Sambhar Salt Lake
Sambhar Salt Lake
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AJ
New Delhi, India40 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Out of the World Experience
Sambhar is only touched by Bollywood fraternity till now…
Experience is surreal. But if in case you are driving from Jaipur via Jobner roads are bit difficult to travel.
Place looks where sky and land are meeting together.
Picturesque experience. There train which they are charging around 2000k for as an experience at salt lake area requires some cleanliness and maintainence..
Sambhar is only touched by Bollywood fraternity till now…
Experience is surreal. But if in case you are driving from Jaipur via Jobner roads are bit difficult to travel.
Place looks where sky and land are meeting together.
Picturesque experience. There train which they are charging around 2000k for as an experience at salt lake area requires some cleanliness and maintainence..
Written 3 November 2023
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FHTR In Rajasthan
Jaipur, India259 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
Sambhar Lake is a hidden gem for nature enthusiasts! Visited recently and was blown away by the tranquility. The vast saltwater lake is a peaceful retreat with stunning views. The surreal landscape and vibrant birdlife make it a photographer's dream. I spotted flocks of flamingos adding a pop of color to the serene surroundings. The salty breeze and the sound of water are therapeutic. Though the facilities are basic, the natural beauty compensates. It's a perfect spot for a day trip, offering a unique experience away from the hustle. Highly recommend for anyone seeking a peaceful escape!
Written 26 December 2023
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Somil A
Ghaziabad, India82 contributions
Aug 2020
* Respect the places you visit, keep it clean, Be calm and Enjoy*
Wonderful weekend gateway for NCR residents. Not a very happening place but way far from city life. Bring your own food and water as its a typical village. Its an natural lake and water level depends on nature.
Wonderful weekend gateway for NCR residents. Not a very happening place but way far from city life. Bring your own food and water as its a typical village. Its an natural lake and water level depends on nature.
Written 15 November 2020
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ddevarshi
Jaipur, India1,071 contributions
Dec 2014 • Family
Caution for tourists who are looking for fun and a lot of tourist facilities- you will find almost none. Things are scattered and the town is not geared up to serve tourism. If you are alone and not familiar with what to see then you need to devote some time on maps and identifying locations of your interest. The locations that are in vicinity are-
1 Sambhar Salt Lake (it is spread in huge area so means no specific locality),
2 a place near railway station, known as Kochia ki dhani, where you can see flamingos,
3 salt works (hindustan Salt near sambhar town),
4 old guest house in sambahr town,
5 Naliasar excavation site (maintained by Archaeological Survey of India),
6 Naliasar fresh water lake (on way to excavation site),
7 Narayana-seat of dadu sampradaya,
8 devyani sarovar-a mini pushkar type shrine,
9. Sambhar town and pheni shops.
10. Shakambahri Temple
Identify what you want to see, locate on map and arrange in correct order of travel.
The Salt Lake is one of the 26 Ramsar sites of India. Its ornithological history dates back to 1873 when one of the Salt Inspector, R. M. Adam, carried out detailed survey of birds of this region for Sir A.O Hume, founder of Indian Congress and Theosophical Society. They work got published in first ornithological journal of India known as Stray Feathers.
You can find tea shop near Naliasar. But there is no fast food shop/dhabas/snacks shop at many of the places mentioned above so keep your provisions with you. Yo will hardly find any public toilet except in town (sambhar and Narayana) and Naliasar excavations.
1 Sambhar Salt Lake (it is spread in huge area so means no specific locality),
2 a place near railway station, known as Kochia ki dhani, where you can see flamingos,
3 salt works (hindustan Salt near sambhar town),
4 old guest house in sambahr town,
5 Naliasar excavation site (maintained by Archaeological Survey of India),
6 Naliasar fresh water lake (on way to excavation site),
7 Narayana-seat of dadu sampradaya,
8 devyani sarovar-a mini pushkar type shrine,
9. Sambhar town and pheni shops.
10. Shakambahri Temple
Identify what you want to see, locate on map and arrange in correct order of travel.
The Salt Lake is one of the 26 Ramsar sites of India. Its ornithological history dates back to 1873 when one of the Salt Inspector, R. M. Adam, carried out detailed survey of birds of this region for Sir A.O Hume, founder of Indian Congress and Theosophical Society. They work got published in first ornithological journal of India known as Stray Feathers.
