Characteristically speaking, Rajasthan is a desert state and much of its landscape is barren. However, it is also amazing to note that the state is also home to some very beautiful natural and artificial lakes that add more to its variety and appeal. The lakes of Rajasthan are not only a great source of water for its people but many of them also hold religious significance. Moreover, they are among some of the most popular tourist attractions in Rajasthan today.

During a travel to Rajasthan in India, you are bound to come across lakes that are sure to bowl you over with their beauty. Interestingly, you will also find some delightful palaces, majestic temples and other interesting structures in midst of some of the lakes in Rajasthan. Most of the lakes in Rajasthan are also excellent for boat rides. It is indeed common to see tourists enjoying their day out on colorful boats at the lakes in Rajasthan.

A trip to cities like Udaipur, Jodhpur and Pushkar is the best option to indulge in if you are interested in a lakes tour of Rajasthan. However, there are many other places to visit if you are inclined to take a path that is off the beaten track. But the lakes of Rajasthan are sure to delight you anyway.

Some of the famous lakes of Rajasthan in India are:

Lake Pichola Udaipur        
Fateh Sagar Lake Udaipur
Sardar Samand Lake           
Kaylana Lake Jodhpur
Ana Sagar Lake       
Gadsisar Lake
Kailana Lake            
Pushkar Lake