Badkhal Lake

Badkhal Lake is situated in the state of Haryana, which which is a very historically significant state in India. Right from the Battle of Kurukshetra (near Panipat) in the Mahabharata, Haryana occupies a strategic location in Indian history. Haryana, besides being popular tourist destination, is also a thoroughfare to several picturesque locations that are scattered over the northern reaches of the Indian subcontinent. Badkhal Lake is one of the weekend getaways frequented by the travel loving denizens of the Indian capital. Lakes provide a plethora of options like boating, swimming and angling.

Badkhal Lake is located in the Faridabad district of Haryana, just a stone's throw (35 Km.) from New Delhi. Its picturesque setting and the indolent waters provide ample relaxation to the weary overworked suburbanites.

The climate of this region is quite extreme, in accordance to the fluctuating climate of North India. The summers are hot with bouts of Loo (Dry, Hot Winds). The rainfall is sparse and the winters are quite chilly. But the lake grounds have soothing breezes all the year round.

The lake has a plenitude of flora and fauna. Migratory birds like Pelicans, Flamingoes and Teal visit the sanctuary in winter. Another lake in its vicinity, Surajkund, only 8 km away, is also a major tourist attraction.

The roadways to Badkhal Lake are excellent. The nearest airport is the Indira Gandhi International Airport at New Delhi.

It is truly a delight for tourists to spend their weekends in the cozy retreat of the Badkhal Lake.