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RANJIT SAGAR DAM

Thara Uparla, Pathankot, Punjab, India

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Also famous by the name of Thein Dam, Ranjit Sagar Dam is a prominent tourist attraction in Pathankot. It is a huge earthen dam that stands on the River Ravi that flows near the borders of Jammu & Kashmir. This dam is a part of the hydroelectric project that is located near the city of Pathankot. Ranjit Sagar Dam, due to its geographical location, it has been recorded as the highest earthen dam in the Indian subcontinent. It is an ideal place for spending a day’s itinerary. It is the highest earth filled dam in India. There is a municipal garden nearby and the tourists and locals use the dam site as a picnic spot. Families, especially children, would love to spend their evenings here. The surrounding hills and the lake is an ideal spot for relaxation and also for bird watching during migratory period. Hence, nature lovers and ornithologists will enjoy their visit here.

Suggested time duration

2 Hours

Crowded Period

Weekend

Best Season To Visit

March to July

Do's & Dont's

  • Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
  • Do not consume liquor.

Architecture

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Timings

Day Start Time End Time Adult Entry Fee Child Entry Fee
All Days
 10:00 AM 06:00 PM Free Free

Transport Connections

Name Distance Contact Number
Dalhousie Bus Stand
60 KM 9418000529
Budhi Railway Station
45 KM 139
Pathankot Airport
35 KM 01862100044

What to Carry

  • Carry Water Bottles and Snacks

Suitable For

Adults Elderly Children Infants

Facilities

Toilets

Parking

Parking is Available for 10 Cars

Nearest Town

Town Name Distance
Gharti 2 KM

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RANJIT SAGAR DAM

Ranjit Sagar Dam, Thara Uparla, Punjab

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