Tag: lakes

  • Major lakes of Haryana

    Lake NameLocationTypeArea / SizeKey Highlights
    Damdama LakeSohna, GurugramNatural~12.14 km² (3000 acres)Largest lake in Haryana; surrounded by Aravalli Hills; popular for boating & camping2
    Badkhal LakeFaridabadArtificial~40 acresCreated in 1947; nestled in Aravalli hills; once a major tourist spot2
    Sultanpur LakeGurugramNatural~325 acresBird sanctuary; migratory birds like Siberian Crane; upgraded to National Park
    Karna LakeKarnalArtificial~17 acresLinked to Mahabharata’s Karna; scenic picnic spot3
    Tilyar LakeRohtakArtificial~132 acresRecreational complex; boating, zoo, water park3
    Blue Bird LakeHisarArtificial~52 acresKnown for clear blue water; birdwatching hotspot3
    Brahma SarovarKurukshetraSacred Tank~670,000 sq ftMythological significance; linked to Lord Brahma; site of Gita Jayanti3
    Kotla LakeNuh (Mewat)Artificial~20 km²Lifeline of Mewat; built in 1838; supports irrigation & fishery3
    Surajkund LakeFaridabadArtificial~40 acres (est.)Built in 10th century; hosts Surajkund Crafts Mela3
    Basai WetlandGurugramNatural WetlandVaries seasonallyBiodiversity hotspot; habitat for endangered birds
    Sannihit SarovarKurukshetraSacred Tank~550,000 sq ft (est.)Believed to be confluence of Saraswati streams; solar eclipse rituals
    Hathni KundYamunanagarReservoir~360 meters longNear Tajewala Barrage; rafting & birdwatching site
    Masani BarrageRewariReservoirVariesIrrigation & flood control structure
    Pathrala BarrageYamunanagarReservoirVariesLocated on Yamuna River; supports agriculture

    🌟 Additional Lakes & Reservoirs

    • Dabur Lake – Murthal, Sonipat
    • Dehvatali Lake – Murthal, Sonipat
    • Dohla Lake – Sohna, Gurugram
    • Bhindawas Lake – Jhajjar (part of Bhindawas Wildlife Sanctuary)
    • Basolan Lake – Pinjore, Panchkula
    • Tikker Tal – Morni Hills, Panchkula

    📌 Notable Mentions

    • Largest Lake: Damdama Lake is the biggest in Haryana.
    • Most Sacred: Brahma Sarovar is deeply revered in Hindu mythology.
    • Best for Birdwatching: Sultanpur Lake and Blue Bird Lake.
    • Linked to Mahabharata: Karna Lake and Brahma Sarovar.