Getaway to Laknavaram Lake

 

 

People take holidays for various reasons! it could be stress at work, break from daily routine, opportunity to spend quality time with friends and family and unwind for some time to start afresh. However, choosing a destination becomes an arduous task, so here is a destination that the tourists can add to their bucket list. 

Not too far away from Hyderabad is Laknavaram Lake (also spelt as Lakhnavaram Lake) located in Govindaraopet Mandal, Mulugu district about 70 kms away from Warangal. It’s an exceptional tourist spot with scenic view away from the hustle bustle of the city. The history of this lake goes back to 13^th Century A.D during the reign of Kakatiya Dynasty when it was expanded as a source of irrigation to the nearby villages. The Laknavaram lake was formed by the convergence of three narrow valleys. The surrounding hills act as natural barriers. The mystic beauty of the region and tranquil blue water is so mesmerising that it can get tourists addicted to visit the place again and again.

A very significant attraction of this region is the suspension bridge. This bridge was built by the Telangana State Tourism Development Corporation (TSTDC) with the purpose of providing access across the lake.  The lake is surrounded by beautiful hills and greenery.  The 1.8-meter-wide suspension bridge has a 160-meter span and is made of steel cables to withstand extreme weather including powerful winds and earthquakes.

The bridge leads to the Harita Hotel located on the islands in the lake. All accommodation on the islands belong to the Telangana Tourism. However, there is ample accommodation available outside the island also. Some are at a distance of 4 kms, some are 10 kms away and more. Bookings can be made online.

A number of activities are available for tourists at the bridge, boating being the most favourite. Boats can be hired for a trip under the bridge. For the tourists who like to indulge in a bit of adventure, there is bungee jumping available. In the lake, one can also avail speed boating, motor boating, kayaking, canoeing, rafting, zip lining, cycling, camping and hiking.

Besides the Laknavaram Lake, other attractions around the area are Ramappa Temple also known as the Rudeshwara temple (UNESCO World Heritage site), Thousand pillar temple, Kakitya rock garden, kakitya musical garden and Badrakali temple.

Accommodation:  Harita Hotel Laknavaram (An enterprise of Telangana Tourism offers A/c deluxe Rooms at Rs. 2,800/-

There are more than 10 hotels 3* and 4* outside the Island.

Timings:

Entry timings at the lake:  from 8 am to 5.30 pm.

Entry Fee to the Bridge

Entry fee for adults is Rs.10/- and for children its Rs.5/-

Price for Boating and other activities can be obtained at the Bridge.

Distance from Hyderabad: 210 kms via Warangal.

Distance from Warangal: 70 Kms

Mode of Transport: By Private Car, Buses from Ameerpet, Gachibowli, Lakdikapool, Miyapur, LB Nagar, Kukatpali and Mehdipatnam on the Mulugu-Jangalam National Highway. The Lake is 7 kms from Mulugu

Ticket booking: Bus tickets can be booked online using the redBus website.