This lake is centrally located, over a space of 1.5 sq. km.
It was originally known as "Halsur" or "Alasur".It then extended
over an area of 125 acres.It is a major tourist attraction with
a boat club. You can enjoy a boat-ride which includes stops
at some of the tiny islands that dot the lake.
The boating is organised by the KSTDC. Pedal and row-boats can
be hired for Rs 120/- per hour. Boating is open on all days
including Sundays and government holidays between 9:30 am and
5:30 pm. Attached to the lake is a park with a lot of shade
and greenery, which is frequented by children and others
Click here to see the map location of Ulsoor Lake.
SANKEY TANK
Boating on a weekend can be fun and the Sankey Tank offers
you just the setting you need. The Mayura Sankey Boat Club
is maintained by the KSTDC. It is open from 10 am to 6 pm
and has no holidays. The boating facilities provided are -
row boats, pedal boats and motor boats. A Swim Centre is housed
within the boundaries of the Sankey Tank. The centre is open
from 6 am to 5 pm on all days except on Friday, which is the
weekly holiday. It is closed between 10 am and 12 noon every
day. There is a separate batch for ladies from 3:30 pm to
4:30 pm. The entry is Rs 10/- for adults and Rs 5/- for children.
Address: K. C. Reddy Swim Centre, Sadashivnagar, Near Bhasyam Circle,
Bangalore, Phone: 2334 9558.
Here is another lake of
Bangalore, distinguished by the sculpture of a girl by artist
John Devaraj, set right in the middle of the lake. The surroundings
look nice but to tell the truth, this lake is sadly neglected.Click
here to see the map location of Yediyur Lake.