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🏞️ Shamirpet Lake (Pedda Cheruvu) & Jawahar Deer Park 19th‑century Nizam‑era lake | Boating, birdwatching & rock climbing | Hyderabad’s weekend getaway, Telangana 🌅 Shamirpet Lake (also known as Pedda Cheruvu) – an artificial lake built during the Nizam reign in the 19th century , located in Shamirpet, near Hyderabad, Telangana . The serene, calm environs of the lake make it a popular weekend getaway. Adjacent to the lake is the Jawahar Deer Park , an 80‑acre protected area where deer, peacocks, and birds roam freely. The combination of lake and deer park creates a natural habitat, and visitors can often see deer quenching their thirst on the lake’s banks. The area is known for its beautiful rocky terrain, making it a perfect spot for rock climbing, photography, and birdwatching . Boating is available. Several resorts and private dhabas have come up around the lake. The Katta Maisamma temple near the highway attracts devotees, especia...

🏞️ Nagasamudram Lake (Kotipally Reservoir): A Scenic Picnic Spot Clear Water | Rocky Hills | Birdwatching | Near Vikarabad, Telangana 📍 Nagasamudram Lake (also known as Kotipally Reservoir) is a picturesque freshwater lake located in Kotipally village, near Vikarabad, Rangareddy district, Telangana , about 20 km from Vikarabad town and ≈100 km from Hyderabad . The lake is surrounded by rocky hills and dry deciduous forest, offering stunning views, especially during and after the monsoon when it is brimming with water. It is a popular picnic spot, photography destination, and birdwatching site . The reservoir is an important source of water for irrigation in the region. Unlike commercial tourist spots, Nagasamudram Lake remains peaceful and less crowded, making it an ideal escape for nature lovers. There are no boating facilities , but the serene environment and scenic beauty make it worthwhile. It is often combined with a visit to the n...

🏞️ Ashok Sagar Lake: A Scenic Eco‑Tourism Spot on the Basar Route 15‑ft Saraswati Statue | Boating | Rock Garden | Jankampet Dargah | Nizamabad, Telangana 📍 Ashok Sagar (also known as Jankampet Lake) is a scenic reservoir and eco‑tourism destination located in Jankampet village, Yedpally mandal, Nizamabad district, Telangana , about 7 km from Nizamabad town and 26 km from Basara . The lake was named after G. Ashok Kumar , the former Collector of Nizamabad district (2001–2003), who rejuvenated and developed it into a tourist spot[reference:0][reference:1]. It is situated on NH63 on the route to the famous Saraswathi Temple in Basara . The lake features a 15‑ft marble statue of Goddess Saraswati in the centre, a 2‑acre landscaped rock garden , an octagonal three‑tier restaurant , a swinging bridge , and boating facilities (pedal boats, speed boats). The complex also has a children’s park and a small dargah opposite the lake. It is a p...

🦌 Ali Sagar Lake & Deer Park: A Nizam-era Picnic Paradise Boating | Deer Park | Flower Gardens | Tree House | Near Nizamabad, Telangana 📍 Ali Sagar Lake and Deer Park is a picturesque reservoir and recreational park located in Nizamabad district, Telangana , about 13 km from Nizamabad town and ≈170 km from Hyderabad . The lake was constructed in 1931 by the Nizams of Hyderabad as a water reservoir. The adjoining Deer Park was established in 1985 and spans 33 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, hillocks, and a tree house. The park is home to several species of deer and offers a serene escape for families, couples, and nature lovers. Visitors can enjoy boating on the lake, stroll through vibrant flower gardens, and spot deer in their naturalistic enclosure. The site also features a summer house , a hilltop guest house , and a small island within the lake. It is a popular weekend picnic spot, attracting 1,000–2,000 visitors o...