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Haryana Badkhal Lake
The lake is situated in a state that has been quite significant from the age of the Epics. The battle of Kurukshetra and then the battle of Panipat have been fought here. So, it is clear that from the age of the Mahabharata, this state and the area have acquired a strategic point and that is why, it has become such an important area in Indian history. Along with that, the state of Haryana is also known for the scenic beauty it offers and obviously for the attractions and the peace of the place. The lake situated amongst the treeless hills of the Aravalli range is indeed a plus point.
The lake is situated in the Faridabad district and the place is just 16 km from Delhi, the national capital.The picturesque setting of the lake has an embalming effect on the tired travelers. As the place is not near Delhi, most of the people go over there for a weekend trip. Due to this fact, the lake should have been very crowded, but you will be surprised to find that the lake area is not at all overcrowded.The climate of the area is quite extreme, because it keeps up with the fluctuating climate of the North India.
History
The Badkhal Lake is a natural lake and the water of the lake is of good quality. If you are really interested about the history of the lake, then you need to know that its history is deeply related with the history of the state. From the earlier age, this lake has been providing a picturesque setting to the travelers. It has this embalming effect on the onlookers from time immemorial. The lake covers a total area of 206 acres and is situated in the Badkhal village. This lake has derived its name from the Persian word Bedakhal which literally means free from any interference.
The bank of the lake has been decorated by man with flowering trees, landscape gardens and green lawns. There are also quite a lot of water sport facilities that you can opt for. This place is like a paradise for the ornithologists, because huge number of migratory birds come here during the winter season. If you have been thinking that being in proximity of the two most famous wars of India, this lake has lost its beauty, then you were worng.Though, recently the water level of the lake is in danger because of intense mining by the government of Haryana.
Attraction
The main attraction of the lake is indeed the surrounding hills of the Aravalli range and the all encompassing beauty.Apart from that, there are other attractions like the swimming complex with sauna facility. There are a lot of water sports available and the tourists are free to choose any one of them. If you want to go for a pleasurable boating session, you can do that too. Apart from all these, there is another attraction of this lake and that is the flower show which is held every year in the spring. There are also the migratory birds in the winter.
How To Reach
The best way of reaching the Badkhal Lake is by road. As the place is so near to Delhi, you can rent a car or hire a taxi and visit the place. Local trains also connect Faridabad with Delhi and you can opt for any of the training according to the timetable and your convenience. After reaching Faridabad, you need to take a taxi or rent a car to reach the lake.Apart from that, there are buses by Haryana Roadways and you can avail them too. There are local transports like auto rickshaws, taxis, tongas and private and state run buses.
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