Maharana Pratap Sagar, Reservoir in Kangra District, India
Description
The Maharana Pratap Sagar is a hill-surrounded body of water in Kangra District formed by a dam on the Beas River. The lake surface extends across wide areas between wooded slopes, offering panoramic views of the Shivalik range.
History
The dam was completed in the mid-1970s, creating one of the largest artificial lakes in northern India. Several old villages and temples were submerged as water levels rose, disappearing beneath the surface.
Culture
The name honors a 16th-century Rajput ruler known for his resistance against the Mughals. Today, small fishing boats dot the water while locals use the shores for religious rituals and daily activities.
Practical
The best visiting period runs from March to June, when falling water levels reveal submerged structures. Roads around the body of water suit day trips and provide access points at several shore locations.
Did you know?
Old stone temples rise from the water each spring as levels drop, forming an unusual sight for photographers. These periodically visible ruins date back centuries before the dam construction.
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