Nagarjunasagar Dam

Nagarjunasagar Dam is located in Andhra Pradesh state, Nalgonda district.The dam provides irrigeation with to the Nalgonda, Prakasam, ,Khammam ,Krishna and Guntur aling with Electric Power th the national grid.It is the one of the most prominent Buddist centres and attraction tourist spots in Andhra Pradesh .This is the 3rd largest lake in the world.

Nagarjunasagar project was officially inagurated by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru on 10th December 1955. After 12 years the reservior water was releasd into the left and right bank cancels by prime minister Indira Gandhi.

Nagarjunasagar is one of the most visited destinations in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India. It is located in the Nalgonda district of the state and is around 150 km from Hyderbad. Tracing the history of this modern township, you will know that it was warlier calles Vijauapuri, or the city of victory.

Vijayapuri was a then a major center for Buddist learning and went on to become the capital of ikshvaku kingdom. The ikshvaku kingdom ruled the region for 100 years and were great patrons of Buddhism. Their fame and along with them, the fame of Buddhism crossed boundaries to reach Srilanka, Myanamar, Indonesian archipelago, Thailand and China. To day Nagarjunasagar has three settlements – Vijaypuri or V.P.South, Pylon and Hill Colony.

Nagarjunasagar Dam is counted amongst the earliest hydro electric projects of India. The construction of the dam gave birth to the world`s third largest man made lake. A kere glance at the lake and the dam is enough to sweep you of you feet, The hugeness of the dam is captivating. The canals to its right and left ate called Bahadur canal and jawhar canal. The two serve the water needs of a large population of the area.

Nagarjunasagar Dam is also helpful for irrigation purpose and has contributed a lot in making Andhra the Rice Bowl of India. Nagarjunasagar – Srisailam Wildlife sanctuary. A motorboat ride  along the Krishna river will take you from Nagarjunasagar to Srisailam , Enroute, yoy will come across thick dense forest that is home to wild animals like tiger, panther, nilgai, sdpotted deer and wild boar. Enjoy a visit to this forest.

The beautiful Ethipothala Watactive for erfalls can be seen just 11km from the Nagarjunasagar Dam. The waterfall cascades down a hill from a height of 22metters and presents a breath taking beauty. There are alst caave temples around which make  the spot all the more attractive for picnic. You can also explore the Crocodile Breeding Farm which is located colsebby.

It is the one of the most prominent Buddist centres and attraction tourist spots in Andhra Pradesh and also Buddhist attractions Nagarjunakonda and Anupu and Waterfalls. Nagarjunakonda is located in the midst of an artificial lake and is an island museum which is one of toe kind in the region. The museum gives an appearance of a vihara or a monastery and preserves eith in a commenadable collection of relics of Buddhist art and culture.