Lakes In Mumbai

Fashion, glamour, technology and night life are not the only elements that make Mumbai so impressive; the beautiful lakes also serve as an important feature of this city. Mumbai is a metropolitan city and is home to a diverse, multi-ethnic population. This fast-paced city is blessed with many lakes that provide freshwater to all the people who live in the city. Some of Mumbai's gorgeous lakes are surrounded by lush green vegetation that adds to their existing beauty. These lakes are Mumbai's most valuable natural resources and, with the aid of storages, reservoirs and pipes, they act as prominent water sources for personal and commercial purposes.

Some of the most beautiful lakes in India are found in Mumbai. The 'Vihar Lake', which is the largest lake in Mumbai and an important water resource, stretches to about 27 miles and is located near the 'Sanjay Gandhi National Park'. Apart from the plush greenery and the spectacular view of the sunset, several flocks of birds can also be seen at this lake. The second largest lake in Mumbai is the 'Tulsi Lake', which is surrounded by plants, flowering shrubs and large trees, making it an ideal spot for picnics and family gatherings. Water from the Tulsi Lake is extremely fresh and is used as drinking water for the citizens of Mumbai. 'Powai Lake' is an artificial lake that was built by the British in 1890 and is considered as an important tourist spot. This lake is located near the Indian institute of Technology. These were just a few well-known lakes of Mumbai; there are plenty others that can surely take your breath away. Enjoy the scenic beauty of these lakes with your friends and family on your next visit to the city of Mumbai.

Vihar Lake
Considered to be the largest lake of Mumbai, Vihar Lake was constructed in 1860 on the Salsette group of islands. This lake, situated in between Tulsi Lake and Powai Lake, meets up to 3% of the city's southern region's water requirements. The water of the lake is filtered at Bhandup in a large filtration plant to meet the drinking water needs of the people.

Tulsi Lake
Tulsi Lake is the second largest lake in the city of Mumbai, after Vihar Lake. This fresh water lake is located in northern Mumbai on the Salsette Island, along with the Vihar Lake, within the premises of Borivali National Park (also known as Sanjay Gandhi National Park).

Powai Lake
Powai Lake is an artificial lake situated in the Powai valley in the northern suburb of Mumbai which was named after Framaji Kavasji Powai Estate. This lake is amongst the beautiful places in the city of Mumbai which you cannot miss out on your visit to this metropolis. Located on the Salsette Island, next to the Powai village, Powai Lake is a calm and soothing place to enjoy nature at its best.