You can find tea shop near Naliasar. But there is no fast food shop/dhabas/snacks shop at many of the places mentioned above so keep your provisions with you. Yo will hardly find any public toilet except in town (sambhar and Narayana) and Naliasar excavations.
Written 6 March 2015
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hprahi
9 contributions
Nov 2018 • Friends
When we were about to pitch our tent a person in a pink innova came and stopped us. He asked us to get permission. The amount he asked was 35000 INR. We were only 3 people and the price they asked was enormous. We were shocked. We left. This is outrageous amount they are asking. They run a heritage camping resort near by and I think they want that people only stay at their place. This is a very very cheap.
Actually they have purchased rights for touristy things in the lake area from SAMBHAR SALT LTD. This was previously maintained by the LTD company and now they sold it. I am not sure that how and what right anybody has there.
Sambhar is indias largest salt lake and it must be the property of India and Indians. If they have a certain contract and for some purposes they are paying to govt, The price they quoted can not be for real. Why a common man can not pitch a tent and enjoy the natural wonder.
IS SAMBHAR LAKE IS A PRIVATE PROPERTY? IT MUST BE NOT. Then who are these people and why this kind of enormous charges??????
Actually they have purchased rights for touristy things in the lake area from SAMBHAR SALT LTD. This was previously maintained by the LTD company and now they sold it. I am not sure that how and what right anybody has there.
Sambhar is indias largest salt lake and it must be the property of India and Indians. If they have a certain contract and for some purposes they are paying to govt, The price they quoted can not be for real. Why a common man can not pitch a tent and enjoy the natural wonder.
IS SAMBHAR LAKE IS A PRIVATE PROPERTY? IT MUST BE NOT. Then who are these people and why this kind of enormous charges??????
Written 25 November 2018
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Kamal G
Kumta, India78 contributions
Apr 2014 • Family
Though Sambhar Lake is more known for salt making from its natural salt lake, but this ancient town had a rich past, with Devyani Sarovar, similar to Pushkar, the price less artifacts, discovered here in excavation on archaeological sites are preserved at Albert museum hall in Jaipur, the wild life in adjoining jungles, the bird sanctuary and diverse wetland of Naliasar, declared under Ramsar convention attracts migratory birds from Siberia. The statues from Gurjar Parihar dynasty, almost 1000 year old are there to sea at Albert Museum Jaipur. Sambhar Lake has been in much news in recent years as it has become a hot spot for Bollywood film makers, Delhi 5, Ramlila, PK and many more numerous films are being shot here and more are coming. Architecture of town, its heritage and culture, festivals are unparalleled. Devyani Sarovar is a temple place where so many ancient temple are situates on the shore of small sarovar since centuries.
Written 5 January 2015
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Kirtiman
Pushkar, India11 contributions
Dec 2013 • Friends
I visited Sambhar lake for the first time on 30th Dec 2013. Based on my short visit, I have listed below the places that I found to be of interest.
a) The Salt Pans: For this, you need to enter the actual Sambhar town, and then head to the railway-station, where you park. Cross over the railway tracks to the other side and you'll find the
salt processing plant, and beyond it, the narrow tracks of mini salt-train and the salt pans farther beyond (15-20 minutes of walk from RS). It's a pleasant experience to walk on the white flat lake-bed and look at the crude salt being loaded into the mini-train's wagons, and the mini train itself meandering through the pans slowly. It's unique and beautiful.
b) Shakambhri Devi Temple: It's 23 km from a spot 5 km short of Sambhar, where, while approaching the town from Dudu, the road to the temple branches off to the left at a railway crossing, and is clearly marked. The road runs parallel to lake's periphery and crosses a couple of villages; the road is narrow but in decent condition. The temple itself lies at the foothill of a hillock, and is the last one in a row of three temples clustered together. A rocky trail takes off beside the first temple, and heads up to the top of the hillock(10 minutes of rocky climb, steep in the last lap). From here the view is amazing; the lake bed extending uninterrupted for miles in all the directions. A slight line of Aravalis marks the horizon in the distance all around. Close to temple you can get down on to this expanse and a drive, whether on 2 or 4 wheels is an experience in itself. No overnight stay option is available here, other than your car or the temple complex. Electricity and cell-phone signals do exist. This place is a must visit if you are in Sambhar. It's serene and peaceful.
