About Punganur Lake:
It is a man made lake which is created artificially so as to enhance the beauty of the place and attract the tourists so as to have better place for the people to visit and keep the life going as several people here rely on it for livelihood as it has been a tourist junction for years together. The periphery of the lake is around 57 sq meters and is a best place for boating and rowing. There is a beautiful flori culture garden in the neighbourhood where people can rest a while enjoying the beauty of the lake on one side. There is an open space for birds where different species of birds come to have their feed. In all, it is a wonderful place for all those who have loved nature to the core of their heart.
General Information about Punganur Lake:
Location: Yelagiri
State: Tamil Nadu
Capital: Chennai
Language: Tamil, Hindi, English
Temperature: Max 40˚C, Min 27˚C (summer), Max 29˚C, Min 20˚C (winter)
Best Season: November to March
How to Reach Punganur Lake:
By Air:
Bangalore is the nearest airport to Yelagiri. Bangalore is 145 km away from Yelagiri. Taxis are available and fare is about Rs 3000 from Bangalore to Yelagiri. Bangalore airport is well connected to most of the major airports in India and many in abroad.
By Train:
Jolarpettai is the nearest railhead, which is about 21 km away from Yelagiri. Jolarpettai is a main railway junction, connecting to other railway stations in India. Taxi fare is about Rs 450 from Jolarpettai railway station to Yelagiri.
By Road:
KSRTC buses connect Yelagiri with all major cities nearby. Regular bus services are available from Tiruoathur to Yelagiri (27 km), Bangalore (140 km), Chennai (250 km), Krishnagiri (40 km) and Vanayambadi (20 km).