An Interesting Twist in your Volunteering Trip - 6 Unique Lakes of India
India has a magnetic effect on the minds of tourists. Volunteers all over the world are attracted to the country for its cultural variance and astounding beauty. India is commonly called the ‘Land of Rivers.’ But, visitors can also come across unique lakes. While volunteering in India you can visit these lakes and know about them. This article speaks about some of those unique lakes.
Prashar in Himachal Pradesh
The Prashar Lake is a mystic water body situated amidst hills. It gets its name from sage Prashar. While volunteering in India you can visit the place and spend peaceful time on its bank. The lake stands in front of a temple dedicated to sage Prashar. The priests at the temple can tell you many stories that add to the myth surrounding the lake. It is said that the lake has immeasurable depth.
Sattal Lakes in Uttarakhand
The Sattal Lakes in Uttarakhand are located in the foothills of the Siwalik Ranges. They derive their name from the seven lakes that flow and meet in this area (‘sat’ means seven). The 7 lakes are Nal-Damyanti Tal, Panna Tal, Ram Tal, Sita Tal, Laxman Tal, Sukha Tal and Purna Tal. A visit to this region can surprise you with its sheer beauty, especially the point where the lakes meet.
Pangtong Tso in Jammu & Kashmir
When volunteering in India, you can take a trip to Jammu & Kashmir. While travelling from Leh to Ladakh, this specimen of picturesque beauty surprises your tired eyes. The lake is considered one of India’s beautiful lakes. It is 4000 m above the sea level and you must not miss the opportunity to experience this divine presence in the paradise on earth.
Loktak Lake in Manipur
The Loktak Lake in Manipur is indeed an unrealistic lake. It is the only lake to house a national park on it. The Keibul Lam Jao National Park is the one and only floating national park across the globe. There are islands called ‘Phumdis’ floating on the lake. The largest phumdis covers an area of about 40 km2. It is the biggest freshwater lake in north-eastern part of India. The lake plays an important role in maintaining the livelihood of the people around it.
Dal Lake in Kashmir
If you are in Kashmir, visiting Dal Lake should be your fist priority. It is 15 Km long and visitors can stay on houseboats on the lake. The houseboats were introduced by the British who used to spend their summers on this lake. Everything you come across on this lake is floating. Starting from gardens to vegetable markets, the lake offers you a floating lifestyle.
Lake Pichola in Rajasthan
Lake Pichola in Udaipur is the perfect getaway in the heat of the summer. Located in the ‘City of Lakes,’ it has palaces to entertain guests. It is a man-made fresh-water lake built in 1362 by a ‘Banjara’ tribesman. The constructions on the lake include the Lake Palace, Jag Mandir, Jag Niwas, Mohan Mandir, Udaipur City Palace and the Arsi Vilas. The lake is 4km long and is a soothing entity embalming the exhausted soul of a volunteer in India.
The Pichola Lake has an interesting role in the history of Rajasthan. It is said that Maharana Jawan Singh had once promised a tightrope walker half of Mewar, if she crossed the lake on a rope from the west bank to the east bank. Before she could reach the east bank, the rope cut off, she fell and drowned. Legend says that before drowning, she had cursed that the king would never have children. Interestingly, 6 of the 7 sons of the king were adopted.
Visit these astonishing lakes of India. Their structure, history and legends are going to surprise you. Indian lakes like the country itself have unique offerings for their visitors.
Prashar in Himachal Pradesh
The Prashar Lake is a mystic water body situated amidst hills. It gets its name from sage Prashar. While volunteering in India you can visit the place and spend peaceful time on its bank. The lake stands in front of a temple dedicated to sage Prashar. The priests at the temple can tell you many stories that add to the myth surrounding the lake. It is said that the lake has immeasurable depth.
Sattal Lakes in Uttarakhand
The Sattal Lakes in Uttarakhand are located in the foothills of the Siwalik Ranges. They derive their name from the seven lakes that flow and meet in this area (‘sat’ means seven). The 7 lakes are Nal-Damyanti Tal, Panna Tal, Ram Tal, Sita Tal, Laxman Tal, Sukha Tal and Purna Tal. A visit to this region can surprise you with its sheer beauty, especially the point where the lakes meet.
Pangtong Tso in Jammu & Kashmir
When volunteering in India, you can take a trip to Jammu & Kashmir. While travelling from Leh to Ladakh, this specimen of picturesque beauty surprises your tired eyes. The lake is considered one of India’s beautiful lakes. It is 4000 m above the sea level and you must not miss the opportunity to experience this divine presence in the paradise on earth.
Loktak Lake in Manipur
The Loktak Lake in Manipur is indeed an unrealistic lake. It is the only lake to house a national park on it. The Keibul Lam Jao National Park is the one and only floating national park across the globe. There are islands called ‘Phumdis’ floating on the lake. The largest phumdis covers an area of about 40 km2. It is the biggest freshwater lake in north-eastern part of India. The lake plays an important role in maintaining the livelihood of the people around it.
Dal Lake in Kashmir
If you are in Kashmir, visiting Dal Lake should be your fist priority. It is 15 Km long and visitors can stay on houseboats on the lake. The houseboats were introduced by the British who used to spend their summers on this lake. Everything you come across on this lake is floating. Starting from gardens to vegetable markets, the lake offers you a floating lifestyle.
Lake Pichola in Rajasthan
Lake Pichola in Udaipur is the perfect getaway in the heat of the summer. Located in the ‘City of Lakes,’ it has palaces to entertain guests. It is a man-made fresh-water lake built in 1362 by a ‘Banjara’ tribesman. The constructions on the lake include the Lake Palace, Jag Mandir, Jag Niwas, Mohan Mandir, Udaipur City Palace and the Arsi Vilas. The lake is 4km long and is a soothing entity embalming the exhausted soul of a volunteer in India.
The Pichola Lake has an interesting role in the history of Rajasthan. It is said that Maharana Jawan Singh had once promised a tightrope walker half of Mewar, if she crossed the lake on a rope from the west bank to the east bank. Before she could reach the east bank, the rope cut off, she fell and drowned. Legend says that before drowning, she had cursed that the king would never have children. Interestingly, 6 of the 7 sons of the king were adopted.
Visit these astonishing lakes of India. Their structure, history and legends are going to surprise you. Indian lakes like the country itself have unique offerings for their visitors.
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