Other notes:
1. Sambhar isn't touristy so expect nothing fancy. You'll have to ask around for information. At the same time, it's interesting and will appeal to travelers.
2. This lake is home to thousands of Flamingos in winter season, but probably they are to be found much farther off. The lake was quite dry as far as the eye could see.
3. Sambhar has a local delicacy called "Pheeni", a sweet which can be found in many local eateries/T-shops. You might want to take a bite.
4. Most of the factual information about Sambhar, it's accessibility etc. is available on Net/Wiki.
a) The Salt Pans: For this, you need to enter the actual Sambhar town, and then head to the railway-station, where you park. Cross over the railway tracks to the other side and you'll find the
salt processing plant, and beyond it, the narrow tracks of mini salt-train and the salt pans farther beyond (15-20 minutes of walk from RS). It's a pleasant experience to walk on the white flat lake-bed and look at the crude salt being loaded into the mini-train's wagons, and the mini train itself meandering through the pans slowly. It's unique and beautiful.
b) Shakambhri Devi Temple: It's 23 km from a spot 5 km short of Sambhar, where, while approaching the town from Dudu, the road to the temple branches off to the left at a railway crossing, and is clearly marked. The road runs parallel to lake's periphery and crosses a couple of villages; the road is narrow but in decent condition. The temple itself lies at the foothill of a hillock, and is the last one in a row of three temples clustered together. A rocky trail takes off beside the first temple, and heads up to the top of the hillock(10 minutes of rocky climb, steep in the last lap). From here the view is amazing; the lake bed extending uninterrupted for miles in all the directions. A slight line of Aravalis marks the horizon in the distance all around. Close to temple you can get down on to this expanse and a drive, whether on 2 or 4 wheels is an experience in itself. No overnight stay option is available here, other than your car or the temple complex. Electricity and cell-phone signals do exist. This place is a must visit if you are in Sambhar. It's serene and peaceful.
Other notes:
1. Sambhar isn't touristy so expect nothing fancy. You'll have to ask around for information. At the same time, it's interesting and will appeal to travelers.
2. This lake is home to thousands of Flamingos in winter season, but probably they are to be found much farther off. The lake was quite dry as far as the eye could see.
3. Sambhar has a local delicacy called "Pheeni", a sweet which can be found in many local eateries/T-shops. You might want to take a bite.
4. Most of the factual information about Sambhar, it's accessibility etc. is available on Net/Wiki.
Written 3 January 2014
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
ROOPshila’Shaggy
Kota, India697 contributions
Jan 2018 • Friends
Off Beat destination, not on the touristy circuit.. yet a lovely mesmerising day trip... for all types of travelers....
1- SAMBHAR Salt Lake is a massive expanse of over 200 square kms of drying up - Largest Inland Salt water Lake.
2- Need an 4WD OR A MOBIKE to traverse the rough landscape
3-Just under 100kms from JAIPUR on NH8 , lying between AJMER/ JAIPUR, Nagaur/ Kuchaman/ DuDu.....drive 50 kms till Mokhampura turn Right and another 39 Kms.
4- None of the hospitality sector is available.. carry all your water and food.. no fast food cafe or eateries, very few Restrooms make it a bit restrictive.(Some arrangement at Naliasar though)
5-A GOVERNMENT MUSEUM& a guest house(Circuit House +another PWD Dak Bungalow around.
6-Drive to Shakhambari Temple...around 25 KMS from the town( The little town SAMBHAR Eponymous)... boasts of being the CHOUHAN Clam Godesss...
7-Enroute you will cross Jhapok/
Kochia ki Dhani.... famousbfor sighting birds... salt pans and wooden little carriages on the narrowest railway gauge tracks.... can try to take a ride on the one or to bogeys being pulled up by engines....
8-A fenced high end cluster of cottages coming up here .. tie-up with a hotel chain
9- a host of Bollywood Indian movies have been shot around here.... GULAAL/ AMIR KHAN’S PK, Delhi6, JODHA AKBAR, HIGHWAY ... to name a few... the city-centre Rangmanch was abuzz with wooden sets for shooting coming up
11-try the Sadar Bazar or around the Bus Stand for the speciality of the place called -PHEYNI( two types one sweet and the plain ones).....
