Durgamma Cheruvu (Hyderabad) | park, lake, pond

India / Andhra Pradesh / Kukatpalle / Hyderabad
 park, lake, pond
Durgamma Cheruvu, popularly known as "Durgam Cheruvu", is situated close to Shilparamam craft Village, Jubilee Hills, Kavuri Hills, Hitech City. The reason behind the intriguing name is ambiguous but many says that for many years there were no roads to reach the lake and it was well kept secret for twenty years.

The Durgam Cheruvu lake is spread over an area of 63 acre and is surrounded by hills of the Deccan Plateau.This secret lake is now a haven for visitors with boating facilities, quietitude and fishing activity with a Restaurant. This lake is one best place for the film shootings and it is recommended for its picturesque picnic spot. The cost of film shooting is around Rs.75,000/- per day. Boats can also be hired for film shootings at Rs. 2,500/- per day for 4 seater pedal boat and Rs.3,000/- per day for water scooter. The shields of granite rocks around here are said to be only one of its kind in entire Asia that date back to more than 2,500 million years and attract nature and rock lovers from all over. The Lake has been developed as a major tourist attraction in the Hyderabad city by the AP Tourism Department. The Department has provided pedal boating, camping and trekking facilities. A cafeteria and refreshment center are also located on the banks of the Lake.

Boating of all types (Mechanised Boat, Water Scooter & Pedal Boat) is readily available here, which is the major highlight of this place. The A.P Tourism department has fixed a separate tariff for each type of boat ride. The trip on a mechanised boat would be really thrilling as it takes you from one end of the lake to the other. Similarly a ride on a 'putty', which is newly introduced, is also quite thrilling and it would cost you around Rs. 20/- per trip. You can also have very good time, exploring the rocky terrains.

If you want to relax, away from the bustle of city culture, then this is the right place for you.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durgam_Cheruvu
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Coordinates:   17°25'56"N   78°23'24"E

Comments

  • Employees pledge to protect lake http://www.thehindu.com/2009/06/06/stories/2009060659320400.htm
  • This lake will be dead by 2020;
  • 4BHK,2400SFT,East Facing,Ground Floor flat in a G+2 Apt. ,adjacent to Durgamcheruvu and near Hitech City. 7 years old but looks like 2-3 yr old one.Rental value between Rs.25,000 and Rs.30,000.Loan processing service aslo available.
  • praveen - 9246715222
  • it may not take much time to bring back the glory
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