Most Scenic Lakes in India

September 01, 2018



The magnetic aura, the enchanting breeze, the crystal-clear reflections, the spell bounding ripples, the gentle and soothing breeze, a lot is waiting in store for you in India with its scenic view. A perfect place to experience the enigmatic aura of scenic and picturesque lakes, with the lakes to spend some quiet time near the shore of with your beloved or spend some time fishing or boating, promising a wonderful time. 
These are the best and most picturesque lakes in India.

Dal Lake – Sri Nagar


Being in the most paradisiacal land of Kashmir, this lake had to be as beautiful as it is.  Along with the picturesque setting of the lake, the tourists are also greeted by the enigmatic Mughal era gardens, the colourful shikaras, floating gardens of lotus blooms making it one of the Best Romantic Getaways in India.

What are the great places to explore nearby  Dal lake?: Experience the famous Nagin Lake, Wular Lake, Shankaracharya Temple, Island of four Chinar  etc near Dal lake.

What would be the best time to witness this beauty?: The best time to visit Dal lake is from April to October.


Vembanad Lake - Kerala


Vembanad lake happens to be the most beautiful as well as the longest lake in India in the famous land of Kerala that is lined by three districts namely Alappuzha, Ernakulam and Kottayam where a major and really eminent annual event is held every year named Nehru Trophy Boat Race at the time of Onam which is in the month of August or September.

With the most enchanting places nearby such as the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Vembanad Lake also promises a great stay in the houseboat cruises and enjoying fishing and bird watching.

What are the great places to explore nearby Vembanad?: The tourists get attracted towards the Alappuzha light house, Kerala kayaking  while being near Vembanad lake.

What would be the best time to witness this beauty?: The best time to visit Vembanad lake is from November to March.


Prashar Lake – Himachal Pradesh


A beautiful sight to fall in love with, this gorgeous oval-shaped blue-water lake is a major tourist hotspot in Himachal Pradesh, that is made even more stunning by the presence of snow-capped mountains, the view of Prashar lake is extraordinarily beautiful to captivate your senses and be etched in your heart forever.  Also housing a floating island inside and a three-storied pagoda-like temple right next to the lake create a magnificent aura of incredibility to this lake.

What are the great places to explore nearby Prashar?: The major tourist hotspots nearby are Bijli Mahadev Temple and Sri Guru Nanak Devji Gurudwara.

What would be the best time to witness this beauty?: The best time to visit this lake is from the months of September to December.

Sasthamkotta Lake


The largest freshwater lake in Karnataka, Sasthamkotta Lake is truly a sight to fall in love with, whose beauty is enhanced by some enchanting green valleys and some stunning hills. Also named as “the queen of lakes”, this place is a stunner with all the beauty and also the water of the lake is consumable. With some great opportunities to enjoy boating with the view of beautiful coconut trees swaying nearby, this set up will truly blow your mind.

What are the great places to explore nearby Sasthamkotta?: The famous Sasthamkotta Temple is a major tourist attraction nearby. One can also not skip visiting the great Ashtamudi Lake, Krishnapuram Palace and fall in love with its captivating architecture.

What would be the best time to witness this beauty?: The best time to visit this place is from August to March.

Loktak Lake


The most enchanting and the largest freshwater lake in India, this place is truly one of its kinds. A truly gorgeous place which is in the state of Manipur, popular in the places nearby for the circular floating swamps that is a major attraction to the tourists nearby. Loktak Lake is also a wonderful source of water for hydropower generation, irrigation and drinking water supply. Homing 233 species of aquatic plants, with more than 100 species of birds and 425 species of animals, Loktak Lake is truly a delight to witness.

What are the great places to explore nearby Loktak: Witness the popular Manipur Zoological Gardens nearby.

What would be the best time to witness this beauty?: The best time to visit this place can be any time throughout the year as this place enjoys a gorgeously amazing tropical climate throughout the year.

Nakki Lake


Being strategically located in one of the most picturesque hill stations of India named Mount Abu, Nakki Lake has the most stunning views to captivate you by its beauty.  Legends claim that this sacred lake has been dug out using human nails. We, at Sharp Holidays, advise you to witness the Nakki Lake with a local guide to hear some enchanting stories about Nakki Lake. One of the best things to do on a holidays, one can enjoy a boat cruise in the lake at the time of sunset. 

What are the great places to explore nearby Nakki lake?: Witness the famous Toad rock which is placed on a hill near the lake or witness the famous Raghunath Temple, Maharaja Jaipur Palace etc.

What would be the best time to witness this beauty?: The best time to visit Nakki lake is from October and April. 


Thus, these are the most enchanting lakes that one can witness while being in India, get India Honeymoon tours with Sharp Holidays to get the best packages to have the best of travel experience and fall in love with travel like never before!

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