Nigeen Lake - History, Timings & Entry Fee

At a distance of 7 km from Srinagar Bus Station, Nigeen Lake, also called Nageen Lake, is a splendid lake located in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir. Situated adjacent to the Hari Parbat hillock, it is one of the major tourist places in Srinagar.

Nigeen Lake is renowned for its pristine waters and stunning ambiance. It is sometimes considered a part of the Dal Lake and is connected to it via a narrow strait. It is also connected to the Khushal Sar and Gil Sar lakes via a channel known as Nallah Amir Khan. Nigeen Lake is surrounded by a large number of willow and poplar trees. Hence, it has come to be referred to as a 'nageena', which means 'the jewel in the ring'. The word 'nigeen' is a local variant of the same word.

The water of this lake is crystal clear that the reflection of the edging trees and hills of Shankaracharya (Takht-e-Suleiman) in the south and Hari Parbat in the west can be mirrored. The water in Nigeen Lake is good for swimming and there are fiberglass boats available. The most enthralling activity that visitors can enjoy is a ride in the traditional boats called shikaras. With clear skies overhead and wrapped between the mountains and cruising on the shikara is one of the best experiences in Srinagar. Besides, the deep blue surface of this lake shimmers with the touch of sunrays that form a mesmerizing vista.

Timings: 7 AM - 8 PM

Entry: Free, Rs. 500 for Sikhara Ride