The Renuks lake (672km) is regarded as the embodiment of Renukaji, the wife of the sage Jamadagani and the mother of parsuram one of the ten Avtars of Lord Vishnu. Shaped like the profile of a woman the lake has the circumference of 2.5 km and is the largest in Himchal.

This placid stretch of water is fed by underground springs and the surrounding hills are padded by lush forest that support a large variety of plant and animal life.

Boating and treking are the additional attraction of renukaji, whose natural beaut has to be seen to be believed. This is a perfect year around destination that beckons every traveller.

The Renuka Lake (660m) is regarded as the embodiment of Renukaji, the wife of the sage Jamadagini and the mother of Parshuram one of the ten Avtars of Lord Vishnu. Shaped like the profile of a woman, the lake has the circumference of 2.5 km and is the largest in Himachal. This placid stretch of water is fed by underground springs and the surrounding hills are padded by lush forests that support a large variety of plant and animal life. Boating and trekking are the additional attractions of Renukaji, whose natural beauty has to be seen to be beliveved. This is a perfect year - around destination that beckons every traveler.

How to Get There

Renukaji is connected by road. It is 315 km from Delhi. The nearest rail heads are at Ambala (95 km), Dehradun (105 km) and Chandigarh (95 km). The nearest airports are at Chandigarh and Dehradun. Taxis/buses are available for Renukaji at all places.

Climate

In winter, the climate is pleasant and medium woolens are suggested. Summer temperature are high and cottons are recommended.

Places of Interest in and Around Renukaji

Renuka Lake
Legend has it that when the evil Sahasarjuna killed the sage Jamadagini and tried to abduct his wife Renuka, She flung herself into the water. The gods restored her to life and this like is regarded to be her embodiment. There is a row of temples along its banks, and a track encircles the waters. Boats are available on hire from the hotel.

Parashurama Tal and Renuka Temple (100m)
At the base of the Renuka lake, this large pool is considered to embrance Lord Parshurama, who ished to spend all eternity at his mother's feet. Reportedly built overnight by an invading force of Gurkhas in early 19th Centry, the original temple of Renukaji is here. Both mother and son are reunited every year at a celebratory fair held in November.

Jamu Peak (8km)
Above the lake is the peak where Rishi Jamadagini is said to have meditated. A footpath leads to this. There is a small temple and it offers an excellent view of the lake and surrounding area.

Mini zoo (2km)
You can boat across the lake or drive to this zoo, which has Asiatic lions, spotted deer, lion tailed macaques, 'nilgai', mithun, barking, deer and Himalayan Blackbears.

Lion Safari (2km)
Adjoining the zoo, an armoured van enters the large enclosure allowing for a close glimpse of the lions within.

Jataun (5km)
The dam of the Giri hydel project is here and angling for Mahaseer (river carp) may be done.

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