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Chittar Dam
A pair of dams, Chittar I and Chittar II, built across the Chittar tributaries of the Kodayar river system in the Western Ghats foothills. Together with Pechiparai and Perunchani, they form the district's main irrigation reservoir network. They are visited for their forested, hilly surroundings.
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Chittar Dam
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Plan Chittar Dam
Typeheritage
Nearest basePechiparai
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryNominal entry fee
Nearest town/basePechiparai
DistrictKanniyakumari
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
A pair of dams, Chittar I and Chittar II, built across the Chittar tributaries of the Kodayar river system in the Western Ghats foothills. Together with Pechiparai and Perunchani, they form the district's main irrigation reservoir network. They are visited for their forested, hilly surroundings.
Chittar Dam is planned from Pechiparai, one of the travel bases in Kanniyakumari district. Use Pechiparai for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Chittar Dam — at a glance
TimingsDaily 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Best timeOctober to January
Entry: Nominal entry fee
Getting here
How to reach Chittar Dam
About 15 km from Kulasekharam; nearest railway Kuzhithurai (~25 km) or Nagercoil Junction (~40 km); nearest airport Thiruvananthapuram (TRV) ~65 km.
Twin reservoirs set among Western Ghats foothills; combine with a visit to nearby Pechiparai dam.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Pechiparai or nearby in Kanniyakumari, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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Chittar Dam — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Chittar Dam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Chittar Dam?
Entry: Nominal entry fee. Timings: Daily 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Chittar Dam?
Base yourself in Pechiparai or nearby in Kanniyakumari, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Chittar Dam?
About an hour.
What else is near Chittar Dam?
Nearby you can pair Pechiparai Dam (3.0 km), Thirunanthikarai Cave Temple (4.2 km), Thirparappu Falls (5.6 km), Bala Subramanya Swamy Temple, Vellimalai (9.1 km).
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