Nagpur, a city surrounded by mostly landmass is not expected to have water bodies in and around it.
Surprisingly Nagpur has eleven beautiful lakes where people can visit, have a walk, drink chai and have a good time with friends and family.
Three lakes in particular are extremely popular and are frequented by Nagpurians.
The Ambazari Lake
The largest lake in the city of Nagpur, Ambazari gets its name from the numerous mango (AMBA in marathi) trees surrounding it. Built in the year 1870 under the Bhonsale rule, this lake is one of the most visited destinations in Nagpur. Every weekend, family and friends swarm this lake to admire its beauty, watch the sunset by its banks and have snacks from the numerous local vendors around it. The lake is beside Ambazari garden which is a favourite of Children. It also boasts the Swami Vivekananda Smarak, with a towering statue of the great Indian Swami Vivekanada. The lake truly is a reflection of Nagpur and its people.
Fultala Lake
Over 200 years old, Futala lake was built by the Bhosle kings of Nagpur. Once a cattle washing water body, Futala lake today is the most popular destination for youngsters. With small carts of Chai, Chinese and other snacks around it, the lake is always hustling and bustling with a young crowd enjoying their day with the warmth of the Futala. Recent beautification of the lake has made it ever more desirable for tourists to visit it. Fountain shows, newly built stadium like structure for the crowd to sit and watch this show, a no parking zone around the major areas of the lake and a decommissioned Indian Airforce Helicopter has been pulling in hundreds of people from Nagpur and surrounding areas to enjoy the social and fun atmosphere of Nagpur’s beloved Futala lake.
Gandhisagar Lake
Also known as the Shukravari Lake or the Jumma Lake, Gandhisagar lake is said to be more than 250 years old. Built under the rule of Chand Sultan, this rectangular shaped lake is situated in the Old Nagpur area besides the Raman Science centre. Surrounded by stone walls, this is one of the quietest lakes around Nagpur. Its old infrastructure gives a glimpse of how Nagpur would have been during the times of the British. Its adjoining garden is filled with walkers in the morning and it is mostly quiet in the afternoons which makes it a great spot to sit and read a book under one of its trees.
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