Wular Lake

Wular Lake is a freshwater lake located in the district of Bandipora, Jammu-Kashmir. It is counted among Asia’s freshwater lakes and is a tributary of Jhelum River. A must-visit destination in Bandipora, this lake catches the attention of visitors on a huge scale. Its appealing surrounding with the cloudy background of the Himalayan belt adds more charm to its visual appeal.

Why Is It Famous?
Owning to a Kashmiri word ‘Wul’, this lake got its name as Wular Lake due to the language and pronunciation distortions. It’s a famous site in the district due to its surroundings, ambiance, and fauna. It is bestowed the beauty of nature in abundance and a soulful ambiance that can make anyone succumb to it immediately.

It is a home to beautiful birds as well. The birds like the goose, rock dove, eagle, short-toed hawk, swan etc. are often spotted at Wular Lake.

Best Time To Visit:-
Wular Lake welcomes the visitors throughout the year. It can be visited during any season without any hassle.

Watch Out!
One should watch out for the activity of fishing. If you love fishing then you won’t return disappointed. Wular Lake is a home to numerous fishes and tourists often throng t this lake for catching the freshwater fishes.

Reaching There:-
Bandipora is well-connected via all major roads and railheads that connect it with Kashmir. Therefore, it can be reached from any part of Kashmir conveniently. Commuting to and from the different destinations can be done via local buses, cabs, and autos.

Nearest Railway Station:- Bandipora Railway Station
Nearest Airport:- Srinagar Airport