The Periyar is the longest river and has the largest discharge potential in the Indian state of Kerala. It is one of the few perennial rivers in the region and provides drinking water for several majo
Fishing nets over Periyar
Periyar river at Bhoothathankettu near Kothamangalam, Ernakulam
Panoramic view of Periyar River from Bhoothathankettu Dam
Anamudi peak, on the right, is the highest point of the Periyar basin at 2,695 m (8,842 ft).
The Bharathappuzha, also known as the Nila River, Ponnani River, or Kuttippuram River, is a river in the Indian state of Kerala. With a length of 209 km, it is the second longest river that flows thro
Periyar River
…flow in the Periyar river. The Parambikulam Aliyar Project (PAP) agreement was conceived to harness and share the waters in the inter-State rivers in Bharathappuzha, Chalakkudypuzha and Periyar basins. Nirar and Anamalayar, tributaries of Periyar are covered under this agreement. Water from these rivers are transferred…
Bharathappuzha at Triprangode near Thavanur, Malappuram, India
Local fishermen in Bharathapuhza
View of the river at Tirunavaya