Rajsamand Lake
Rajsamand Lake (also known as Rajsamudra Lake) is a lake in the city of Rajsamand in the Rajsamand district of Indian state of Rajasthan, 67 km away from Udaipur. Built by Rana Raj Singh, it is approximately 1.75 miles (2.82 km) wide, 4 miles (6.4 km) long and 60 feet (18 m) deep. It was built across the Gomti river which originates from Sewantri, Kelwa and Tali rivers, with a catchment area of approximately 196 sq mi (510 km2).
| Rajsamand Lake | |
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Ghat of Rajsamand lake, (RJ) with pavilions and toranas | |
Rajsamand Lake | |
| Location | Rajsamand city, Rajasthan, India |
| Coordinates | 25.07°N 73.88°E |
| Lake type | Freshwater Lake |
| Primary inflows | Gomati, Kelwa and Tali rivers |
| Catchment area | 196 sq mi (510 km2) |
| Basin countries | India |
| Built | 1676 |
| Max. length | 6.4 km (4.0 mi) |
| Max. width | 2.82 km (1.75 mi) |
| Average depth | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Settlements | Rajnagar, Kankroli |
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