12-The eastern side has numerous salt- making pans —- both white coloured crystals as well as of the Black LAHORI Kind of salt-crystals near DEVYANI....
13-The place is renowned pilgrimage with Devyani Sarovar-a mini temple complex ...mini Pushkar .. as it’s known...
14-The small white coloured seat of NARAYANA SECT...DADU DAYAL MAHARAJ is also amid these wetlands
15-These wetlands are world renowned for Migratory birds that abound here.... not a sanctuary.. but definitely a vast white landscaped IBA-important birding Area
16–The Greater and Leaser flamingoes, the Bar headed goose, Pochards, shelducks, stilts...flock here between November and January ( WINTER)-a photographers delight in the mornings and at sunset.
17- Paragliding and Star Watching trips are also arranged by some local tourist agencies
18-Ornithologists can take expert help post- Diwali and bee- BASANT .. to catch the dwindling Siberian bird-count ...
19-The Sunset landscape is a sight to behold in the wintertime ... it is spectacular to say the least
20-For the history and heritage buffs .... the ancient temples as well the much revered Dargahs ( Masoleums of Muslim Sufi Saints) abound here...
21- The place is said to be the capital- seat of the historical Prithviraj Chauhan
22- another interesting fact is the Naliasar archaeological site... near the Dargah on the Sambhar-DUDU ROAD... well manicured greens with two small excavation ion sites dating to KUSHANS AND THE GUPTA DYNASTIES....
23-The NALIASAR is the fresh water lake which has a veritable avian-treasure ... with parakeets, curlews, weaver birds , Bulbul’s, to name a few
24- do carry your telescopic camera lenses, binoculars,some sun protection and ample water and food for your day trip....
1- SAMBHAR Salt Lake is a massive expanse of over 200 square kms of drying up - Largest Inland Salt water Lake.
2- Need an 4WD OR A MOBIKE to traverse the rough landscape
3-Just under 100kms from JAIPUR on NH8 , lying between AJMER/ JAIPUR, Nagaur/ Kuchaman/ DuDu.....drive 50 kms till Mokhampura turn Right and another 39 Kms.
4- None of the hospitality sector is available.. carry all your water and food.. no fast food cafe or eateries, very few Restrooms make it a bit restrictive.(Some arrangement at Naliasar though)
5-A GOVERNMENT MUSEUM& a guest house(Circuit House +another PWD Dak Bungalow around.
6-Drive to Shakhambari Temple...around 25 KMS from the town( The little town SAMBHAR Eponymous)... boasts of being the CHOUHAN Clam Godesss...
7-Enroute you will cross Jhapok/
Kochia ki Dhani.... famousbfor sighting birds... salt pans and wooden little carriages on the narrowest railway gauge tracks.... can try to take a ride on the one or to bogeys being pulled up by engines....
8-A fenced high end cluster of cottages coming up here .. tie-up with a hotel chain
9- a host of Bollywood Indian movies have been shot around here.... GULAAL/ AMIR KHAN’S PK, Delhi6, JODHA AKBAR, HIGHWAY ... to name a few... the city-centre Rangmanch was abuzz with wooden sets for shooting coming up
11-try the Sadar Bazar or around the Bus Stand for the speciality of the place called -PHEYNI( two types one sweet and the plain ones).....
12-The eastern side has numerous salt- making pans —- both white coloured crystals as well as of the Black LAHORI Kind of salt-crystals near DEVYANI....
13-The place is renowned pilgrimage with Devyani Sarovar-a mini temple complex ...mini Pushkar .. as it’s known...
14-The small white coloured seat of NARAYANA SECT...DADU DAYAL MAHARAJ is also amid these wetlands
15-These wetlands are world renowned for Migratory birds that abound here.... not a sanctuary.. but definitely a vast white landscaped IBA-important birding Area
16–The Greater and Leaser flamingoes, the Bar headed goose, Pochards, shelducks, stilts...flock here between November and January ( WINTER)-a photographers delight in the mornings and at sunset.
17- Paragliding and Star Watching trips are also arranged by some local tourist agencies
18-Ornithologists can take expert help post- Diwali and bee- BASANT .. to catch the dwindling Siberian bird-count ...
19-The Sunset landscape is a sight to behold in the wintertime ... it is spectacular to say the least
20-For the history and heritage buffs .... the ancient temples as well the much revered Dargahs ( Masoleums of Muslim Sufi Saints) abound here...
