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💧 Nizam Sagar Dam: A Historic Reservoir on the Manjira River Nizam-era Engineering Marvel | Boating | Scenic Gardens | Kamareddy, Telangana 📍 Nizam Sagar Dam is a historic masonry dam built across the Manjira River , a major tributary of the Godavari, located near Achampet village in Kamareddy district, Telangana . Constructed between 1923 and 1931 by Mir Osman Ali Khan , the 7th Nizam of Hyderabad, the dam is the oldest dam in Telangana and was once among the largest dams in the world. The reservoir has a total capacity of 29.72 TMC and irrigates over 2.75 lakh acres across the region. Today, it is a popular picnic spot and weekend getaway, offering boating , beautifully landscaped flower gardens , and serene reservoir views. It is located about 144 km north‑west of Hyderabad [reference:0][reference:1][reference:2]. 💧 Built 1923–1931 🏛️ Oldest Dam in Telangana 🌊 Manjira Riv...

💧 Singur Dam: A Scenic Reservoir on the Manjira River Boating | Birdwatching | Picnic Spot | Sangareddy, Telangana 📍 Singur Dam is a medium‑sized irrigation and hydroelectric dam located across the Manjira River in Sangareddy district, Telangana , about 80 km from Hyderabad (≈2 hours drive). The dam was constructed to provide water for irrigation in the surrounding arid regions and also generates a small amount of hydroelectric power. The reservoir has become a popular weekend picnic spot for Hyderabadis, offering calm backwaters, boating facilities , and scenic views of the nearby hills. The area is also known for birdwatching – migratory birds visit the reservoir during winter. The dam is less crowded than other destinations like Nagarjunasagar, making it ideal for a quiet family outing. 💧 Manjira River 🚣 Boating Available 🦩 Birdwatching (Nov–Feb) 🏞️ Picnic Sp...

💧 Priyadarshini Jurala Dam: A Scenic Hydroelectric & Irrigation Project Krishna River Reservoir | Birdwatching | Picnic Spot | Nagarkurnool, Telangana 📍 Priyadarshini Jurala Dam (also known as the Jurala Project ) is a multipurpose hydroelectric and irrigation dam located on the Krishna River in Jurala village, Nagarkurnool district, Telangana . It is situated about 30 km from Kollapur , 70 km from Mahbubnagar , and 160 km from Hyderabad . The dam was completed in the late 20th century and named in memory of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s daughter-in-law (Priyadarshini Gandhi). It features a large reservoir with stunning views of the surrounding Nallamala hills, and is an excellent spot for picnics, birdwatching, fishing, and nature photography . The dam also generates hydroelectric power and irrigates thousands of acres in the region. 💧 Krishna River ⚡ Hydroelectric Project ...

🏞️ Koilsagar Dam: A Nizam‑Era Reservoir with Scenic Beauty Fishing | Boating | Sunset Views | Near Koilkonda Fort | Mahabubnagar, Telangana 📍 Koilsagar Dam is a medium‑sized irrigation reservoir located in Koilkonda Mandal, Mahabubnagar district, Telangana , about 145 km from Hyderabad (≈3.5 hours). Constructed during the Nizam era between 1945 and 1948 , it was built across the Peddavagu River , a minor tributary of the Krishna. The dam is about 10 km from Koilkonda Fort and 30 km from Mahabubnagar city . The western stretch of the reservoir is surrounded by hills, offering a picturesque landscape, especially during sunrise and sunset. It is a popular spot for fishing, birdwatching, picnics, and camping . The tranquility and natural beauty make it an ideal weekend getaway from Hyderabad, often combined with a trek to Koilkonda Fort. 🏞️ Built 1945–48 (Nizam Era) 💧 Peddavagu River (Krishna Tr...

🌊 Kadam Dam | Kaddam Narayana Reddy Project (KNRP) Godavari North Canal marvel – Nirmal District, Telangana 📍 Kadam Dam (Kaddam Narayana Reddy Project) is a major irrigation structure built across the Kadam River , a tributary of Godavari, located at Kaddam Peddur, Nirmal district, Telangana . The dam lies at the confluence of Kadam River into Godavari, about 2 km from Kaddam & Peddur Bus Stand, 51 km from Nirmal, 110 km from Adilabad and 267 km from Hyderabad . Conceived in the 1940s and completed in 1965, the project transformed drought-prone lands into fertile ayacut. Today it irrigates 68,000 hectares , supports drinking water for hundreds of villages, and is integrated with Sriram Sagar Project via Saraswathi Canal. 📅 Opened: 1958 🏗️ 1949–1965 💧 68,000 ha ayacut 🌊 Godavari North Canal 📛 KNRP 🌿 Eco‑tourism spot ...