Highlights
Country:- India
State:- Jammu and Kashmir
Max length:- 7.44 km (approx)
Max depth 6 m (approx)
Max width 3.5 km (approx)
Surface height:- 1,583 m (approx) Area 18-22 sq km (approx)
Other information:- The major attractions of Dal Lake are floating gardens. The mythological Mughal forts have views of culture and history here.
Dal Lake is beautiful blame surrounded by hills from three directions is the second largest lake in Jammu and Kashmir.
Dal Lake is five miles long and two and a half miles wide is one of the most beautiful lakes not only of Srinagar but of the whole of India.
Water comes from the fountains in Dal Lake, as well as many lakes of Kashmir valley come and join it. The four reservoirs of the lake are Gagaribal, Lokut Dal, Bod Dal and Nagin.
Apart from this, Roop Lank Island is situated in the middle of Lokuta Dal and in the middle of the Bod Dal river is located Gold Lunk which further enhances the beauty of this lake.
The flora further enhances the beauty of Dal Lake. The lotus flower, the water flowing in Kumudni, add to the beauty of the lake.
The major attraction of Dal Lake
The major attractions of Dal Lake are floating gardens. The mythological Mughal forts have views of culture and history here.
The shape of Dal Lake emerges from the beautiful and famous flower garden of the Mughals near Dal Lake. The famous University of Kashmir is situated on the banks of the lake.
Through Shikara one can see Nehru Park, Kanutur Khana, Charchinari, some islands which are situated here. It is incomplete for devotees to visit the Hazratbal shrine without visiting it.
Devotees can visit this shrine through shikra. The lake is known worldwide especially for hunting or houseboats. The natural beauty around Dal Lake attracts a large number of people.
Tourist in Dal Lake Dal
Various types of recreational activities are available here for tourists such as kayaking, surfing on water and angling (fishing).
The main attraction of Dal Lake is the houseboat here. Tourists can enjoy this beautiful lake by staying in these houseboats. Staying in a houseboat, the tourists get enamoured with the beautiful environment of this lake.
Through the camera, tourists want to capture the beauty of the place, there are habitats in the middle of the greenery, which is characterized by that their thatch is tilted downwards.
Have you ever shopped at the reservoir?
You can buy a wide variety of items by riding on a coin. And shops are also on the hunt. It is not limited to just shopping, but will also be a thrilling game.
Transportation
If tourists want to reach Dal Lake, then they can reach the airport in Budgam district, 25 km from Srinagar district. The nearest rail service is located in Jammu and the National Highway NH 1A connects the Kashmir Valley to other parts of the country. It takes ten to twelve hours to travel in these mountainous areas. During this journey, tourists can see the famous Jawahar Tunnel here.