Sondhur Dam — A place where nature resets your soul

Sondur Dam is an earthen dam built in the year 1988. The catchment area of ​​Sondur River is spread over 518 sq. km. This dam plays an important role in the irrigation of the urban area. The urban area is a green and refreshing area with dense vegetation and wild animals, which is an ideal place for picnic, fishing and outdoor trekking.

Introduction     

Sundur Dam is located in the Sihawa area of ​​the Nagari Block of Dhamtri. Built in 1988, the dam supplies irrigation water to the Nagari Block. It is also a good spot for bird watching. Fishing and other water activities are also conducted at the dam. The Sondur Dam is also being developed as an eco-tourism spot, which will boost tourism and generate employment/livelihood opportunities for the local population. The Sondur Dam is located 20 km from the headquarters of Nagari, on a narrow road that is no less than a lush green plain.

Sundar Dam is a green, water, forest, and terrestrial area in the Nagari block of Dhamtari district, rich in wildlife. It offers a wonderful place for meditation, a beautiful sunrise and sunset view, and a good place for picnics, fishing, or outdoor trekking.

Specialties of Sondhur Dam

• Helpful for irrigation in the construction of the urban block.
• Facilities like fishing.
• Facilities for boating/sunbathing.
• Natural areas with mountains and forests are ideal for picnics.
• Enchanting views for meditation and bird watching.
• Ecotourism is being developed around the Sundar Dam, which will not only support tourism but also local livelihoods.

Near by attraction:

• sihava hills or Shringi Rishi / Saptrish Ashram and The origin of Mahanadi, also known as the Ganga of Chhattisgarh.
• Mandagiri Hills.
• The ancient karneshwar mandir Temple was built in the 12th century.
• Danteshwari Cave and other caves.
• Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary.
• Gangrel Dam.

Sondhur Dam is a beautiful picnic spot from the natural point of view with lush green trees, plants, rivers, mountains and forests.

How to Reach:
By Road – The Sundar Dam picnic spot is located in the Nagari block, 50 km from Dhamtari. Dhamtari is well connected to the capital Raipur via the national highway and the state highway, which is 70 km away.

By Rail:– The nearest railway station to reach Dhamtari is Raipur Railway Station, which is part of the major railway network connecting various cities.

By Air:- The nearest airport is Swami Vivekananda International Airport in Raipur, which is approximately 78 kilometers from Dhamtari.

Conclusion:

Sundur Dam is an important destination for religious tourism. It is a rich place filled with greenery, water, forests, rivers, mountains, and animals. Adjacent to the Sihawa forest, it is famous for its clean natural air, sunrise and sunset, and activities like fishing. Due to this speciality of the area around the Sondur Dam, it is being developed as an eco-tourism destination.

Call to Action:

Sondur Dam is a natural place surrounded by hills and rivers. It is also being developed for eco-tourism. So how do you come to Sondur and enjoy the beauty of nature? If you are a nature lover then Sondur Dam should definitely be in your tourist list.  
Through the link given below you can see the beauty and religious significance of Dhamtari closely. 
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