Fatah Sagar Lake is situated in Udaipur city in the Indian state of Rajasthan.This artificial lake was dug up by ‘Maharana Jai Singh’ in 1678 and reconstructed by ‘Maharana Fateh Singh’ by raising a big enchanting embankment. The main dam is 2800 ft. long and 35 ft. deep. Said to be the pride of the City of Lakes of Udaipur, it is an artificial lake constructed by Maharana in north of Lake Pichola in 1678 and to the north-west of Udaipur. It is one of the four lakes of the Udaipur city; the other three lakes are: the Lake Pichola (within the Udaipur town), Udai Sagar Lake (13 km to the east of Udaipur) and Dhebar Lake or Jaisamand Lake (52 km south east of Udaipur). Within the confines of the Fatah Sagar Lake, there are three small islands.; the largest of these is the island called the Nehru Park (4 km area), which is a popular garden with a restaurantThere is a boat shaped café which is also an attraction for visitors. , the second island (0.06 km area) houses a public park with an impressive water-jet fountain and the third island (1.2 km area) addresses Udaipur Solar Observatory, which is the best solar observing site in Asia. Fateh Sagar Lake is quiet place where people usually come for relaxation and to lighten up amidst the serene waters of the lake.
Fateh Sagar Lake is well-planned with three intake channels and an overflow channel that is usually brought into play in the rainy season. The primarily aim to construct this lake was to carry out irrigational practices. But, eventually the lake became reliable water supply source in the entire region. Lake Fateh Sagar, in fact is the second utmost source of water supply for Udaipur.Said to be the pride of the City of Lakes of Udaipur.One can enjoy boating with moist hills and scenic view in the background. It will indeed be a refreshing feel as cool breeze will leave you energized and thrilled. And make sure that you don’t miss the opportunity to view the magnificent sunset from this lake as it will give you some picture perfect shots.
