Dal Lake is
a lake in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. The urban lake, which is the second largest in the state,
is integral to tourism and recreation in Kashmir and is named the "Jewel
in the crown of Kashmir" or
"Srinagar's Jewel". The lake is also an important source for
commercial operations in fishing and water plant harvesting.
The shore line of the lake,
is about 15.5 kilometres (9.6 mi), is encompassed by a boulevard lined
with Mughal era gardens,
parks, houseboats and hotels. Scenic views of the lake can be witnessed from
the shore line Mughal gardens, such as Shalimar
Bagh and Nishat
Bagh built during the reign of Mughal Emperor
Jahangir and from houseboats cruising along the lake in the
colourful shikaras. During
the winter season, the temperature sometimes reaches −11 °C (12 °F),
freezing the lake.
PHOTO CREDITS: www.freepresskashmir.com
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