA SWAMY TEMPLE
An architecture temple marvel that was built in the early 12th century by the Hoysala rulers
SRI VEERA NARAYANA TEMPLE
Temple is famous for it's Trikuta Architecture
SRI AMRUTHESHWARA TEMPLE
The temple was been built in 1196 CE
HOYSALESHWARA TEMPLE
The temple is a Dvikuta dedicated to Hoysaleshwara and Shantaleshwara
SRI MARKHANDAYA TEMPLE
This temple was built by Hoysala Empires
Nearest Attractions
Hill StationCHIKMAGALUR HILL STATION
Located at a height of 1900 meters
WildlifeBHADRA WLS
Mix of southern and Northern tropical dry deciduous forest
TrekkingMULLAYANAGIRI TREKKING
Famous for its coffee estates
WaterfallsHEBBE FALLS
Waterfalls gushes down from a height of 551 ft in two stages
FortMANJARABAD FORT
Situated at an altitude of 3, 240 feet
CavesMULLAYANAGIRI CAVE
This is the highest peak with an altitude of 1950 meters
MuseumSHIVAPPA NAYAKA PALACE MUSEUM
Named after the popular king Shivappa Nayaka of Keladi Nayaka dynasty
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