The picturesque Fateh Sagar Lake, located north of Lake
Pichola is overlooked by a number of hills on the three sides and Pratap
Memorial on the north, was built by Maharana Fateh Singh. Maharana Jai Singh
originally built it in 1678 AD, but later heavy rains destroyed the dam. It
was reconstructed by Maharana Fateh Singh and hence it got the name.
A pleasant lakeside drive winds along the east bank of the lake. In the
middle of the lake is Nehru Park- a lovely garden island with a boat shaped
cafe accessible by an enjoyable boat ride.
Lake Fateh Sagar is a medium-sized perennial storage reservoir constructed
in the year 1678 AD, by the rulers of former Mewar State. Although primarily
constructed for irrigational purpose, this water body has lately become a
second major source of drinking water for the city of Udaipur. The main
feeder canal of the lake comes from Madar Tank situated at a higher altitude
about 15 km from Udaipur city.
Lake Fateh Sagar is also connected to the adjoining Lake Pichhola through a
canal having gates. This (former) lake has somewhat pear-like shape and is
surrounded by hills except on its eastern side where a straight masonry dam
of about 800-m length is located.
The lake lies on the northwest of main Udaipur city. The runoff emerging
from surrounding hillocks drains into this lake. Along the eastern shore
line runs a beautiful serpentine road, which has a stone wall on the lake
periphery. This lake has got three prominent islands. The largest is
developed into a public park.
The second island is situated on the northern side and has an installation
of solar observatory. The smallest island on the western side near shore
supports a jet fountain. The western bank of lake is occupied by marginal
agricultural field. The vegetation cover around the lake is scanty. However,
several species of plants are found along the undulating roads and hillocks
around this lake.
Leaching of nutrients from the catchment area and agricultural activities
in the marginal areas of the lake has influenced the nutrient level of this
water body. Similarly, incoming silt has also reduced the water holding
capacity of this lake.
General Information
Built By : Maharana Jai Singh.
Reconstructed By : Maharana Fateh Singh.
Location : Udaipur, Rajasthan.
Origin : 1678 AD.
Prime Attractions of Udaipur
Govt
Museum - Udaipur
The Government Museum of Udaipur was originally located in Gulab Bagh and
was called the Victoria Hall Museum. It has now been shifted to Karan Vilas
Mahal within the precincts of the City Palace.
Lake
Palace
This former summer residence of the royal family has now been converted
into a fabulous hotel.
Mewar
Festival
The Mewar Festival is celebrated to welcome the advent of spring. It
coincides with the festival of Gangaur in Udaipur and has a unique charm
about it. It is time for cultural events where Rajasthani culture is
portrayed through songs, dances and other programmes. The festival
culminates with an impressive fireworks display.
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