Lake Badi, situated in Udaipur city in the Indian state of Rajasthan, is an artificial fresh water lake. The lake was built in the village of Badi, about 12 km from the city of Udaipur, by Maharana Raj Singh I (1652-1680) to counteract the devastating effects of a famine. He named it Jiyan Sagar after his mother Jana Devi. The lake covers an area of 155 km²., and has an embankment 180 m. long and 18 m. wide, which is graced by three artistic chhatris (kiosks or pavilions). During the drought of 1973, the lake supplied water to the people of Udaipur.[1] Devoid of any commercial activity, the Badi Lake gives a view of a never-ending expanse providing a serene and calm atmosphere to the visitors. The lake is amongst the major tourist attractions of the city.

Lake Badi
View of Badi Lake
Lake Badi
Location	Udaipur, Rajasthan
Coordinates	24.616105°N 73.622127°E / 24.616105; 73.622127
Lake type	Freshwater
Max. length	180 m (590 ft)
Max. width	18 m (59 ft)
Surface area	155 km2 (60 sq mi)

One can easily reach Badi Lake either by taking regular buses or by hiring taxis from the city.

See also

• Tourist attractions in Udaipur

References

External links

Wikimedia Commons has media related to Lake Badi (Udaipur).

• Lake Badi – The Hidden Gem of City of Lakes Udaipur