One of the renowned tourist spots and the favorite picnic spot for locals as well as visitors of Chandigarh, the Sukhna Lake, as the name suggests, is the favorite resting abode for all. A man-made calm reservoir, the lake was built in the year 1958 for holding the water of seasonal Sukhna Choe. Credit goes to the architectural vision of Le Corbusier, the architect of Chandigarh, who had a notion to bestow each city with a soothing waterfront. Currently, it is the most popular hangout destination in the city. Sprawled over a massive expanse of lush green areas, Sukhna Lake has a wide promenade which offers solace to the city’s dwellers from the hustles of the daily life. One of the best parts about the peaceful lake is the spectacular views of surrounding areas, with its clear water reflecting the neighboring hills during the golden hour of sunrise and sunset. You can find people early in the morning walking, jogging, cycling, performing yoga etc. At sunset time, couples stroll by the lake, children play in the vast promenade along with their family and travelers take leisurely strolls around it. Boating at the lake is another popular activity you can indulge in here. You can choose from a variety of boats like paddle boats, row boats, or shikaras, to glide gently on the tranquil water. Migratory birds from various parts of the world can be found visiting the lake during winter season and it becomes one of the hotspots for the enthusiastic bird watchers. You will also find the lake adorned with an array of food stalls and restaurants which enhance its beauty and popularity. Various cultural festivals and local ceremonies are also celebrated here, periodically. Hence, if you are in pursuit of adventure, good photo opportunities, family gatherings or a solitary getaway to rejuvenate yourself then, you should undoubtedly plan a visit to Sukhna Lake.
