Gobind
Sagar Lake over the Sutlej River is
a huge reservoir and is the result
of Bhakra Nangal, the world’s
second highest gravity dam. It is a
major landmark of Bilaspur District.
It covers an area of 170 sq km and
its length extends up to 90 km. The
lake is named in honor of Guru Gobind
Singh, the tenth and last guru of Sikhs.
In October and November, the water
level of the reservoir is at peak and
a series of boat races are organized
by the Department of Tourism and Civil
Aviation. The water sports activities
such as water-skiing, sailing, kayaking
and water-scooter racing can be enjoyed
during this timeA wide range of facilities
such as speedboat and ferry rides are
available to explore the lake. The
mountaineering institute here conducts
water sports festival every winter.
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