53WX+C6 UPPER DAM (AYODHYA HILL), Barria, West Bengal 723143
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UPPER DAM (AYODHYA HILL) - Featured Reviews (155)
This dam is located at the heart of ajodhya Hill. It is one of the main tourist attractions of ajodhya Hill. it's a beautiful and mesmerizing place to visit. You will certainly enjoy the dark blue water of the dam, the cold breeze brushing through your hair and the calmness of the place. It's easily accessible via an absolutely beautiful road surrounded by lush greenery and hills.
An engineering mega structure where there is water one side and forest other side! Situation at a very high altitude this provides water and hydel energy to the garms near by. As heard from the locals that it was built by the Japanese and is under their lease. Could be used as a tourist destination with introducing boats and other water activities. The view of the sunset will mesmerise your from its dyke
This Upper dam creates a lake more than a kilometer long, which is also the major source of water in these arid regions. The lakeside road is one of the best spots to catch the sunset over the Ajodhya Pahar.
By Air
The nearest Airport to Purulia is Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi which is about 87 km to Ajoydha Hill. From there, you can take bus or train to Purulia.
By Train
Rail distance of Purulia from Kolkata is 322 km. Purulia
Railway station is present in the Purulia town which is managed by the
South Eastern Railways and is on the Adra-Tata Nagar rail route. Trains
from Kolkata are available for Purulia on regular basis. Some of these
trains are Chakradharpur Express(18011), Rupasibangla Exp (12883),
Howrah Purulia Exp (12827) etc. The minimum time a train takes to reach
Purulia from Kolkata is 5h 25m.
By Road
It is well connected by road with Kolkata and surrounding towns like Bankura, Asansol, Bokaro, Jamshedpur,Ranchi and other parts of the state.
Upper dam Ayodhya hill.situated in the heart of the Ayodhya hill. Upper dam is a lovely viewpoint to visit. We have visited the place during the last week of June. The rainy weather make the place more beautiful. The place is surrounded by water in one side and beautiful forest by the other. There are no places to eat but you will find a few vendors selling toys and souvenirs at the end of the road
Upper dam Ayodhya hill.situated in the heart of the Ayodhya hill. Upper dam is a lovely viewpoint to visit. We have visited the place during the last week of June. The rainy weather make the place more beautiful. The place is surrounded by water in one side and beautiful forest by the other. There are no places to eat but you will find a few vendors selling toys and souvenirs at the end of the road
Ajodhya Damp is a popular tourist destination located in the Purulia district of West Bengal, India. It is a picturesque dam and reservoir surrounded by scenic landscapes and hills. The name "Ajodhya" is derived from the Sanskrit word meaning "land of invincibility."
The dam is situated on the river Subarnarekha and serves as an important water source for irrigation in the region. It is known for its serene ambiance and offers a peaceful retreat for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.
Ajodhya Damp attracts visitors with its tranquil waters, lush greenery, and rocky hills. The surrounding area is dotted with dense forests, waterfalls, and vast meadows, making it an ideal destination for hiking, trekking, and picnicking.
Adventure enthusiasts can indulge in activities like rock climbing, rappelling, and nature walks in the vicinity of the dam. The hills provide excellent opportunities for trekking, with trails that lead to scenic viewpoints offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscape.
Ajodhya Damp is also home to diverse flora and fauna, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. The area is known for its avian population, and visitors can spot various species of birds in their natural habitat.
The serene atmosphere and natural beauty of Ajodhya Damp make it an ideal destination for a peaceful getaway or a day trip. It offers an escape from the bustling city life and allows visitors to connect with nature while enjoying outdoor activities in a picturesque setting.
The scenery is good. On one side a beautiful dam and on another side dense hilly forest.
It's nice you can have a huge water body and forest view good place to chill with your friends family and partner there's not much shed or trees so if it's sunny carry your cap other than that it's really beautiful must visit place
Ajodhya is the Crown of Purulia district. It is really a awesome place in west Bengal state. The green valley will make you feel like Himalaya and the sea green coloured Upper Dam will capture your eyes. You can feel that you are standing in the Heav
It's a cascading water fall. Its water is the very clear. One can see through it as if it were a piece of glass. The water slid down smoothly as it fell, having no problems with the giant drop. The sleek sapphire descent was simply staggering to obse
A wonderful sight of natural beauty... Around 7kms from Ayodhya hill top. A must visit place. The pathway is not so easy to reach to the downward side, be careful and not recommended for the elderly persons.
When I visited back in 2014, heaven resides there.Nature will embrace you and you will feel the peace around you.
I recently visited in 2019,the place has changed a lot.The colour of the lake has changed,so as the greeneries has vanished.This happene
I'm visiting this place last 2 days ago 03/10/2020 . This place place view is to good , bird eye view . And dam pictures and other things is mind blowing.
So , my request is please visit this place . And help is Tourism and staying local poor village
Very nice place with a wonderful view of hill.
This artificial dam is a part of Purulia Pumped Storage Project owned by Electricity Board of West Bengal Government.
Due to it's high altitude, you can get an extraordinary view of the whole area full o
Came out when rocks, used for construction of the dams, were dug for. Many touristy shops have come up, hope they keep the area clean. A small stream of water comes out through the rocks where someone has placed a cut out of a plastic bottle.
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The most popular tourist destination of our purulia is Ajodhya Hill. This is a perfect combination of hills, forest, serpentine road, dales, placid lakes, river, stream, hydro-project and many more. The vast extent of greenery and serpentine roads
Excellent place to visit for those interested in knowing about hydro electric power generation as well as those looking for lush greenery.
The upper dam has a beautiful view on both sides of the dam. There is a wide area to park vehicles at one end.
The location of the lodge is very beautiful. The staffs and the owner are very well welcoming. The food is also very homely. The only one thing has to be changed or rather better is the room condition. Otherwise it is one of the best place to stay du
