Kishore Sagar Talab also known as Kishore Sagar lake is a historic artificial lake situated in the city of Kota,

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. It was constructed in the 14th century and spans approximately 37 acres.

History

The origins of the lake date back to the 14th century when it was built by the

Bundi Bundi is a town in the Hadoti region of Rajasthan state in northwest India. Climate The climate is hot semi arid (BSh), not having enough rainfall to qualify as a tropical savanna climate (Aw). The climate is quite warm, and most of the ra ...

Prince ''Dehra Deh''. However, it was in the 18th century during the reign of ''Maha Rao Kishore Singh'', the ruler of Kota, that the lake underwent refurbishment and expansion. This renovation was aimed at addressing the city's water needs while enhancing its aesthetic appeal.

Design and architecture

The lake exemplifies traditional

Rajput architecture Rajput architecture is an architectural style associated with the forts and palaces of the many Rajput rulers. Many of the Rajput forts are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and popular tourist attractions. Rajput architecture represents differen ...

, characterized by its ornate stone embankments and intricately carved marble

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known as '''chhatris. The ''chhatris'' are dedicated to various figures including Bundi's Prince ''Dehra Deh''.

Cultural significance

Over the centuries, the lake has evolved into a cultural hub, playing host to numerous festivals, events, and religious ceremonies.

Tourism and recreation

In this lake, along with boating, a double Decker cruise is also available for the tourists as well as locals.

Nearby attractions

Jag Mandir Palace

Jag Mandir Palace is situated in the lake. Built in the Rajput style, the palace served as the summer retreat for the royal family of Kota and is now a tourist attraction.

Seven Wonders Park

Located in close proximity to the lake, the Seven Wonders Park is a thematic park featuring replicas of the world's seven wonders. It contains scaled-down replicas of iconic landmarks such as the

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, and

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Replica of Salim Singh Haveli of Jaisalmer

A replica of Salim Singh's Haveli of Jaisalmer is built on the banks of the lake. This building is 17 meters high. It is a sight of the architectural art of

Jaisalmer Jaisalmer , nicknamed ''The Golden city'', is a city in the north-western Indian state of Rajasthan, located west of the state capital Jaipur, in the heart of the Thar Desert. It serves as the administrative headquarters of Jaisalmer district ...

. In which windows, arches, cenotaphs are present.

References

{{reflist Lakes of Rajasthan Kota, Rajasthan