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Prakasam Barrage, Vijayawada

Prakasam Barrage: One of the best places to visit in Vijayawada

Entry Fee & Ticket

No Entry Fee

Opening Time & Days

Prakasam Barrage always open for visitors, you are anytime visit in this place The Prakasam Barrage is open 24*7 hours for visitors

Best Time to Visit

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

Place visit with

Friends, Solo, Siblings, Youngsters

Place Type

Bridge & Dams, Sightseeing

Official Info

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About Prakasam Barrage

Prakasam Barrage is existing on the Krishna River whose construction was completed in the year 1852-1855. The barrage was constructed to facilitate irrigation of large tracts of agricultural land and is one of the first major irrigation projects undertaken in South India. Prakasam Barrage has three canals that run through the city of Vijayawada, giving it a different view. Apart from irrigating vast tracts of agricultural land, the dam provides a spectacular view of the lake and has become a major tourist attraction of Vijayawada.

Architecture of Prakasam Barrage

Prakasam Barrage was designed by Sir Arthur Cotton and built by Capt. Orr. Prakasam Barrage has a length of 1223.5 meters and was built to irrigate 5.8 lakh acres of Ayakat.

Interesting facts about Prakasam Barrage

It is one of the first major irrigation projects in South India and helps irrigate about 12 lakh acres of land.
The cool breeze and calm waters make it a favorite picnic spot for tourists.
prakasam barrage has been built on the Krishna river connecting the road bridge between Krishna and Guntur districts of Andhra Pradesh.
It has gorgeous light display at night and is a great place for couples to escape the city.

How to reach Prakasam Barrage

By Rail

The distance from Prakasam Barrage to Vijayawada railway station is 2 km, you can take a rickshaw from here.

By Bus

Hanumanpeta Bus Stop is at a distance of 3.1 km from Prakasam Barrage.

By Road

Vijayawada is well connected by all road routes, you can take auto, rickshaw to reach Prakasam Barrage which you will get easily here.

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Prakasam Barrage FAQs:

𝒜. It is located at Prakasam Barrage Rd, Vijayawada, Vijayawada.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Prakasam Barrage: Prakasam Barrage open from 12:00 am to 11:59 pm all days in week, No entry fee..

𝒜. You should visit Prakasam Barrage during January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December months for best experience.