Tourist Place in Dhanbad
| Location: | Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India |
Temperature:
| Summer: 47°C,37°C: Winter:22°C, 8°C |
STD Code:
| 0326 |
| Best Times: | October to March |
Attractions:
| Maithon Dam, Dimna Lake & Dam, Topchanchi Lake, Panchet Dam |
Language:
| Hindi, Bengali,Bhojpuri, English, Punjabi |
Maithon Dam is situated at a distance of 52 kms from Dhanbad. Literally meaning, Mothers Abode, Maithon Dam is the biggest reservoir of the Damodar Valley Corporation Specially made for flood control, this dam has been built on the Barakar River. Maithon Dam has a unique underground power station which is first of its kind in South East Asia. Adjacent to the dam is a Deer Park and a Bird Sanctuary.
Dimna lake and dam is situated at 13 km away from the dhanbad. The lake is 5-7 km Long and about 2 km Wide with a depth of 60-70 ft. The water cycle offers a charming ride.
Topchanchi is an artificial lake, Topchanchi Lake lies at a distance of 37 kms from Dhanbad on National Highway 2. Topchanchi Lake is surrounded by lush green hills and it is an ideal for picnics.
Panchet Dam lies at a distance of 50 kms from Dhanbad. Built on Damodar River, the Panchet Dam is 22,155 ft long and 124 ft high. On the eastern side of the dam, a hydel power station has been constructed against the picturesque background of Panchet Hill.