Pazhassi Dam and Reservoir.

 reservoir, dam

Description & Photos by Hamza Parappuram,
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Pazhassi Dam Is located 37 KM East From Kannur And 11 KM Away From The Birth Place Of Pazhassi Raja. The Pazhassi Dam Is Full Of Beautiful Natural Landscapes And A Most Popular Tourist Location In Kannur.

an ideal retreat for tourists, the dam site
is famous for its scenic beauty. The Kannur District Tourism
Promotion Council boats are available to navigate through
the river enjoying the silent beauty of Pazhassi dam. It is the
only reservoir with gardens in Kannur district. The garden is
a good attraction with sculptures. The added attractions of
the place are the gardens and children's park. The Buddha's
mountain at Pazhassi and the sculpture of Pazhassi King are visual delights.

The dam site is across the Valapattanam River, near Kuyiloor ( Kuyiloor puzha ).
This dam is near to the birth place of Pazhassi Raja. So the dam named after Raja. A visit to this
dam is really worth for who all are interested in boating. Tourism Promotion Council boats are
available to navigate through the river. It is a beautiful spot with a good garden and an amusement
park nearby.

This reservoir is mainly used for irrigation purpose. The water supply from this dam meets the drinking as well as the irrigation purpose of the whole Kannur district. This Project was
commisioned by Ex: Prime Minister Late: Mr. Moraji Desai in the yaer of 1979