About Kanigiri Reservoir
Kanigiri Reservoir is an artificial reservoir located near Buchireddypalem in Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh. Built for irrigation and drinking water supply to the surrounding region, it forms a large water spread amid agricultural fields and scrubland. The reservoir is known locally as a calm water body that fills during the monsoon, offering open views, seasonal bird activity and a quiet rural setting visited for short sightseeing and photography.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a broad, open reservoir with earthen embankments and a wide water expanse surrounded by flat farmland and sparse vegetation. There is no formal tourist complex; the site is largely undeveloped with informal access points along the bund. Visitors can walk along the periphery, view the water, observe seasonal birds and take photographs in a quiet, rural environment.
Key highlights
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Large water spread with open views over surrounding farmland
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Seasonal bird activity during post-monsoon and winter months
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Quiet rural setting suitable for photography and sightseeing
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Earthen bund providing panoramic views of the reservoir
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Local irrigation reservoir illustrating regional water management
History of Kanigiri Reservoir
Constructed as part of regional irrigation and water supply infrastructure in Nellore district to store monsoon flows for agricultural irrigation and drinking water needs of Buchireddypalem and surrounding villages.
Route
| By air | Nearest airport is Tirupati Airport (Renigunta), with onward road journey to Nellore and Buchireddypalem |
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| By train | Nearest major railhead is Nellore Railway Station, with onward road connection to Buchireddypalem and the reservoir |