Tehri Dam in Uttaranchal

Tehri dam in Uttaranchal is the main dam of the Tehri Hydel Project, a major power project located near Tehri in the state of Uttarakhand in India. Towering 855 feet, the main dam at Tehri is 5th tallest dam in the world. The dam's projected capabilities include an power generation capacity of 2400 MW, stabilise irrigation to an area of 6,000 km² and add another area of 2,700 km², and a supply of 270 million gallons of drinking water to industrialized cities in Delhi,Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. If above spelled specifications regarding role and importance of tehri dam in Uttaranchal attracts you then plan a visit to this part of India. This place is the true example of nature and human mind beauty blend to experience how nature can blend with human artificial changes. Above line spelled the reason why tehri dam is termed as master piece created in the lap of nature.

Places of Interest Near Tehri Dam

Tehri Dam is the tallest dam in Asia and the fourth tallest rockfill dam in the world sprawling over an area of 45 sq. kms in the Bhagirathi and Bhilangana valleys near Tehri town. Explore this dam for enchanting pictures of nature and man mind combination in lap of nature. Apart from tehri dam in Uttaranchal below are the near by attractions that must be part of your visit.  

Chamba
Charming Chamba, is waiting for you it is just 60 kms from ganga beach resort on the road to Gangotri. It affords spectacular views of the snow-capped Himalayas and the serene Bhagirathi valley. It has gained importance as routes for Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Tehri and New Tehri converge here. The Chamba Mussoorie fruit belt is also famous for its delicious apples.

Dev Prayag
It is set on the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers and is considered to be one of the 'Panch prayag'. The town lies on the Rishikesh to Badrinath route about 70 kms from rishikesh. There are suspension bridges on the Bhagirathi and the Alaknanda. It is also the seat of the pandas (priests) of the Badrinath Dham.

Nagtibba
Nagtibba at an. altitude of 3,048 metres is a favourite destination for trekking and adventure sports. The thickly wooded region is noted for natural beauty. The view of lofty peaks, Mussoorie, Doon Valley and surrounding areas is truly enchanting. Pantwari, the base camp can be reached by bus from Mussoorie or Vikas Nagar. From Pantwari one has to trek for 8 kms amidst. dense forests. Other route is via Thatyur, which is connected by road to Mussoorie and Chamba.

Narendra Nagar
This erstwhile capital of Garhwallies on the main Rishikesh - Gangotri Yamunotri route. It affords a fine view of the Ganga and delightful Doon Valley. The sun set view from here is spectacular. This amazing mountain destination is just 16 Kms. from holy city of Rishikesh.

Khatling Glacier
The glacier amidst snowy peaks is the source of river Bhilangna and a popular trekking destination. The picturesque trek starts from Ghuttu, about 62 kms from Tehri.
 
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