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In the Kotgarh forest division lies the Tani Jubbar Lake.<\/strong> It is a small oval-shaped artificial water-fed lake.This shallow body of water, flanked by gentle slopes and covered with pine and spruce trees, is also encircled by a paved pathway. There is a small temple on the banks of the lake dedicated to ‘Nag Devta’, the God of Snakes. The lake is known for its scenic beauty, which makes it an ideal relaxing picnic spot. The colourful fair of Tani Jubbar is extravagantly held annually at Tani Jubbar Lake. This picturesque location provides a soothing experience to its visitors.<\/em><\/p>\n

Location Of The Tani Jubbar Lake\u00a0\"The<\/h2>\n

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Tani Jubbar Lake is approximately 70 km from Shimla, the erstwhile summer capital of British India, towards Thanedhar, Kotgarh. This destination is also accessible by bus, as Narkanda Bus Station is only 10 km away.<\/p>\n

The nearest railway station is Shimla Railway Station, located about 76 km from the town of Narkanda. The nearest airport is Shimla Airport, also known as Jubbarhatti Airport. This airport connects Shimla to Amritsar, Delhi, and Dharamshala via the aerial route. Helicopter services can also be availed of alongside this airport.<\/p>\n

This lake is situated at 2350 m to 2400 m above sea level. The average temperature is 21\u00ba C during the summer, while in winter, it can dip to 2\u00ba C.
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Must Read:<\/strong> Places To Visit In Narkanda<\/a><\/p>\n

Things To Do<\/h2>\n

For every peace-seeker, adventure-seeker, and aesthetic-seeker, Tani Jubbar Lake has something to offer. You have a vast, diverse platter of options for spending your time here. The well-defined pathway allows you to wander around the lake and nearby places. Boating is another lucrative way of spending your time. The backdrop of lush green forests and the reflection of pine and deodar trees on the lake’s surface make for the most aesthetically pleasing snapshots.<\/p>\n

Rambling<\/h3>\n
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The picturesque location and the pleasant weather add up to make a perfect trail to walk upon. Once embarked on the trail, the nearby village of Mailan, an old-world classical locale that is just 20 minutes downhill walk from the lake, is also a popular choice among visitors.<\/p>\n

The banks of the lake provide an ideal set-up for spending the night under the starry night. One can pitch a tent to spend a tranquil night on the banks of the serene lake.<\/p>\n

People who are not able to complete their daily steps should definitely consider visiting this place and surprising their fitness trackers.<\/p>\n

Photography<\/h3>\n
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In the age of social media, everybody is an amateur artist. People not only seek to visit aesthetic places but more than that, they desire to capture the location in the most aesthetically- pleasing frame and garner likes on social media.<\/p>\n

Tani Jubbar Lake, enclosed by the forests and the reflections of those pine trees on the water’s surface, offers a successful day at work to all the photographers, painters, sketch artists etc. Not to forget, this underrated location can be a great backdrop for your pictures, videos and reels.<\/p>\n

Suggested Read:<\/strong> Trekking Near Shimla<\/a><\/p>\n

Boating<\/h3>\n
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One of the best options to explore the entire lake and the aesthetic views offered while sitting in the midst of the lake can be enjoyed through boating. The act of travelling on the water for pleasure is usually done in pairs of one or two. Boating allows you to feel the water body more closely and not to forget, is a great option for an effortless workout.<\/p>\n

Tani Jubbar Fair<\/h3>\n
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Organized by the Gram Panchayat of Jarol, Kotgarh The Tani Jubbar Fair is held annually at the Tani Jubbar Lake between 28th and 30th May.<\/p>\n

One can spend the day relishing juicy jalebis, watermelons, and ice candies and frolicking around till the local deity arrives in the afternoon. One can soak in the high vibrational energy of the event and ride the swings and mini Ferris wheels. Then comes the most awaited moment, the arrival of the Deota (the local deity), a mesmerising sight. Locals carry the local deity on his rath (chariot) to the main ground preceded by the baja (local drums). The whole place is filled with an air of vibrancy and divinity. Later the nati (Local Dance) is performed. Everybody can be seen joining in irrespective of the cast and social standing. There\u2019s an influx of devotees and visitors.<\/p>\n

Suggested Read:<\/strong> Water Sports in Himachal Pradesh<\/a><\/p>\n

More About Narkanda<\/h2>\n
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Narkanda is a town in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It is at an elevation of 2708 meters on the Hindustan-Tibet Road (NH 5) within a fir (abies pindrow) forest. It is about 60 km away from Shimla and is surrounded by the Himalayan Range.<\/p>\n

Flocking tourists visit the town of Narkanda from far and wide. It is noted for its scenic beauty, significant temples from ancient times, India\u2019s foremost apple orchards and thriving industry of adventure activities like skiing etc. The best experience one can have in Narkanda is trekking all the way up to the Hatu Peak through deodar-laden forests and then visiting the Hatu Mata Temple awaiting the visitor atop the peak.<\/p>\n

Narkanda is a historically significant location as the first apple cultivated in India was at this particular place. Satyanand Stokes is credited with strengthening the economy by introducing apples here.<\/p>\n

More About Shimla<\/h2>\n
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Shimla was designated as the summer capital of British India in 1864. However, the city did not lose its significance after independence. First, it was made the capital of East Punjab and later, when a new state of Himachal Pradesh was carved from Punjab, Shimla was made the capital city of Himachal Pradesh.<\/p>\n

But this city has not completely lost the British touch as it is still home to several buildings that are styled in the Tudorbethan and neo-Gothic architectures dating from the colonial era. Major tourist attractions are spread throughout the city which include the Shri Hanuman Jakhu (Statue), Jakhu Temple, Viceregal Lodge, Christ Church, Mall Road, The Ridge and Annadale.<\/p>\n

Shimla also boasts of the largest natural ice skating rink not just in India but in the entire South Asia. Apart from being a tourism centre, the city is also an educational hub with several of these colleges and missionary schools set up by the British, in a bid to spread Western education.<\/p>\n

Further Read:<\/strong> Lakes Of Himachal Pradesh<\/a><\/p>\n

Now that you have a list of things to keep in mind for your next vacation to see the Tani Jubbar Lake, make sure you plan your trip to Narkanda<\/a> to these fabulous spots for the experience of a lifetime. Don\u2019t miss out on these lucrative opportunities and book your tour packages now!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tani Jubbar Lake<\/h2>\n
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How to reach Tani Jubbar Lake<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe Narkand Bus Station is 10Kms away, Shimla Airport is at a distance of 90Kms and the nearest railway station- Chandigarh Junction is 177Kms away. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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How much time is needed to visit the famous lake in Narkanda<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tOne day is enough. However, if you really want to absorb the vibes of the area you can spend two days at the lake and unwind. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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How can I attend the Tani Jubbar Mela<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe Mela is organised annually at the Tani Jubbar Lake between the 28th and 31st of May. There are no tickets and you can just attend the fair by being there on the said dates. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Where is the temple of \u2018Nag Devta\u2019 located in Himachal Pradesh<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tOne of the most-visited temples dedicated to 'Nag Devta', the God of Snakes is situated near the Tani Jubbar Lake. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n

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Is any entry fee levied to visit Tani Jubbar Lake<\/p>\n

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tNo there is no entry fee levied to visit the Tani Jubar Lake in Jammu and Kashmir. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n