One such marvel is the Kallanai Dam, located in modern-day India. Statue of the visionary Chola king Karikalan, whose brainchild was the Kallanai Dam. Beyond its utilitarian significance, Kallanai Dam holds profound cultural and historical importance. Of course, the Kallanai Dam is not completely original, as it was in Karikala’s time. Still, when all is said and done, Kallanai Dam is undoubtedly one of the oldest in the world.

Source: The Hindu December 28, 2023 15:12 UTC