Banjara Lake
Artificial lake in Telangana, India
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Banjara Lake also known as Hamed Khan Kunta or Anthagani Kunta[1] is a small water body situated in Banjara Hills in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.[2]
LocationBanjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Coordinates17°24′39.55″N 78°26′55.4″E
BasincountriesIndia
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| Location | Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Coordinates | 17°24′39.55″N 78°26′55.4″E |
| Type | artificial lake |
| Basin countries | India |
| Max. depth | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Settlements | Hyderabad |
History
The lake was built in 1930.[citation needed] At the time the locality had mansions and residences of royal elite. It was once spread over an area of more than one kilometre.[3]
Conservation
The lake receives sewer water from adjoining localities.[4] Efforts are on to conserve the lake by organisations like Save Our Urban Lakes (SOUL).[5]
