Sheshnag shrine
The serpent deity’s temple on the shore.
The sacred lake of the Shivaliks
Mansar Lake
A lake in forested hills about 60 km from Jammu, sacred to the serpent deity Sheshnag. Boating, a lakeside walk and temples on the shore.
Samba districtAbout 62 km from Jammu from Srinagar
Mansar is a lake about a kilometre long in the Shivalik hills, surrounded by forest. It is sacred to Hindus: the shrine of Sheshnag, the serpent deity, stands on the eastern bank, and newly married couples traditionally come here to seek blessings.
A path circles the lake, with temples, a small wildlife enclosure and boating. It is a popular weekend outing from Jammu and a pleasant stop on the way to Patnitop for those who take the longer route.
Visiting
Combine with Surinsar for a lakes half day.
Things to do
What to see in Mansar Lake
Boating
Pedal and rowing boats on the lake.
Best time to visit
October to March.
How to reach
- From Jammu — about 62 km by road, around 2 hours.
Tour packages
All packagesAdd Mansar Lake to a Kashmir package
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Questions
Visiting Mansar Lake
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Nearby
Other places in the valley
The quieter twin of Mansar
Surinsar Lake
Pine-forest hill station
Patnitop
Jammu’s great temple complex
Raghunath Temple
The cave shrine above Katra