Chandrampalli Dam

Chandrampalli Dam is a prominent tourist destination in the district of Gulbarga in Karnataka. It is a dam that stands on the River Bhima and was built under an irrigational project. It was constructed in the year 1976 for the provision of water to the nearby villages. Chandrampalli Dam has a massive height of 91 feet and a width of 926 meters. Over the years, it has emanated as a huge crowd puller due to its appealing surroundings that catch the sight of visitors on a huge scale.

It Is Known For:-
1)    Chandrampalli Dam is a major tourist attraction in Gulbarga that was set up as an irrigational project. Its construction brought a relief to the nearby village dwellers.

2)    This dam is popular for its scenic beauty. It has a beautiful backdrop of the misty mountains of the Western Ghats.

3)    The forests of Gottam Gotta also add more charm to the beauty of this dam.

4)    River Bhima serves as a prominent source of water to Gottam Gotta forest animals as well. Visitors often spot the animals like the deer, monkey, and elephant etc.

5)    River Bhima is a navigable water body and the activity of boating can be relished here as well.

Best Time To Visit:-
Chandrampalli Dam attracts the attention of visitors extensively. It is a favored picnic spot for many holidaymakers. Thus, it is visited throughout the year. However, the best time for visiting this site is during monsoons. It is the period when the tourists can witness the roaring waters spilling down from the high gates and get sprinkled by the cool water droplets.

Watch Out!
A visitor shouldn’t step into the water reservoir or go close to it, especially during a heavy downpour. Moreover, the waters should not be littered with the leftover food items or other garbage.

Reaching There:-
Gulbarga has a well-established connection to the highways, railheads, and airways that connect it with the rest of Karnataka and other states. Thus, reaching it isn’t a hassle. Traveling within Gulbarga can be done by hiring the local taxis, autos, and sharing shuttles.

Nearest Railway Station:- Gulbarga Railway Station
Nearest Airport:- Sholapur Airport