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Hari-ke-pattan,
Amritsar, National Wetland &
Wildlife Sanctuary
It is one of the India's most
important lakes ; in winters
(November-onwards) it becomes a
welcome home to nearly 350
species of migratory birds,
coming from as far as Siberia.
It is also one of India's
leading in-land sweet water fish
market and home of varied wild
life.
Kanjli
Wetland, Kapurtala
Maharaja of Kapurthala had built
a lake after making a barrage on
river Kali Bein. Many rivulet
discharges into this river and a
beautiful lake is still there.
On the left side of lake lies a
green forest with some wildlife.
Maharaja had built a retreat
called The Villa on French
design on the banks of this
lake. The present descendant of
Maharaja uses as their
residence. The lake is a
beautiful home of migratory
birds in winters, has been
developed as a still more
beautiful picnic spot with all
the infrastructure facilities.
The tourist can go for boating
in this lake.
Satluj
Water Body Wetland, Ropar
Over 250 species of migratory
birds have been spotted here. 30
km of crystal clear water in
scenic surroundings makes it a
popular spot for angling,
kayaking, canoeing, boating and
long distance swimming.
Zoological Park Chhatbir
20 km from Chandigarh and 55 km
from Patiala spread over 202
Acres of raw scrubland, it
houses 52 species of animal and
62species of birds in a
simulated natural habitat. It is
famous for its Lion Safari and
is the biggest park of its type
in India. Tiger Safari near
Ludhiana and a Deer Park at
Neelon on Ludhiana- Chandigarh
road are also worth visiting.
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