Attractions Of Faridabad: Surajkund 'Lake of the Sun'

Surajkund :

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Short Overview:

Surajkund is an ancient reservoir of the 10th century just 2 kms from South Delhi boundary. Activities of water sports such as Kayaking are an attraction at this lake. The Area is renowned for the Surajkund Mela, a handicraft fair. The fair is held with a different theme every year on Indian culture and crafts.

Long Overview:

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Surajkund (literal meaning is 'Lake of the Sun') is an artificial Kund (‘Kund’ means lake or reservoir) built in the backdrop of the Aravalli hills with an amphitheater-shaped embankment constructed in semicircular form. It is said to have been built by the Tomar king Suraj Pal of Tomar dynasty in the 10th century. Tomar was a sun worshipper and he had therefore built a Sun temple on its western bank.The complex includes a beautifully done-up garden and a pool - Siddha Kund.More importantly, Surajkund has earned fame for hosting the world acclaimed Surajkund International Crafts Mela organised here every year. Moreover, the Chaupal and Natyashala pulsate with, folk dances and musical evenings that add riot of colours and euphoria of rhythm to the entire experience.



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