With its gates overflowing, the magnificent Sardar Sarovar Dam on the Narmada River is currently a stunning sight to see. It is located close to Kevadia in Gujarat. Not only is the Sardar Sarovar Dam one of India's largest dams, but it is also a popular destination for visitors who come to enjoy natural wonders and human-made spectacles. At this time, with the dam at full capacity, it provides an amazing viewing experience that visitors from around the state and beyond flock to see by staying at Tent City Narmada.
A Majestic Sight on the Narmada
When the dam is overflowing, it becomes a visual wonder. The release of billions of litres of water cascading down its gates produces a thunderous sight that draws people in. The panoramic entertainment of the dam, the hills surrounding it, and the majestic river become even more impressive in the monsoon months when the dam is at its peak. Most viewers describe standing in front of one of India's grandest rivers in all of its free-flowing splendour as surreal.
Some Interesting Facts About Sardar Sarovar Dam
- The dam is located on the Narmada River, the fifth longest river in India, which is 1,312 km long and runs across the states of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Gujarat and drains into the Arabian Sea.
- The work on the Sardar Sarovar Dam started in 1979 and was put into use in 2017 by the Prime Minister of India.
- The height of the dam is 163 metres (which will soon be increased), it is one of the largest gravity dams in the world, and the second largest concrete dam by volume in India.
- The reservoir of Sardar Sarovar Dam is called Sardar Sarovar Reservoir and has a storage capacity of nearly 9.5 billion cubic metres and supplies water for irrigation, drinking, and hydropower use to states such as Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan.
- The dam has a power generation capacity of over 1450 MW, combining riverbed-based hydroelectric power houses with canal-based hydroelectric power houses.
- Over 40 million people benefit from the drinking water supply through the Sardar Sarovar Project, which makes it a true lifeline of western India.
Why Tent City Narmada Is the Premier Location to View
Tent City Narmada offers the finest possible location to see this spectacular sight due to its proximity to both the dam being viewed and the Statue of Unity. It has carefully planned viewing galleries, peaceful serenity, and its natural position in relation to the dam's water release points. It is the first place visitors should consider using to take panoramic photographs, experience the refreshing mist on their face, and observe the full-scale beauty of the dam. There are other locations, albeit congested roadside ones and preferred by locals, that are suitable for viewing, but they do not provide the convenience and comfort, and create dangerous conditions for memories, unlike Tent City Narmada.
Praveg Tent City Narmada, set among lush forested terrain in an elegant environment, makes the stay even more satisfying with its modern luxury tents displaying rustic style and charm. Each tent offers its owner breathtaking panoramic views, tranquil surroundings, organic food, and excellent service and hospitality, making it the ideal way to unwind after having absorbed the sights and wonders of the dam and surroundings.
More Than Just a Dam Visit
A visit to Sardar Sarovar through Tent City Narmada is more than just seeing water spill over. On the other side is the Statue of Unity complex, where you can experience the attractions of the Valley of Flowers, Glow Garden, Jungle Safari, and riverfront walks. This makes it a place not just for a half-day tour but a full-time trip or weekend for the family and friends to visit. The colourful atmosphere, cultural programs, and eco-friendly climate provided by Tent City Narmada ensure visitors leave with more than photos of their visit, leaving with a story about the experience.
The Best Time to Go
The dam is generally overflowing and spillage is observed at the height of the monsoon and early post-monsoon season when the Narmada River is swollen at the maximum flow. Early morning and evening visits are personally special with the golden light that happens as the sun sets behind the mountain, complementing the waterfall effect of the spilling dam. Because of tourist interest at the same time, it is wise to plan, knowing the locations you want to visit and how to see the view without heavy tourist crowds.
Final Words
You don't have to go outside of Gujarat to see an overflowing Sardar Sarovar Dam when it is in operating winter mode! This seasonal spectacle demonstrates the harmonious coordination of nature and human engineering, a living symbol of Gujarat's lifeline. For travellers on the lookout for that perfect view, Tent City Narmada is an unbeatable location at the moment; the thunderous Narmada, endless stretch of green, and vitality of a living, flowing river will leave you in a state of rapture.
