The golden hue of glistering lakes feels the quintessential setting for a post-pandemic outdoorsy vacation. And the country certainly has plenty of destinations to choose from—after all, there are well over 177 in the state of Karnataka alone. But just as tranquil and serene as these freshwater locales are the small towns perched on their shores. Offbeat trails leading to natural treasures, highlands, and camping nests draw visitors looking to slow down and unwind from busy city life. From Kashmir to Uttarakhand, these lake towns are worthy of a spot on your list for a thrilling escape near the water or just relaxing on the seashore and taking in the postcard views.
Mirik, West Bengal: Situated on the banks of Sumendu Lake, Mirik is incredibly famous among local people for a short outing to the slopes. Specked with plentiful orange plantations and tea bequests, Mirik is less overpowering than the more jam-packed Darjeeling. The best thing to do while here is to do as little as could be expected, and let the outside air and the restoring energy fill you and your wandering soul.
Aru, Jammu and Kashmir: Tarsar Lake, situated in Aru in the Anantnag locale of Jammu and Kashmir, is encircled by knolls specked with conifer trees, mountains and ravishing views on snowcapped highlands. It is isolated from its sister lake, Marsar, by a mountain range that you must trek to for amazing views of the regions surrounding the lake.
Bhimtal, Uttarakhand: The Bhimtal Lake is perhaps the most famous in the state and draws more than 1,000,000 sightseers every year. The lake is spread over a space of 47 sections of land, with a gigantic dam and an aquarium based on an island at the focal point of the lake, making it a significant vacation spot in Uttarakhand. It is the biggest lake in the Kumaon area of the state, which is known for its many water bodies.
Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh: When in Tawang, you can not ignore the delightful scenes that encompass the few lakes all through. While there are 108 lakes in and around Tawang and all are similarly delightful, there two or three of them that would blow your mind. Every one of the lakes is viewed as of extraordinary strict importance in Tibetan culture that you can learn more about on India tour packages.
Thane, Maharashtra: Thane City is one of the seven urban areas in the Thane Taluka (District). While it’s anything but an alternate locale, it lies directly close to Mumbai and falls under the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. The spot is encircled by upwards of 35 lakes and is known as the City of Lakes. The city is green and has cleaner air and many lakes where you can head down to spend some leisure time amidst the beauty.
Warangal, Telangana: Pakhal Lake arranged amid undulating woods land slopes and dales is a well-known retreat for the sightseers. The lake built around 1213 A.D. by Kakatiyan Ruler, Ganapatideva is spread over a space of 30 km2., gives a wonderful site. Set around the shores of this lake is the Pakhal Wild Life Sanctuary with a space of 839 km2. It is a thick woodland cover for a wide range of fauna.
Saputara town, Gujarat: Saputara Lake, arranged in the valley amid rich plant life, is one of the significant attractions and offers sailing offices accessible on the lake. The town flaunts some excellent nurseries like the Step Garden, Rose Garden and Lake Garden. The ropeway, known as the Pushpak Ropeway, is another famous vacation destination since it gives an elevated perspective of the encompassing region.
Puri, Odisha: Situated at the mouth of Daya River, Chilika Lake is the biggest and perhaps the most well-known lake in Odisha and there is not even a shadow of a doubt. Spread over Puri, Ganjam, and Khurda locale, Chilika Lake is a staggering waterfront tidal pond and the biggest saltwater lake in India and the second biggest on the planet.
Saitual Village, Mizoram: “Lake of Mustard” or Tam Dil is perched close to Saitual Village, about 87.5 km from Aizawl. Having been created as a significant pisciculture area by the Fisheries Department and an occasion resort by the Tourism Department, these are perhaps the most visited lakes in the state. The lake and the encompassing thick timberland are home to wide types of trees, plants and creatures.
Moirang, Manipur: Loktak Lake is one of the most popular natural attractions of Manipur. It is a freshwater lake, otherwise called the drifting lake, nestled in Moirang around 45 Km from the state capital Imphal. There are a few islands on the lake (privately called Phum commotion). These round-formed skimming islands have cabins expand on them by the neighbourhood anglers which give this island its special look and character.