Mathur Aqueduct

The Mathur Aqueduct is a footbridge and water channel in Kanniyakumari district, Tamil Nadu, serving both agriculture and pedestrians. The structure spans above the dry riverbed of the Pahrali River on concrete supports and carries an open channel of irrigation water across the valley.

The aqueduct was completed under the leadership of Chief Minister Thiru K. Kamaraj, who wanted to provide a reliable water supply to farmers in remote areas. The project emerged in response to irregular rainfall that often left fields dry for months at a time.

The structure takes its name from the nearby village of Mathur, where the bridge was built to carry water to fields that lacked reliable sources. Local families come here for evening walks and enjoy views of the surrounding valley while water flows above their heads.

The structure is reached by access roads and rises noticeably above the valley, which may feel dizzying to some visitors. Sturdy footwear is recommended, as the pathways above the structure can be uneven and the height requires sure-footing.

The open concrete channel of the structure is visible along its entire length, allowing visitors to watch flowing water directly while walking above it. The water moves purely by gravity, following a gentle slope without requiring external pumps or pressure systems.