The Stanley Reservoir (also known as Mettur dam) is one of largest fishing reservoirs in South India. Its main source of water is the River Kaveri (Cauvery). Three minor tributaries Palar, Chennar and Thoppar enter the Kaveri on her course above Stanley Reservoir.
Hogenakkal Falls or Hogenakal Falls is a waterfall in South India on the river Kaveri. It is located in the Dharmapuri district of of Tamil Nadu,
Mahadeshwara Temple is a pilgrim town located in the Kollegala taluk of Chamarajanagara district of southern Karnataka. It is situated at about 40 km from the hotel.
A Beautiful park opposite to Dam was formed with Lawns, fountains. This park attracts large number of tourists from nearby districts.
This bridge is a landmark structure built by the British in 1934.
Boating in Hogenakkal is allowed during the dry-season as the water falls are not strong enough to disrupt the passage of the boats.
PANNAVADI near Mettur offers Coracle (Parisal) ride at certain water levels at the Dam.
The Old Church is one of the submerged ancient structures under the dam waters of river Kaveri and is visible only when the dam water storage levels are low. It is located around 8 Kms from the Mettur Town.
Muniappan ( Forefather) is an ancient and very popular village deity of Mettur. He is also known as "Aiyanar" ( Revered Father).
