Topchanchi Lake

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Topchanchi Lake - Location details

Topchanchi Lake, Howrah, West Bengal

Topchanchi Lake - History details

Topchanchi Lake in Jharkhand was built in 1915 by damming streams from Parasnath Hills. Spread across 214 acres, it supplies water to Dhanbad and Jharia coalfields. Surrounded by forests and hills, it is a serene picnic spot and gateway to Parasnath, a Jain pilgrimage site. Wildlife enthusiasts visit the adjacent sanctuary, home to leopards and deer, making it a blend of nature and spirituality.