Drona Sagar Lake

Drona Sagar Lake in Kashipur

Drona Sagar Lake is nestled in the quaint town of Kashipur in Udham Singh Nagar district of Uttarakhand. The pristine lake is associated with Guru Dronacharya, the royal guru of the Kauravas and Pandavas of the epic Mahabharatha. According to a famous legend, the Pandavas created the Drona Sagar Lake for their Guru Dronacharya as Guru Dakshina, which literally suggests paying back the dues of the teacher through a wise gift. As cited in the Puranas (holy text), the water of Drona Sagar is as divine as the water of river Ganga. The pristine pond is blossomed with Lotus flowers and is surrounded by various temples. At present, the Archaeological Survey of India protects this place.

How to Reach Drona Sagar, Kashipur

Drona Sagar Lake in Kashipur can be easily reached by tourists and pilgrims as it is located near Awas Vikas Chowk. It lies close to the Kashipur-Moradabad road. The nearest landmark to the Drona Sagar Lake is ICICI Bank and its ATM. There are plenty of local buses and shared cabs that ply daily to the Drona Sagar Lake from different parts of Kashipur. The nearest railway station is situated in Kashipur itself while the nearest airport is located in Pantnagar, some 63 kms away.

Location of Drona Sagar Lake

Drona Sagar Lake is located in Kashipur ( This lake is nestled near Awas Vikas Chowk in Kashipur. ICICI bank & ATM adjecent to it is a major landmark).

What is Drona Sagar Lake famous for?

Drona Sagar Lake is popular place for following activities/ interests - Lakes.