Madiwala lake is one of the biggest lakes in Bangalore, India spread over an area of 114.3 hectare. The water in the lake was fit for drinking till the early 1990s. Since then it has become unfit for drinking due to industrial waste and sewage entering the waterbody. It has gradually become polluted.[5][6]
It is situated in the BTM Layout at 12° 54' 28" North, 77° 37' 0" East in Bangalore city. It is a home to many migratory birds. The lake comes under the administration of Karnataka State Forest Department which carries out the routine maintenance of this lake. There is a children's park as well. The lake received a Rs 25 Crore grant in 2016 from the Lake Development Authority of Bangalore.
Quick Facts about Madiwala Lake
1. The lake is well maintained, clean and neat.
2. Boating is at Rs 50/- per person.
3. Pay & use toilets are present.
4. No plastic items are allowed inside.
5. Many varieties of birds found here. Painted storks, Indian cormorants, pond herons are found aplenty.
Timings: 5.00 am to 9.30 pm every day of the week
Boating Time: 10.00 am to 6.30 pm
Best Time to Visit: Throughout the year
Parking: Parking space available for cars and bikes
Address: NH7, Hosur Road, Bannerghatta Main Road, BTM 2nd Stage, Bengaluru - 560076
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