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Multicultural India
Tour 43
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Introduction
We here by take the
Opportunity to introduce the Lake Districts of Himachal
Pradesh.
The most exotic
lakes of Himachal can be reached on foot with short treks
ranging from 3 to 4days and also Short Jeep Safaris . We have
seen the most Exotic and splendid beauty of Himachal Pradesh
. The Lakes of Himachal can be combined with one of our
tours.
Lakes of Himachal is
truly speaking, Gods best gift to mother nature that we have
seen and experienced.
Do contact us if you
would like to know more.
Goamit Holidays
Amit Kothari |
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RENUKA LAKE
LOCATION:
Renuka lake (672 m) is connected by road and lies in
Sirmour district. It is
123 k.m. from Parwanoo, 60 k.m. from Paonta Sahib and 37 k.m.
from Nahan.
With a
circumference of 3214m, Renukaji is the largest natural lake
in Himachal. Shaped like the profile of a reclining woman,
this is regarded as the embodiment of the goddess Renuka. Near
the lake's feet is another lake held sacred to her son,
Parshurama. Both have temples built around them and the main
temple to Renuka is regarded to have been built overnight in
eighteen century. The lake lies in a long valley and
surrounding slopes are covered with thick woods. Boating
facility is available at the lake.
ACCOMMODATION:
Hotels /Resthouses /Camps
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REWALSAR LAKE |
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LOCATION:
At an altitude of 1360 m in district
Mandi, 24 k.m. from
Mandi town.
It is square shaped with a shoreline of 735 m, this dark jewel
rests on a mountain spur and is protected by a dense
vegetation. The spot is held sacred by Hindus, Sikhs and
Buddhists alike. Legend has it that the great teacher and 'Tatric'.Padmasambhava
used his enormous power to take fight to Tibet from Rewalsar.
Also known as Guru Rimpoche, it was under Padmasambhava's
influence that Mahayana Buddhism took root in Tibet at
Rewalsar, his spirit is said to reside in the tiny island of
floating reed that drifts over the water. There are three
Buddhist monasteries at Rewalsar. Rewalsar has three Hindu
temples which are dedicated to Lord Krishna, Lord Shiva and to
the sage Lomas. A small zoo is maintained near the lake.
The lake of Kunt Bhyog (1750 m above sea level) lies above
Rewalsar as do six other lakes of mythology. These are
associated with the escape of 'Pandavs' from the burning
palace of wax-an episode from the epic, Mahabharta.
ACCOMODATION: hotels and rest houses |
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KHAJJIAR LAKE |
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LOCATION:
At an altitude of 1900 metres in district
Chamba, 16 k.m. from
Dalhousue and 25 k.m. from Chamba.
Fed by tiny streams,this small lake lies at in the centre of
large Khajjiar glade. The glade and the lake are held sacred
to Khajjinag- after whom the place is named. Khajjiar has
thick forest of the Kalatope sanctury surrounding its soft
green grass.( Horse Safari for groups can be arranged for
viewing Chamera lake atop the mountain along with Kalilash
Mani Mahesh peaks}
ACCOMODATION: Hotels /Resthouses |
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CHAMERA LAKE |
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LOCATION:
In district
Chamba, this is the
reservoir of the Chamera dam built over the river Ravi.
Phase-I of the project generates 540 MW of electricity.
Phase-II which is under way will add another 300 MW. The lake
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DASHIR LAKE |
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LOCATION:
At an altitude of 4270 metres near the Rohtang pass that
connects district
Kullu andLahaul.
Also known as Dashaur and Sarkund this attractive lake has a
depth of 3 metres.
Trekking and Camping services starting from Manali
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SERUVALSAR LAKE |
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LOCATION:
At an altitude of 3100 metres in district
Kullu 20 k.m. from Ani
in the direction of the jalori pass. This lake has a
picturesque setting amidst pine forest.
ACCOMODATION: Hotels , Rest houses and Camps
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PRASHAR LAKE |
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LOCATION:
At an altitude of 2730 metres in district
Mandi, 40 k.m. from
Mandi town. The deep blue water at this beautiful lake is held
sacred to the sage Prashar. A three tiered Pagoda-like temple
dedicated to the sage lies by the lake - 'rishi' Prashar is
said to have meditated here. Its remarkable setting is
enhanced by a frame of snow draped peaks visible from the
lake's edge, the water of the river Sutlej flows due south.
The lake side and the near by villages are sites of various
festival held at different times of the year.
Jeep Safari
with Camping
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BHRIGU LAKE |
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LOCATION:
At an altitude of 4235 metres in district
Kullu, this lies east of
the Rohtang Pass and is about 6 k.m. from the village of
Gulaba.
The shores of this clear water lake are devoid of human
habitation-yet it is visited regularly by the people of the
area and is held sacred to 'rishi' Brighu. It also lies on
several trek routes of the region.
Trekking with Camping Approx 5 days from Manali
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MANIMAHESH LAKE |
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LOCATION:
At an altitude of 4080 metres in district
Chamba, 32 k.m. from
Bharmaur.
Held sacred to Lord Shiva this lake has in the Bundhil valley
at the foot of Manimahesh ranges. The peaks of Manimahesh
Kailash is regarded as one of the mythical abodes of Shiva.
This is the venue of annual Manimahesh yatra.
