Ancient engineering: It is one of the oldest irrigation dams constructed around 2000 years ago, serving as India's oldest active dam.
Construction: Karikala Chola of the Chola Dynasty built it, and later in the 19thcentury it underwent modifications led by Captain Caldwell.
Construction: Karikala Chola of the Chola Dynasty built it, and later in the 19thcentury it underwent modifications led by Captain Caldwell.
Purpose: To divert water from the Kaveri River into the fertile delta districts for agricultural purposes, and enhanced to manage floods and increase irrigation efficiency.
Purpose: To divert water from the Kaveri River into the fertile delta districts for agricultural purposes, and enhanced to manage floods and increase irrigation efficiency.
Structural Details: Spanning 329 meters in length, 20 meters in width, and standing at a height of 5.4 meters, the Kallanai Dam remains a sturdy structure till date.
Structural Details: Spanning 329 meters in length, 20 meters in width, and standing at a height of 5.4 meters, the Kallanai Dam remains a sturdy structure till date.
Hydrological Impact: Located in Tamil Nadu's Trichy District, its strategic location helps regulate water flow between the Kaveri and Kollidam rivers.
Hydrological Impact: Located in Tamil Nadu's Trichy District, its strategic location helps regulate water flow between the Kaveri and Kollidam rivers.
Recognition: Also known as the Grand Anicut Dam, it is a critical irrigation asset and also a popular tourist destination, due to historical significance and scenic surroundings.
Recognition: Also known as the Grand Anicut Dam, it is a critical irrigation asset and also a popular tourist destination, due to historical significance and scenic surroundings.
Significance: It plays a vital role in the region's water management and agriculture, showcasing the Cholas’ hydraulic heritage.
Significance: It plays a vital role in the region's water management and agriculture, showcasing the Cholas’ hydraulic heritage.