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Kuppanatham Dam
Kuppanatham Dam, built in 1987 on the Solai River near Paramanandal in Chengam taluk, is the second-largest dam in Tiruvannamalai district after Sathanur, storing about 700 Mcft. Set amid mountains, the surrounding village and its seasonal waterfalls are a popular local picnic spot. The scenic valley has featured in Tamil films including Marumalarchi and Samudhiram.
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Kuppanatham Dam
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Plan Kuppanatham Dam
Typeheritage
Nearest baseChengam
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseChengam
DistrictTiruvannamalai
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
Kuppanatham Dam, built in 1987 on the Solai River near Paramanandal in Chengam taluk, is the second-largest dam in Tiruvannamalai district after Sathanur, storing about 700 Mcft. Set amid mountains, the surrounding village and its seasonal waterfalls are a popular local picnic spot. The scenic valley has featured in Tamil films including Marumalarchi and Samudhiram.
Kuppanatham Dam is planned from Chengam, one of the travel bases in Tiruvannamalai district. Use Chengam for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Kuppanatham Dam — at a glance
TimingsOpen daily, roughly 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Best timeOctober to January, after the monsoon
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Kuppanatham Dam
Near Paramanandal in Chengam taluk, ~35 km from Tiruvannamalai; nearest railway Tiruvannamalai ~35 km; nearest airport Chennai (MAA) ~215 km.
Scenic picnic spot; the waterfalls flow best after the monsoon.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Chengam or nearby in Tiruvannamalai, 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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When is the best time to visit Kuppanatham Dam?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kuppanatham Dam?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open daily, roughly 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kuppanatham Dam?
Base yourself in Chengam or nearby in Tiruvannamalai, 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 Kuppanatham Dam?
About an hour.
What else is near Kuppanatham Dam?
Nearby you can pair Parvathamalai (11.2 km), Jawadhu Hills (14.6 km), Renugambal Temple, Padavedu (27.1 km), Sathanur Dam (27.5 km).
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