Vembanad is the largest lake in India noted for its stunning backwaters and houseboat tourism. Also known as Kochi Lake, it spans across 96.5 km in length and covers 2033 sq km.
Chilika is the largest coastal lagoon in India and the second largest in the world. It is also designated as a Ramsar site and is home to a rich biodiversity with migratory birds like flamingos and endangered species like the irrawaddy dolphins.
Straddling the border of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, Pulicat is the second largest brackish water lake in India. It is famous for its bird sanctuary which is a haven for migratory birds, especially flamingos.
Sambhar is India's largest inland saltwater lake known for its vast expanse of white salt crust during dry seasons. The lake supports salt production and attracts migratory birds.
Wular is among the largest freshwater lakes in India and the largest in the Kashmir Valley. It plays a crucial role in flood control and supports fishing and water transport activities.
Loktak is the largest freshwater lake in Northeast India. It is famous for its floating phumdis (heterogeneous mass of vegetation, soil, and organic matter at various stages of decomposition).