Prakasam Barrage, Vijayawada

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

Location	Prakasam Barrage Rd, Vijayawada, Vijayawada (Map 📍)
Entry Fee / Ticket Price	No Entry Fee
Opening & Closing Time	The Prakasam Barrage is open 24*7 hours for visitors
Opening & Closing Days	Prakasam Barrage always open for visitors, you are anytime visit in this place
Place Type	Bridge & Dams, Sightseeing
Place visit with	Friends, Solo, Siblings, Youngsters
Best time to visit	January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Official Website	https://krmb.gov.in/html/project37.html 🔗

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.

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.

Nearby famous places

Hazarat Bal Mosque 0.3 km away
Lenin Statue 0.6 km away
Pvp Square Mall 1 km away
Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanam 3.3 km away
Ripples Mall 0.9 km away
Victoria Museum 1 km away
Bhavani Island 1.6 km away
Lazer Ops 1 km away
Undavalli Caves 3.1 km away
Gunadala Matha Shrine 1.6 km away
iB Cricket 1.3 km away
Jelly Beans 1.4 km away
Mangalagiri 5.5 km away
Trendset Mall 2.3 km away
Paritala Anjaneya Swami Temple 3.6 km away
Gandhi Hill 2.9 km faway
Rajiv Gandhi Park 2.5 km away

Attraction FAQs

Prakasam Barrage FAQs:

𝒬. Where is Prakasam Barrage located and what is its address?

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

𝒬. What are the entry charges, opening and closing time of Prakasam Barrage?

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..

𝒬. What are the best times to visit Prakasam Barrage?

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

More Attractions