Parikrama Kailash Manimahesh Pilgrimage approx 3 days to 5
days trek
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NAKO LAKE |
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LOCATION:
At an altitude of 3662 metres in the pooh sub-division of
district
Kinnaur. The lake is
surrounded by willow and poplar trees - the village seems to
be half buried by the lake's borders. On the northern side,
are four Buddhist temples with stucco image impressions
ascribed to saint Padmasambhava. |
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SURAJ TAL LAKE |
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LOCATION:
At an altitude of 4950 metres below the summit of the
Baralacha pass in the Lahaul division of district
Lahaul and Spiti.
The Baralacha connects Mandi and Lahaul to Ladakh and the lake
which draws a considerable number of visitors - especially in
summer - lies by its head. This is the source of river Bhaga. |
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CHANDRA TAL LAKE |
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LOCATION:
At an altitude of 4300 metres and 6 k.m. from the Kunzum Pass
in
Lahaul & Spiti district
that connects Spiti and Lahaul areas. Surrounded by snows and
acres of scree, this deep blue-water lake has a circumference
of 2.5 k.m. This is the source of the river Chandra. According
to some believers, this is the spot from where the god Indra's
chariot took the eldest Pandava brother, Yudhishtra to 'swarga'
(heaven) in his mortal form.
Jeep Safari , Trekking ,Camping
More Details on Chandartal Trek in Adventure India section of
Trekking in Himachal
Chandratal Lake in different seasons
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GOBIND SAGAR |
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LOCATION:
This vast reservoir lies in the district of
Bilaspur and Una.The
town of Bilaspur is 83 k.m. from the railway station at
Anandpur Sahib. The Gobind Sagar on river Sutlej, has been
created by the huge hydel dam at Bhakra and is named in honour
of Gobind Singh the Tenth Sikh guru. One of the world's
highest gravity dams, the Bhakra rises 225.5 m above its
lowest foundations. Under the supervision of the famous
American dam-builder, Harvey Slocum, work began in 1955 and
was completed in 1962. Incidentally, Slocum had no formal
training as an engineer, but his conceptions and designs have
proven successful. To maintain the level of water, the flow of
river Beas was also channeled to Gobind Sagar by the
Beas-Sutlej link which was completed in 1976. Today, this dam
feeds electricity and water to a large area the Gobind Sagar
reservoir is 90 k.m. long and encompasses an area of
approximately 170 sqkm. There are provisions for water sports
speed boats and ferry rides. In October and November, when the
water level of the reservoir is at its peak, a series of
regattas are also organizing by the department of Tourism and
Civil Aviation. Water-skiing, sailing, kayaking and water
scooter racing are popular water sports activities during this
period.
ACCOMODATION: Bilaspur has both hotels and rest houses. |
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MAHARANA PRATAP SAGAR |
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LOCATION:
Maharana Pratap Sagar is at 450 metres above sea level, 32
degrees North and 76 degrees East, In district
Kangra, 170 Km from
Chandigarh, 110 Km from the district headquarters Dharamshala.
The closest railway stations are Mukerian- 30 Km, and
Pathankot- 32 Km. The Settlements of Nagrota Suriyan and
Jawalaji located on the Sagar’s periphery are connected by the
charming Narrow gauge Kangra Railway Line that connects
Pathankot to Joginder Nagar. The closest airport is Gaggal- 40
Kms. The Lake is well served by a Network of roads. Named in
honour of great patriot Maharana Partap(1572-97 A.D.),
Maharana Partap Sagar was once known as Pong Dam Reservoir.
Its Reservoir has an area of 45,000 hects at maximum
flooding-the level varies with every season and averages
around 30,000 hects. Over 200 villages with a population of
85,000 people are scattered along the wetland. In 1983, the
Sagar was declared a Wild Life Sanctuary and over 220 species
of birds belonging to 54 families have been sighted over the
waters and these include black headed gulls, plovers, terns,
ducks. The land portion of the Sanctuary has barking dear,
sambar, wild boars, leopards and claw-less others. 27 Species
and sub species of fish belonging to six families have been
recorded in the Sagar’s water. There is a branch of
Directorate of Mountaineering and Allied Sports at the Sagar
and year around activities include swimming, water skiing,
surfing , rowing and sailing. The Directorate of Tourism and
Civil Aviation provides equipment at the Sagar – this includes
sale boats, paddle boats, speed aero boats. Various courses –
beginners, intermediate and advanced – are also conducted at
the Sagar.
ACCOMODATION: Hotels, Guest Houses, Forest and PWD Rest
Houses are available at nearly Dharamshala, Dehra, Sansarpur
Terrace, Dada Siba and Nagrota Surian. |
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DAL LAKE |
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LOCATION:
At an altitude of 1775 metres in district
Kangra 11 k.m. from
Dharamshala, surrounded by deodar trees, this is on the motor
road to Talnu.
Held sacred, this has a small shiva temple on its banks. The
banks of the lake are enlivened during September by a fair
attended-amongst other-by a large number of Gaddi folk.
ACCOMODATION: Hotels and rest houses |
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Kindly note the above
package is flexible and can be customized as per your requirement. |
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Ø You can have a choice
of 5 star hotels, 4 star hotels, 3 star hotels, budget hotels.
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The above tour will be
organized with a "chauffeur driven" car / private coach.
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The trip can be
organized for singles, families, couples, groups, universities.
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The package will
commence on a date convenient to travelers.
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Kindly contact us for further information & Costs. Please provide us with exact number of persons,
age of participants, month of travel, type of
hotels required, and if any changes required in the above tour program.
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