Sardar Samand Lake Jodhpur Near to the city of Jodhpur is the Sardar Samand Lake. The lake lays 60-kms south-east of Jodhpur off the Jodhpur – Pali route. The scenery of this lake is fascinating. Sardar Samand Lake attracts countless varieties of migratory birds. So, if you are a bird watcher, this is the place to be. Also enchanted by its placid waters are tourists who come to enjoy peace and solitude of the place.
While on your way to Sardar Samand Lake from Jodhpur, one may even spot feely roaming wildlife of the region, especially the Black Buck, Neelgai and Chinkara. Even the rote presents you with an interesting drive, keeping you entranced. The countryside with its lively villages and smiling village folk offers you taste of the region’s hospitality. The route also passes through the Bishnoi villages, an old community.
The lake as well as the route to the lake, provides a virtual treat to photographers. On a hill overlooking the Sardar Samand Lake, stands the summer palace of Maharaja Umaid Singh. It was once the hunting lodge of the royal Jodhpur Tour Packages family. It has now been converted into the Sardar Samand Lake Resort. The resort offers some of the most breathtaking views of the magnificent lake.
History
The Sardar Samand Lake Palace in Jodhpur is one of the most beautiful palaces in Rajasthan. It was built in the year 1933 by Maharaja Umaid Singh. It acted as the summer palace for Maharaja Umaid Singh and he would love to spend his summers in this palace. However, now, this palace has been converted into a heritage hotel.
Best Time to Visit
If you are looking for the best time to visit this beautiful lake palace, you need not worry. You can visit here all year round and stay with a royal touch in this heritage hotel. It is located right in the middle of the lake and so you can be sure that there would be cool breeze blowing all day round. However, as this palace is located in one of the hottest cities in Rajasthan, Jodhpur Attractions, the route and the entire trip during summers could get a little exhilarating. Visiting here during the months of October to March and mid April could be a great option for all.
How to Reach
Located around 60 km away from the Jodhpur city in the south-east direction, reaching the Sardar Samand Lake Palace is a very smooth drive on the Pali Road. You can reach Jodhpur via rail or road and from there take a taxi or any other public transport to reach this Lake Palace. You can even rent a car and drive through the Pali Road to reach here.