21- The place is said to be the capital- seat of the historical Prithviraj Chauhan
22- another interesting fact is the Naliasar archaeological site... near the Dargah on the Sambhar-DUDU ROAD... well manicured greens with two small excavation ion sites dating to KUSHANS AND THE GUPTA DYNASTIES....
23-The NALIASAR is the fresh water lake which has a veritable avian-treasure ... with parakeets, curlews, weaver birds , Bulbul’s, to name a few
24- do carry your telescopic camera lenses, binoculars,some sun protection and ample water and food for your day trip....
Written 28 January 2018
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tushar k
New Delhi, India87 contributions
Mar 2015
In the range of 100 kms from jaipur its a wonderful location for photography. You may not find any food so carry it along with lots of water. Your own vehicle is a must but roads are not that great. We played cricket and that was good experience. Little wildlife and over all good location.
Written 7 March 2015
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Paramjeet K
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India30 contributions
Sept 2014 • Couples
During my visit to Jaipur; I decided to explore the Sambhar Salt Lake. Its a fantastic 6-hours excursion some 70 Kms from Jaipur; however the internal proximity of Lake in and around is 30 Kms hence your return eventually turns out to be 100 Kms while coming back.
The best part is drive; NH-8 is at its best post Jaipur. Post some straight 50-Kms from Jaipur on NH-8 you reach at Mokhampura (from where you need to take right turn; Sambhar is further 30 Kms on this route.
You can visit at plant of Sambhar Salts Limited which is now known as Hindustan Salts Limited. The shooting of movie called "Highway" took place in the same compound.
Further one can also visit Mata Shakambhari Tample which has its own history from the era of King Prithvi Raj Chauhan.
Further the return route can be taken via Dudu so that one gets to see Naliasar Lake on the way.
The best part is drive; NH-8 is at its best post Jaipur. Post some straight 50-Kms from Jaipur on NH-8 you reach at Mokhampura (from where you need to take right turn; Sambhar is further 30 Kms on this route.
You can visit at plant of Sambhar Salts Limited which is now known as Hindustan Salts Limited. The shooting of movie called "Highway" took place in the same compound.
Further one can also visit Mata Shakambhari Tample which has its own history from the era of King Prithvi Raj Chauhan.
Further the return route can be taken via Dudu so that one gets to see Naliasar Lake on the way.
Written 22 September 2014
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Few questions on Sambhar lake:
1. Road via Dudu or Mokhampura which one is in good condition and recommended.
2. I have XUV 500 but it's not 4X4, can I take it to lake bed ?
3. Where exactly is salt railway track and old engine as shown in the pics ?
4. Is going to eastern part recommended or can be skipped ?
Written 17 February 2020
Is there a good place to have lunch in Sambhar/ near Sambhar Lake? Any recommendations please?
Thanks
Rajatesh
Written 11 November 2019
Everybody will point you towards kanchan restaurant on sambhar phulera road/ or restaurants in phulera, but i will recommend having food at krishna guest house just few meters away from kanchan restaurant. Its a kind of homestay and they prepare very good homely food. But i am not sure whether they serve tourists or to only those who are staying in their property.
Written 15 November 2019
Hello,
i want to know about the camping at sambhar lake . i'd be travelling on bike from delhi in november 2018. please assist me with some special arrangements i need to make as its a solo trip.
thanks
abhishek
Written 14 November 2018
Hi Thanks .
1. I want to hire a cab from Phulera Railway station to Smabhar lake.
Will it available? How much they charge?
2. I have a plan to visit in early morning 6 to 8 Am. Because i need to return to Phulera railway station to bound for Ajmr.
3. Whether a Two hour short Visit enough to have a glimpse of Sambhar lake?
From Phulera Railway station to Sambhar lake, how much a cab will charge for 3 hrs visit.
Plz help. Tq.
Written 25 January 2017
vehicles are available for Phulera to Sambhar any time .. you can book in approx Rs 200. and two hours are not sufficient to visit Sambhar.. it will take a whole day so please take a full day time
Written 20 March 2017
what are the place you would suggest to visit in ajmer ?
and we have a shortage of time, so we can can visit anty two places of jaipur, jodhpur and udaipur.
can you please suggesst which two of them is better.
Written 12 January 2017
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