![]() History of Osman Sagar Osman Sagar is a reservoir created by damming across the Isa, a tributary of the River Musi. Osman Sagar was created during the rule of Mir Osman Ali Khan, the last Nizam of Hyderabad in the year 1920. It was constructed for protecting the city after the disastrous floods of 1908, also referred as the Great Musi Flood, by constructing a dam across Musi River. It also served the purpose of providing an additional source of drinking water to Hyderabad. Mokshagundam Visweswarayya planned the lake for supplying water to the city of Hyderabad. The lake was also named after the Nizam. ![]() Overlooking the lake there is a heritage building known as Sagar Mahal. Standing at the bank it provides a majestic view of the lake. Sagar Mahal was built as a summer resort of the Nizam of Hyderabad. However presently it has been converted into a lake resort and is managed by the State Tourism Department. Equipped with all the modern amenities, the resort provides a wonderful stay for the tourists amid the exquisite beauty of Osman Sagar. Tourism in Osman Sagar Osman Sagar has well laid out lush green gardens around it. It is a very popular picnic spot for the city crowd. Tourism in Osman Sagar becomes much more fascinating after the rainy season when the lake is in its full vigour. Nature walk along the lake and enjoying the soothing breeze is greatly cherished here. The lake also hosts the first theme park of the twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad, named as Ocean Park. It spans over a 20 acres of landscape garden and is popular amongst children. This family amusement park also has several water sports and amusement games with separate sections for children and adults. Single loop roller coaster, tora tora ride, video games, huge air filled balloons, helicopters and toy trains are some of the attractions of the park. Treasure Island is another major charm of Osman Sagar which encompasses a landscape of 60 acres. Beautiful pool sides and mesmerizing scenes offers an enchanting time to the visitors at the island. Camel ride and other adventure sports can also be enjoyed here. |
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