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Himayat Sagar Lake

Himayat Sagar Lake
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Lake & Backwater
4.5 / 5
  • Timings : Open 24 Hours
  • Entry Fee : No fee
  • My Holiday HappinessDistance from near by city 26.5 KMs From Hyderabad
  • My Holiday HappinessTrip duration (including travel in hours)3 - 4 Hours
  • My Holiday HappinessTransportation Options21 Seater Coach, Sedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • My Holiday HappinessTravel Tips None

Himayat Sagar Lake is named for Himayat Ali Khan, who was one of the last Princes of Hyderabad. It is a man-made lake that runs next to Osman Sagar Lake. You can't say enough nice things about how beautiful the lake is. A lot of different birds come there, along with people. It's a great place to visit in Hyderabad to go hiking and discover nature. You can drive around the lake on the road that goes around it and see the morning or sunset.

Himayat Sagar Lake Hyderabad offers a great place for a walk amidst beautiful nature. Rolling hills, lush green woods, and well-kept gardens surround this lake in the peaceful outskirts of Hyderabad.

What is the history of Himayat Sagar Lake?

Himayat Sagar Lake is close to Hyderabad. It was made by Hyderabad Nizam Mir Osman Ali Khan in 1927. As a balancing reservoir for the Musi River, it keeps the city from flooding and gives drinking water. The Nizam named the lake after his youngest son, Himayat Ali Khan. Building it required constructing a huge wall across the Esi River, which flows into the Musi River. For many years, the lake has been a source of water, a way to stop flooding and a place to have fun.

Is swimming allowed in Himayat Sagar Lake?

The Sagar Lake is a terrible place to swim because the lake exists purely to hold water, with restrictions designed to protect not just people but also the water's quality. Thus, even though people enjoy seeing and experiencing lovely landscapes, they have to do that within the framework set in place.

Boating at Himayat Sagar Lake

One of the lakes close to Hyderabad is Himayat Sagar Lake Hyderabad, which is a peaceful and relaxing place to go fishing. People can use the famous lake's calm, large waters for both pedal and motorized boats. In the boating area, you can rent boats and take leisurely rides along the lake's shore, where you can see the green hills around you.

Boats mostly use Himayat Sagar, but visitors also enjoy getting close to nature, watching birds, and relaxing away from the city's noise and chaos. You can go on a boat tour of Lake Hyderabad by yourself, with family, or with friends. 

The best time to visit

From July to February, during the rainy season and the winter. The cool weather and lots of trees make it a great place to include in any Hyderabad tour package because it is peaceful and has beautiful views.

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