Hussain Sagar Lake

Excavated in 1562 A.D. by Hussain Shah Wali during the time of Ibrahim Quli Qutub Shah, the promenade by the lake is a busy thoroughfare today. Boating and water sports are a regular feature in the Hussain Sagar. One of the World's tallest monolithic statues of Buddha stands on the 'Rock of Gibraltar', in the middle of the lake.
Hussain Sagar cruises are operating.

	Bhageerathi Pleasure Cruiser
	Bhagmati Luxury Cruiser

These are the state of art cruises. Well furnished restaurants, on board plus sophisticated music system.

Osmansagar Lake

Osmansagar, better known as Gandipet, on the outskirts of Hyderabad is an excellent picnic spot. Osmansagar is one of the two lakes on the city's periphery that supplies drinking water to the great metropolis. The lake is a reservoir created by a dam across the Isa, a tributary of the River Musi.

Abutting the lake and the bund are lush gardens that provide the ideal ambience for an outing. Overlooking the lake is the heritage building, Sagar Mahal, built as a resort by the Nizam of Hyderabad.

Shamirpet (Under the private management)

Located 24 kms. to the north of Secunderabad. Shamirpet has a beautiful lake and a deer park. Its peaceful environs make it a great picnic spot.

Mir Alam Tank

Mir Alam Tank is a large lake adjacent to Nehru Zoological Park.

Secret Lake (Durgam Cheruvu)

The 'Secret Lake' is situated close to Shilparamam Crafts Village and Hitech City, behind Jubilee Hills.