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Gajanur is a village 12 km from Shivamogga in the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India. The Tunga River flows through the village. Gajanur is well known for the dam built across the river. 1 km from Gajanur there is place called "Sakkarebaylu" which is an elephant training camp run by the government of India. located on the banks of the Tunga
Gajanur is a village 12 km from Shimoga in the Shimoga district of Karnataka, India. The Tunga river flows through the village. Gajanur is well known for the dam built across the river. 1 km from Gajanur there is place called "Sakkarebaylu" which is an elephant training camp run by the government of India. located on the banks of the Tunga ...
Feb 21, 2024 · Spanning across the Tunga River, the reservoir formed by the dam creates a mesmerizing panorama, drawing visitors from far and wide to witness its beauty firsthand. Beyond its utilitarian functions, Gajanur Dam holds a special place in the hearts of the local community, embodying cultural significance and historical heritage.
Aug 10, 2014 · Gajanur Dam is built across the River Tunga and is one of the scenic picnic spots for the tourists. Surrounded by lush green fields, plantations and forest, dam is a feast to the eyes. QUICK FACTS
Gajanur Dam is a famous picnic spot. It is in a small village- Gajanur located at 12 kilometers from Shimoga, popularly known as ‘The gateway of Malnad’. The Tunga River flows through the village and dam is built across the river. It is the home for many beautiful birds.
The engineering uniqueness of this dam is that there are 22 crest gates and yet, it can handle the River Tunga's thundering flows during monsoon. Water from the dam is pumped to Bhadra Dam during the peak monsoon season, which is then further used to serve dry regions of the Chitradurga district.
Thunga flows through Chikmagalur, Shimoga and other districts to join Bhadra River at Koodli and then called ‘Tungabhadra River’ and further flows in Andhra Pradesh to merge in Krishna River. Thunga accommodates rare migratory birds and wild animals.
