Padam Lake, Ranthambore

Padam Lake is one of the most wonderful and biggest lakes arranged inside Ranthambore National Park. The title of this lake is given on account of the lovely lotuses and lilies, which develop in this lake. Situated close to the banks of this lake is a chasing adobe, named Jogi Mahal. Visitors can observer genghis tigers, which land at this lake for their prey, deer. A sight that voyagers may observer is that of the battle among tigers and crocodiles. Crowds of different species can be seen at Padam Lake at night and early morning. The lake gives delightful perspectives on natural life to photography and shootings.

The Padam Talao is a favorite watering hole of the animals of Ranthambore. Tigers, Leopards, Deer, Monkeys and Peacocks can be seen drinking at the lakes edge during the early morning and late evening. Machans or huts on observation posts near the Padam Talao are an excellent platform from where visitors can see the animals in their natural habitat. Genghis, one of the legendary tigers of Ranthambore was famous for hunting deer that came to the lakeside to drink.

The hunting lodge called Jogi Mahal is situated on the banks of the Padam Talao. The view from the Jogi Mahal is a splendid one. Jogi Mahal was built by the royal families of Jaipur and served as a hunting abode to various generations of Jaipur Maharajas. After the decline of ruling authorities of Jaipur, this Mahal is turned into a guest house which offers comfortable stay to tourists during their visit to Ranthambore.
Visitors can also visit banyan tree, which is considered as the second largest banyan tree in India. The lake provides beautiful views of wildlife for photography and shootings.