Sursagar Lake
સુરસાગર તળાવ
A lake in the old city center with a gilded Shiva statue about 36 m tall rising from its middle; at night, the lights reflect on the water.
Sursagar Lake lies on the edge of the old city center. In the 18th century the Gaekwad dynasty rebuilt it with stone embankments. In the middle of the lake stands the Sarveshwar Mahadev Shiva statue, about 120 feet (around 36 m) tall, with an outer layer of gold plating. When lit at night, it is reflected on the water, making it one of the city's most photogenic night views.
A lakeside walkway encircles the lake, boats run on weekends, and during major festivals such as Maha Shivaratri and Ganesh Chaturthi it is especially lively. Admission is free, and the lake can be reached on foot from Mandvi Gate and Nyay Mandir.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Nyay Mandir
- Tambekar Wada
- Mandvi Gate
- Sri Aurobindo Niwas
- Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum
- Laxmi Vilas Palace
- Kirti Mandir
- Sayaji Baug