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Vazhani Dam, Kerala
Vazhani Dam is constructed on the Wadakkanchery River in Kerala.

Vazhani dam is one biggest dam made purely of clay. The water of this dam is mainly used for irrigation and drinking. The Vazhani dam is an integral source of water for the people of the Thrissur district. Many renovations are being made to the Vazhani dam, in order to make it a tourist center. This is an earthen dam with a length of 792.48 metres standing across the Wadakkanchery River. The Vazhani dam stands 10 km away from Wadakkanchery town.

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(Last Updated on : 15/10/2010)
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