- Shamirpet lake
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lake_name = Shamirpet lake
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location = near Hyderabad
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cities =Shamirpet lake is situated near Hyderabad,
India . This lake is an artificial one, and was built during theNizam reign.The lake is situated 24km north of
Secunderabad . Its beautiful rocky terrain on its bank is a delight to the eyes. The sunset at the lake is very beautiful. The best time to visit this lake is during October to March.Shamirpet lake attracts a lot of birds, hence a destination for
bird watcher s too.Its distance from the city is an incentive for the weekend picnics. It offers a serene location.
There is also a deer park belonging to the state government near the lake.
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Government of Andhra Pradesh has its resort with restaurants andbanquet hall located close to the lake. There are other resorts like Alankrita, Celebrity club etc.ee also
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Osman Sagar
*Himayat Sagar External links
* [http://www.birdtours.co.uk/tripreports/india/india-45/hyderabad-nov-2006.htm Bird watchers feature]
* [http://www.flickr.com/photos/picturingworld/page2/ Pictures on Flickr]
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