Jaisamand Lake Udaipur Entry Fee
- No Entry Fee
- 30 per person for Boat ride (Indians)
- 80 per person for Boat ride (Foreigners)
- 10 per person for Jaisamand Wildlife sanctuary (Indians)
- 80 per person for Jaisamand Wildlife sanctuary (Foreigners)
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Jaisamand Lake Udaipur Address: Dhebar Lake, Udaipur, Rajasthan, 313706, India
We all know that happiness can never be seen; it can only be felt. The feelings are prone to change. The moment we change our surroundings, we tend to behave and feel differently. This is why the concept of vacation came into being. Going out on vacation is always a cool idea to explore the history, mystery, culture, geography, and ways of life of the people residing in a particular region. One such perfect place for vacation is Jaisamand Lake.
Jaisamand Lake is a true human-made wonder offering all the form of natural beauty. Starting from the hilly surroundings, the two palaces, Hawa Mahal and Ruthi Rani Ka Mahal, Jaisamand Wildlife sanctuary, Jaisamand Island resort, all offer an exquisite and luxurious experience. The Jaisamand Lake tend to unfold a new chapter of Udaipur.
Known for its exquisite beauty and history, Udaipur is one of the most significant tourist sights in India. Every corner of Udaipur city has a story to tell. To explore this stunningly mysterious city, you can switch to Udaipur Tourism, a division of Holidays DNA, ensuring an enlightening tour of the City of Lakes.
Location of Jaisamand Lake Udaipur
Located in the southern side of Udaipur, Jaisamand Lake is about 50 Km away from the central Udaipur city
Architecture of Jaisamand Lake Udaipur
Jaisamand Lake is spread over an area of 36 square miles (93 Km2). The Jaisamand Lake is 14Km in length, 9Km wide, and 102 feet deep. The circumference of the lake is of 30 miles. A colossal dam is constructed on the lake which is 1202 feet in length, 116 feet in height and 70 feet wide with a temple of Lord Shiva in the center.
On the northern end of Lake are the two palaces of Rana Jai Singh. Set on the foothills, Hawa Mahal and Ruthi Rani ka Mahal are the summer palaces of Queens surrounded by Jaisamand Lake on all four sides. The courtyard of the Palace has a pavilion, built with 12 pillars.
This vast lake has three different islands. The tribes of Bhil Minas inhabit one of the islands in this lake. The other two large islands together are known as Baba ka Magra, and the smaller island is called ‘Piari.’ One of the islands is adorned with Jaisamand Island resort. Jaisamand Island resort is one of the most expensive and luxurious hotel resorts found in Asia.
On the river embankment, you can witness two of the most stunning feature of Jaisamand Lake dam which are the six chatri or astonishing cenotaphs and a temple of Narmadeshwar Swaroop of Lord Shiva. A significant carved elephant figure is installed with its trunk turned upwards.
Around the lake, you will find a largely spread Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary. Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary spread over 62 sq. Km. Earlier used as a hunting reserve, this sanctuary was built in 1957. The sanctuary is established in Kathiawar Gir, dry form of deciduous forest. Animals and birds from around the world migrate to Jaisamand Lake to find a comfortable habitat.
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History of Jaisamand Lake Udaipur
Built-in the 17th century, Jaisamand Lake also known as the Dhebar Lake, is the second-largest human-made Lake in India. The lake was constructed in 1685 AD under the reign of Maharana Jai Singh. The purpose of the lake was to build a marble dam across river Gomti. On the day of the inauguration of the dam, Maharana Jai Singh distributed gold worth his weight to the people of his kingdom. Before the construction of Govind Ballabh Pant Sagar, Jaisamand Lake was the most prominent artificial lake on the globe until 1902.
How to reach Jaisamand Lake Udaipur
Udaipur is very neatly connected to many regions nearby via National Highway 8 (NH8) offering a safe and comfortable passage to travelers in and out of the city.
• Airport- Dabok Airport of Udaipur is about 21 Km away from the Jaisamand Lake. You can hire a private taxi and reach the lake in about 40 to 45 minutes.
• Railway station- Udaipur City Railway station is about 57 Km away from the Jaisamand Lake. You need to hire a cab or a private taxi to reach the Jaisamand Lake.
• Public transport- You can take a private bus which runs during the night from the central city to reach Jaisamand Lake. Jaisamand Lake is about 48 km from the central Udaipur city. You can avail state-run buses run by the Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Rajasthan Transport Corporation. You can also take a private taxi to reach your desired location. Jaisamand Lake is about 27 Km away from Parsad located on NH8, making it quite a pleasant place for a road trip.
Commuting within the Udaipur city can be troublesome due to a little complicated road map. Therefore, it is recommended to take help from the list of top car rental companies in Udaipur curated by Udaipur Tourism. The private cabs are the best choice as you don’t have to worry about the route and you can enjoy a fun journey to various sightseeing places in Udaipur. You don’t have to worry about safety as most of the cabs are GPS enabled.
Entry fees and timings of Jaisamand Lake Udaipur
Jaisamand Lake is open all days of the week from 10 AM to 5 PM.
There is no Entry Fee to visit Jaisamand Lake. However, the cost of boating is Rs. 30 for Indians and Rs. 80 for Foreigners. The ticket price of Jaisamand Wildlife sanctuary is Rs.10 for Indians and Rs. 80 for foreign residents.
Things to do at Jaisamand Lake Udaipur
Two of the most important things to do at Jaisamand Lake are taking a boat ride and visiting Jaisamand Wildlife sanctuary. Both boating and visiting Jaisamand Wildlife sanctuary are chargeable.
• Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary is home to a wide variety of migratory and resident birds and animals. Currently, the Wildlife sanctuary is transformed to form a game sanctuary. You can have a quick peek at a fox, deer, panther, wild boar, leopard, jungle cat, and hyenas.
• Boating is the best way to explore every aspect of the lake. The considerable region offers to hypnotize beautiful wonders all around, starting from palaces to a wildlife sanctuary. You might take 3 hours to explore the lake properly.
Places to visit near Jaisamand Lake Udaipur
• One of the most auspicious Deo Somnath temples is found within the 9 miles of the Jaisamand Lake.
• The Ruthi Rani ka Mahal built by Maharana Jaisingh is a stunning tourist destination filled with rich history and culture. The Palace was a gift from the king to his youngest queen, Rani Kamladevi.
• Deveswar Mahadev Mandir is also a beautiful temple, located in close proximity.
Best time to visit Jaisamand Lake Udaipur
Jaisamand Lake looks appealing at all times of the year, but it gets challenging to enjoy the breathtaking beauty in hot days of the year. Hence the months of July and August are the best months to visit Jaisamand Lake.
Interesting facts about Jaisamand Lake Udaipur
• Jaisamand Lake is the largest man-made lake in India.
• Jaisamand Lake is the second largest artificial Lake in Asia after the Aswan dam in Egypt.
• The dam on the Jaisamand Lake is listed in the list of ‘Heritage Monuments of India.’
Things to keep in mind while visiting Jaisamand Lake Udaipur
• Photography is allowed at Jaisamand Lake. You need to pay Rs.200 to take your camera near the lake region.
• Please take care of your kids during boat ride.
Udaipur is not limited to Jaisamand Lake only. Udaipur city is referred to as the “City of Lakes’. It is in the best interest to explore every aspect of the town. This can be done by choosing an ideal All-inclusive Udaipur tour package offered by Udaipur Tourism. With the help of these packages, you can explore the whole city in a hassle-free manner. These packages are customized, keeping an enviable list of services and facilities demanded by travelers in mind. To know more about our packages, you can reach us by filling the Contact Us form.
