Kirat Sagarकीरत सागर
An 11th century Chandela lake and the ground of the Kajli Mela, held since 1182.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereMahoba, Uttar Pradesh
Bundelkhand
Bundelkhand
Best time to visit15 October to 15 March and 1 August to 31 August
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyEasy
Time needed2 hrs
Base and nearbyMahoba town, Mahoba
EntryFree
About Kirat Sagar
A Chandela lake built by Kirtivarman in the 11th century with granite embankments and pavilions on the shore. It is the site of the Kajli Mela each August, held on the day after Raksha Bandhan since 1182 to mark the return of Alha and Udal from the battle with Prithviraj Chauhan. The rest of the year it is a quiet evening walk.
What to see and do
- Granite embankments and pavilions
- Kajli Mela the day after Raksha Bandhan
- Alha and Udal memorials
- Evening walk on the bund
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