Bilaspur District — Gobind Sagar Lake — The Story of a Drowned City

Himachal Pradesh · Oct–Mar · 380–1800 m altitude

About Bilaspur

Bilaspur's old town was submerged when the Bhakra Dam created Gobind Sagar Lake in 1954. Gobind Sagar (540 km²) is one of India's largest man-made lakes and a major water sports centre. Naina Devi temple on a ridge overlooking the lake is one of the most important Shakti Peethas in northern India.

Quick Facts

District HQ

Bilaspur

Area

1167 km²

Altitude

380–1800 m

Best Season

Oct–Mar

Summer Temp

25–42°C

Winter Temp

5–20°C

Nearest Airport

Chandigarh

From Delhi

340 km

Top Places to Visit in Bilaspur

Gobind Sagar Lake540 km² reservoir. Boat rides, water sports, angling. Stunning sunset point.
Naina Devi TempleHilltop Shakti Peetha at 1219 m. Ropeway. Panoramic lake views.
Bhakra DamOne of India's highest gravity dams (226 m). Nehru called it 'New Temple of India'.
Markand TempleAncient Shiva temple complex on Gobind Sagar bank. Carved stone sculptures.
SwarghatConfluence point of Satluj into Gobind Sagar. Scenic river beach.

Local Food & Cuisine

DhamBabruMadraJholMittha (sweet saffron rice)

Famous For

Gobind Sagar LakeBhakra DamNaina Devi Shakti PeethaWater SportsDrowned City

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