Boating experiences on large water bodies is a magic in itself. The state of Telangana is home to many such unique experiences where one can revel in the sizzling waters on a modern and comfortable cruise. Boating on Nagarjuna Sagar is one such popular boating experience that is a huge draw with tourists all over.
Telangana Tourism operates a regular cruise service, covering the picturesque Nagarjunasagar Dam when there is sufficient water after heavy inflows. Nagarjuna Konda, where the ancient Buddhist excavations were found is in middle of the waters of Nagarjuna Sagar.
There are motorboats operating between Nagarjuna Sagar reservoir and the island of Nagarjunakonda. A one-way journey takes approximately 45 minutes and you can spend as much time exploring the island and the museum that houses rare artefacts from Buddhist era. The cruise proceeds along some exotic locations of Nallamalla forest and is a perfect way to savor your holiday.
A beautiful landscape and strikingly scenic water body adds beauty to the impressive structure. The turbines for power generation are located towards Nalgonda Telangana district. The dam derives its name from a nearby hillock and island called Nagarjunakonda, where an ancient Buddhist Guru had once lived. There is a famous and well-maintained museum here that houses ancient artifacts. Apart from the lake where regular boating facilities are provided, tourists can also visit other attractions such as Ethipothala waterfalls, and Srisailam Wildlife Reserve close by.
Apart from meeting drinking water needs, irrigation and power requirements, the dam is an attractive tourist destination owing to the large reservoir, the mighty flow when the crest gates are open present a panoramic view which enthralls tourists. Hyderabad is the nearest airport, which takes you to Nagarjuna Sagar Dam. The distance is around km. Print Share Facebook Twitter. The construction of the project with 26 crest gates has been undertaken to retain water from Srisailam Reservoir to Nagarjunasagar at Nandikonda Project.
Besides, the central hydroelectric station along the right and left canals from the Sagar Reservoir have been constructed. The project began in by former Prime Minister late Indira Gandhi.
From Vijayapurisouth, the dam flows km through the right-hand tunnel and plans are underway to irrigate 11 lakh acres of its territory. However, due to various developments, the extent of cultivation has been reduced. Similarly, arrangements have been made to fill more 11 lakh acres within km of the left canal by which 22 lakh acres will have water to irrigate.
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