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Harangi Dam, Karnataka
Harangi Dam is a reservoir and is on the Cauvery River in north Kodagu, in Karnataka.

Harangi Dam, KarnatakaThe Harangi Dam is a large and impressive dam on the Cauvery River in tranquil and unruffled surroundings. The dam is an ideal picnic spot and there are some short walks along selected paths. It is a beautiful reservoir nestled in north Kodagu, in Kodagu District of Karnataka. Harangi Dam lies about 36 km from Madikeri.

Harangi dam has a length of 846 meters and a height of 47 meters. It is the main picnic spot in Dubare and the forest of Dubare surrounds the dam. The offshoot of river Kaveri is close to the dam, which lies near Kushalnagar. One can access its beauty when the reservoir is fully filled with water during the monsoon period, primarily in the months August and September.

The site of the dam is best known for its quiet environment, beauty of calm and gentle breeze. Guesthouse facilities are available for tourists near the Harangi Dam, looking for settling calmly for a night on reservation from the public works department.

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(Last Updated on : 14/10/2010)
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