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Known as the 'Jewel In The Ring', Nagin is generally held to
be the most beautiful of the Dal
lakes. Its name comes from the many trees, which encircle the small,
deep blue lake. Nagin is only separated from the Larer Dal lakes by a
narrow causeway and it also has a number of houseboats moored around its
perimeter.
A Nice Getaway
If one wants to really get away from the chaotic city life all then Nagin
is a good place to find a house boat and do it the surroundings are much
more serene and isolated than on Dal Lake. One can rent rowboats from the
camping site here - either to simply row around the lake or to look around
for a houseboat.
Amusements
Since the water in Nagin is deeper and less polluted it's also good for
swimming and there are fiberglass sailing boats available for hire and
water skiing facilities. Motorboats are rather low powered for skiing
although they make a valiant attempt. If one wants to try water skiing
keep a wary eye out for swimmers. Likewise, if one is swimming watch out
for the boat drivers.
The Nagin club, on the bank of the lake, has a bar and a tea pavilion. It
is a branch of the Srinagar
club and temporary membership is available to visitors.