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Vaigai Dam

Name: Vaigai Dam
Address: Guest House Rd, Melmangalam, Tamil Nadu, IN

Melmangalam, Madurai

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Vaigai Dam is a towering post-independence irrigation project built across the plains in 1959. Visitors can climb about 100 steps to reach the top for a full view of the storage area and beautiful surrounding landscapes. Morning and evening are the best times to visit when temperatures drop and there is a gentle breeze.

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Viewing bridge at the topChildren's play areaScenic reservoir views

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