Nakki Lake, Mountain lake in Mount Abu, India
Nakki Lake is a mountain lake in Mount Abu that stretches across several hundred meters in length and width. The water sits nestled between green hills that frame it and form a natural basin.
The lake gained worldwide significance in 1948 when Mahatma Gandhi's ashes were scattered here. This event led to the creation of a memorial site on the shore that commemorates this historic cremation.
The name comes from an old legend about gods carving the lake with their nails, and Nakki means "dug by nails" in Hindi. This story remains part of how people connect with the place and understand its origins.
The best experience comes from the water, where you can rent paddle boats or traditional wooden boats. The ride lasts about half an hour and lets you explore the surrounding hills and shoreline up close.
A striking rock formation nearby looks like a giant toad ready to leap into the water. Many visitors photograph this natural sculpture, which stands out on the hillside overlooking the shore.
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