Neyyar dam is a gravity dam on the Neyyar River in Thiruvananthapuram district of Kerala, South India, located on the foot of the Western Ghats about 30 km from Thiruvananthapuram. Lying against the southern low hills of the Western Ghats, Neyyar Dam has a scenic lake. The Neyyar Wildlife Sanctuary of which the dam is a part is the habitat of over a hundred species of fauna including Asian Elephant, Tiger, Leopard, Slender Loris and reptiles like King Cobra, Travancore Tortoise, etc. A crocodile breeding centre and a lion safari park are also located in the dam site. Attractions; Lion safari park,Boating, Deer park, Crocodile Rehabilitation and Research Centre, Miniature wild life sanctuary, Lake garden, Swimming pool, Watch tower, Elephant riding etc.
Neyyar Dam – Thiruvananthapuram – Kerala – India.
