The vast lake spreading over an area of 381 hectares is also locally
known by the name of Bor Talav after the illustrious Dewan Shri
Gaurishankar Oza. Conceived and built in 1872 as a water reservoir for
drinking water, today is one of the most preferred tourist as well as
picnic spot in the city. The adjoining bal-vatika along with the musical
fountains, planetarium, boat house and many more attractions provide
ideal entertainment for a day out with nature and family.
Near
the lake is a mini forest, a repository of flora and fauna, with more
than 1 lakh trees which provides a serene ambience bringing one close to
nature. One of the few city-forests in India, this natural haven
provides shelter to varied species of flora and fauna. Within the forest
premises there are two nurseries which cultivate plants for gardens and
forests.
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