Umiam Lake - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting
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About Umiam Lake
Also known as Barapani. One of the most popular tourist attractions in Ri bhoi district. offers watersports facilities including sailing, water skiing, water scooter, etc. This lake was created by damming the umiam river in the early 1960s.
Activities Around
Attractions Near Umiam Lake
Shillong Golf Course
9.51km from Umiam Lake
Shillong Golf Course, located in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, is one of the oldest, biggest and finest natural golf circuits around the world. It is situated in a mesmerizing beautiful vale that is surrounded with thick pine and rhododendron forestation.
Ward's Lake
10.56km from Umiam Lake
One of the most popular attractions of Shillong, Ward’s lake is a must-visit place when in this pristine north-eastern city. Also known as Pollock’s Lake, this artificial water body is encircled by an extensive lush garden and lies in the middle of the city. Take a walk around this horse-shoe shaped lake on the cobble-stone path or simply admire the colorful floral beds in the garden. It is equally popular amidst locals, family vacationers and honeymooning couples, as a picnic spot.
Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians
11.3km from Umiam Lake
A unique feature of the Cathedral Church building is that it stands on sand. The type of foundation was recommended since the region, where Shillong is located, is prone to severe earthquakes. At the time of building the foundation, trenches were cut from rock and half-filled with sand. The structure has no direct connection with the rock. Theoretically, the Church building, in times of earthquakes, can rock safely on the shock-absorbing sand which is supposed to reduce the earthquake's effects.
Lady Hydari Park
11.71km from Umiam Lake
Scenic, manicured green space with flowering gardens, a lake, and a small zoo.
Shillong View Point
13.85km from Umiam Lake
Mountaintop with observation towers offering views of the sweeping vistas of Shillong City.
Air Force Museum
16.55km from Umiam Lake
The museum offers its visitors an insight into the history of the Indian Air Force and its events, especially during the Indo - Pak War of 1971. Among other things, the museum provides information on the history of planes and aircraft, models of aircrafts, the world's oldest airport, and the Wright brothers’ memorial.
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For more information about Umiam Lake, visit: https://ribhoi.gov.in/tourist-place/umiam-lake/