VISITING THE RANJIT SAGAR DAM
Important Note- A permission note from the authorities is required to enter the dam.
The permission note can be acquired from the Juigal Barrier which is around 15 kilometers away from the Ranjit Sagar Dam. The officers at Juigal Barrier will give you the permission slip. To get this permission slip, you will have to present valid government-issued identity proof. After receiving this permission slip you can move towards the dam. Many travelers are not aware of this fact and waste many hours going back to get a slip.
Some tourist cottages are covering the dam where tourists pay some amount and stay there. The payment and booking are done only at the entrance of the dame of those cottages. The cottages present a calm, serene stay for the travelers. Those who visit the dam must expend a day at these cottages. The number of cottages is limited and the cottages are given out on a first come first serve basis. If anyone wants a cottage for stay get there early and book the room before the rush comes in.
The visitors of the dam will also be permitted to enter the dwelling where the electricity is generated. Tourists also get a view of how the technology works inside it and learn about the process of the dam. In the Monsoon, the lake of the dam is brimming with water. At that time the sight of the dam looks beautiful. The visitors who come in monsoon season get the beauty of the dam and get the opportunity of seeing as well as touching the cool, clear water of the lake. The staff members of the dam are very supportive and helpful. They will explain everything so well. Your vacation and your visit will become more educational as well.
Another highlight of this dam is the newly erected wire bridge. This bridge is the second of its kind in the country, India. The pictures that are taken by the visitors are very aesthetic and visually pleasing. The view from the bridge is also very beautiful. The visit to Ranjit Sagar Dam is suitable for people of all age groups like middle-age, young, teenagers, and old age people. The travelers who come here have a pleasant experience about the Ranjit Sagar Dam.
Another attraction of the Ranjit Sagar Dam is flora and fauna that increase in the purlieus of the dam. Sometimes in a year, the visit of migratory birds is also seen here. Various animals like hares, wild rabbits, foxes, and birds can also be spotted near the dam area. Dhabas and shops are selling hot food and memento can be found close to the dam which makes the dam a perfect destination place for the tourist. The dam becomes highly crowded during festivals and public holidays and it is difficult for the tourists to enjoy the scenic beauty around the dam. So, it is recommended that the tourists who enjoy the beauty of the dam can visit the dam during the weekdays or weekends.
The best months to visit the dam are August and September. During these months, the lake of the Ranjit Sagar Dam is full and the scenery is at its best. The lake of the dam is dry during the summers. The climate of this area is always pleasant. The best time to visit the dam is mid-day because if you can get lunch at that time, the dhabas near the dam will provide a quick hot lunch for the visitors.
