Pakhal Lake

Pakhal Lake is a man-made lake in the Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary in the Warangal district of Telangana, a state in Southern India.

History
Pakhal Lake is an artificial lake situated in the Pakhal sanctuary close to Warangal City in Telangana. Believed to have been constructed in 1213 A.D by order of the Kakatiya King Ganapathidev, Jagadhala Mummudi Nayudu constructed the lake by the orders of the king the lake encompasses an area of 30 km2. Set around the lake is the Pakhal Wildlife Sanctuary spread over an area of 900 km2.

Tourism
Pakhal Lake, situated amidst forested undulating hills and dales, is a popular tourist retreat. Set around the shores of this lake is the Pakhal Wild Life Sanctuary with an area of 839 km2. It is a dense forest shelter with a variety of flora and fauna.

Fauna
Many wild animals have found refuge around the lake, such as leopards, panthers, wild boars, hyenas, sloths and others. Cobras, pythons, crocodiles and many species of migratory birds can also be seen here.

Location
Pakhal Lake is situated about 50 km east of Warangal. It is well connected by road, tourists can get there via state-run buses or by private vehicles.