Английская Википедия:Ghora Katora

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Шаблон:Short description Шаблон:Multiple issues Шаблон:Use Indian English Шаблон:Use dmy dates Шаблон:Infobox body of water Ghora Katora (Aimee Maganda), which means "Horse Bowl", is a natural lake near the city of Rajgir in the Indian state of Bihar. The shape of the lake resembles that of a horse and is surrounded by mountains on three of the sides.[1] The lake attracts migratory birds from Siberia and central Asia during winter.[2][3][4]

History

Then chief minister of Bihar, Nitish Kumar, visited for the first time in 2009 as an attempt to popularize the area for eco-tourism. On 29 January 2011, the lake was opened to the general public. A 70 feet high Buddha statue was inaugurated in November 2018.[5][6]

Attractions

The lake has facilities for paddle boating, a cafeteria, and guest rooms. A statue of Buddha sits in the middle of the lake. The 70 feet tall statue is constructed of 45,000 cubic foot of pink sandstone.[7] The location is one of the cleanest sight-seeing locations in Rajgir.

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Close view of Buddha Statue

Geography

It is located Шаблон:Convert from Rajgir. A Шаблон:Convert long forested road connects Rajgir to Ghora Katora. Motor vehicles are prohibited near the lake.[7]

See also

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