Ana Sagar Lake Ajmer, situated in the north-west of the city, Is an artificial lake and situated near to Ajmer Bus stand, was created in the 12th century by building a dam across the river Luni for domestic water supply. The lake’s water- spread area varies between 97 and 182 ha, and the depth ranges from 1.9 m to 4.4 m. Its catchment covers 70.6 sq.km. Nearly 30% of the population of the city resides within the catchment area of the lake.
It is one the most popular lake in the Ajmer and it is one of the largest lakes in the Ajmer City. Ajmer is also known as a holy place due to “Ajmer Dargah Sharif” and “Puskar Lake and Barhmaji Temple”.
Anasagar Lake is highly degraded because of pollution from various point and non point sources. The wastewater from the catchment area enters the lake through an open surface drainage system as the natural valley lines have been converted into open drains. There are about 8 major/minor open drains which carry an estimated 13 mld wastewater from the areas surrounding the Ana Sagar Lake Ajmer.
The History of Ana Sagar Lake:
The picturesque Ana Sagar Lake in Ajmer was established by emperor “Anaji Chauhan”, who is the grandfather of “Prithvi Raj Chauhan”. Hence, the lake is named after the sovereign Anaji chauhan. King Anaji Chauhan built this lake at some stage between 1135 -1150 AD. He built this lake for the betterment of the civilization. Basically, AnaSagar Lake was constructed by raising a dam across the “Luni or Lavanavari River”. The catchments of the lake were constructed with the huge support and assistance of the community.
The arresting Pavilions or “Baradari” that are nearby the lake were constructed in 1637 by the Mughal emperor Shahjahan. The Baradari is essentially a Marble stone pavilion. The “Daulat Bagh Gardens” that surrounds the Ana Saga Lake were established by Mughal sovereign Jehangir. The circuit residence that’s placed on the hilltop in the vicinity of Ana Sagar Lake Ajmer once served as the British Residency. The High court has prohibited the edifice in the catchment regions of the Ana Sagar Lake areas in order to maintain the charismatic splendor of the lake.
Attraction Near By Ana Sagar Lake Ajmer
Daulat Bagh – This is a lush garden with numerous flowers and trees with sprawling lawns. Tourist can visit “Daulat Bagh” gardens or Daulat Bagh park is situated at the south-east corner of Ana Sagar Lake. The park is perfect for evening time with your family or friends. You can see here a perfect sunset view. There are ferries also operated from here to reach an island of Ana Sagar Lake Ajmer so you can enjoy the speedboat ride as well.
The Marble pavilions built in the premises of the Daulat Bagh Garden is the main attraction of the garden beside the beautifully bloomed flowers and tall trees which make the breeze calm and cool. It is the great place to go and take rest while your tour with your kids and family. Becuase here greener is good to see and a spend time. Also, this garden located in the center of Ajmer city.
Best time of the year to visit Ana Sagar Lake:
Tourists can be in awe of the absolute beauty of Ana Sagar Lake Ajmer if, they visit this place during October and March months. This period of the year is when the weather remains fresh, breezy and agreeable. Also, the water level in the lake will move up to the mark offering a beautiful view.
How to Reach Ana Sagar Lake
By Air: Presently, there is no closest airport to the lake but Sanganer Airport or Jaipur International Airport is located at a distance of about 135 km away to the city Ajmer.
By Rail: The nearest is 2 km away from Ajmer Railway Station from where one can either walk or take a rickshaw.
By Road: You can also hire a cab for reaching here easily if you’re coming from other parts of the city.
