A lake is a low part of the Earth’s surface where water from rain or other sources grows. Whether natural or man-made, lakes are the main source of water. They are home to a wide variety of aquatic life. Lakes distinguish the true aspect of a city. The lakes in India are classified as fresh and brackish water lakes.

India’s relaxing lakes are all about charisma. The Indian states have wonderfully located lakes that will take the breath away of every visitor. Whether you are in Kashmir or Rajasthan; In the Far East or in the South, the diversity of India is well reflected in the lakes here. For a lake expedition you can consult:

Dal Lake: This beautiful lake is located in the Kangra district in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It is located at an altitude of 1,775m. The lake is 6.4 km long and 4 km wide and covers an area of ​​10 square miles. It is one of the most beautiful lakes in India, a gift of nature to mankind. Dal Lake is connected with other lakes in the Kashmir Valley. One of the unique attributes of the lake are its Shikaras and wooden houseboats. The lake is divided into four parts, called Gribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin. The shoreline of the Lake is lined with gardens, parks and hotels. Mountains on three sides enclose the lake.

Pushkar Lake: Pushkar is a man-made lake located in the state of Rajasthan. It is located near the city of Pushkar. The lake is beautifully surrounded by deserts and hills on all sides. It covers the total area of ​​about 5 km. This lake is the hallowed lake of the Hindus, connected with Lord Brahma. The lake has around 400 temples, 52 palaces and 52 ghats. The lake is mainly known for its religious significance. Every year this sacred Pushkar lake attracts thousands of pilgrims from all over the world. Devotees flock here to take a dip in its holy water. It is believed that taking a bath in the lake can achieve moksha.

Lake Pichola: Located in the city of Udaipur, the scenic Lake Pichola is surrounded by hills, palaces, temples, and bathing ghats. There are islands at a regular distance in the lake, which have palaces or pavilions on them. The two most famous island palaces are: Jag Niwas and Jag Mandir. It is a huge lake with a length of 4 km and a width of 3 km and a depth of 30 feet. Its beauty is best in winters, which are set against the cool neighborhood of Rajasthan. The sunset over this lake is truly idyllic. It is this beauty of Lake Pichola that attracts a number of visitors every year. In the southern part of Lake Pichola is the Machhala Magra hill, dotted with huge trees. If you stop here, you can see the Eklinggarh fort. From the eastern side of the lake you can see the entire city of Udaipur.

Bhimtal Lake: Bhimtal Lake is situated in a small village of Bhimtal in Uttarakhand. It comes in the Nanital district (a famous hill station of Uttarakhand). Being the largest lake in the district and the second largest in Kumaon it is situated at an altitude of 1370 meters. The lake derives its name from the Indian epic (Mahabharat). Bhimtal Lake covers an area of ​​1701 meters by 265 meters. There is an island located in the middle point, which acts as an exquisite jewel. One can plan a boat trip to the lake and enjoy the beautiful scenic beauty of the place. Nestled amid the green hills of Kumaoun, Bhimtal Lake is a popular tourist spot.

Hussain Sagar Lake: Hussian Sagar Lake, the largest artificial lake in Asia, is located in the state of Hyderabad. The lake was manufactured to meet the water requirements of the people. This 24 km long lake connects the two traditional cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad, popularly known as the twin cities. The place where the lake is built is known as Tank Bund. The dam receives its water from the Balkapur River, which is connected to the Musi. The Bund contains a variety of 33 statues of famous personalities of the state. The main attraction of the lake is a colossal 16-meter-tall, 350-toned Buddha statue that stands in the middle of the lake, on the Rock of Gibraltar. This statue is made from a single piece of stone and is the largest statue in India. Hussain Sagar Lake is surrounded by four main gardens i.e. Indira park in the east, Sanjeevaiah park in the north, Lumbini park in the south and a stretch of green belt between Raj Bhavan road and necklace road . One of the interesting facets of this lake is that it offers wonderful moments for friends of the water.

Vembanad Lake: Vembanad Lake is located in Kumarakom, 15 km from the Kottayam district of Kerala. It is the largest brackish lagoon in Kerala. It covers an area of ​​two hundred square kilometers and is surrounded by the districts of Alappuzha, Kottayam and Ernakulam. Located at sea level, the lake is separated from the Arabian Sea by a small island. The width of the lake varies from five hundred meters to four kilometers with a depth from one meter to twelve meters. An exciting tourist spot and Backwater Tour destination, the lake offers exhilarating boating, fishing and sightseeing experiences. Vembanad Kayal, as it is called in the regional language, is a tank that acts against flooding. Local people in their attractive clothes are found looking for the tasty Karimeen fish. Kumarakom Tourist Village offers houseboat cruises and vacation packages. There are houseboats that cross one, making the trip unforgettable.

Chilka Lake: The vast and beautiful Chilka Lake is situated on the east coast of Orissa. The lake was formed at the mouth of the Daya River, which flows into the Bay of Bengal. Chilka Lake is also known as the largest brackish water lake in the country. It is 70 km long and 32 km wide. Several small islands are spread across Lake Chilka; the two important ones are the Barkul and the Rambha. One of the distinctive features of the lake is its rich floral system. It acts as a home for a large number of aquatic plants. Apart from this, it also has an exotic fauna. Nalabana Island is a popular bird sanctuary, famous by the name of Chilka Wildlife Sanctuary. The lake is also a popular destination for eco-tourism.

Roopkund Lake: This lake is located in the Chamoli district of Uttranchal. It falls on the way from Nanda Jat to Homkung and lies in the lap of Mount Trishul. Located at an elevation of 5029 m, the lake is a destination of the Raj Jat Yatra. A famous trekking destination, Roopkund is often called the ‘mystery lake’ as the ice on its surface begins to melt and presents a gruesome sight in summers as approximately three hundred human skeletons can be seen in the waters of the lake. It is a renowned destination for adventure seekers, offering energetic outdoors for hikers and the exciting option for adventure vacations. The snow-covered lake, surrounded by pebble glaciers and snow-capped peaks is a superlative sight.

Kangra Dal Lake: Kangra Dal Lake is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh, about 11 km from Dharamshala. This is a small lake of medium altitude at 1,775 m above sea level near a very beautiful village “Tota Rani”. The lake is surrounded by cedar trees and is considered blessed as there is a small mandir (shrine) of Shiva on its shore. A distinctive feature of this lake is that it has green water. It is the place from where the trekking and excursions in Himachal start.

Thus, India has a large number of lakes spread across the country, from Kashmir to Kerala and from Rajasthan to Assam. The hundreds of lakes found in the rich natural environment across the country attract large numbers of tourists and serve as picnic spots. Being close to them to experience the best.