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Nearby Getaways from Delhi (Under 150 kms)
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Surajkund is an ancient reservoir of the 10th century. Surajkund is located near the Surajkund village between the villages of Baharpur and Lakkarpur in Faridabad district of Haryana. Built in the 10th century by Raja Suraj Pal there is an ancient tank and amphitheatre here. The Surya temple and its worshippers ar no more now.
What to see nearby
A natural spring called the Siddha–Kund, held in reverence, is seen about 1km from Surajkund, which is frequented by pilgrims.
Asola Bhatti Wild Life Sanctuary
Asola Bhatti Wild Life Sanctuary is on the Southern Ridge of the northern terminal of Aravalli Hills, close to the Surajkund. It acts as the green lung & carbon sink for Delhi. A trail of 2 km exhibits floral & faunal diversity along the topography of the area of Aravalli Mountain Range which is now a protected area. Anogeissus, Balanite & riparian belt of Aravali are seen in small reaches. Mine pits in this area are proposed to be developed as wetland habitat, which is likely to improve the ground water regime in the area.
Suraj Kund in Sunam
A large Sun Temple called the Suraj Kund, located to the east of the Sunam city (dated to the Vedic period), about 1.5 kilometres away in the tahsil and sub division of the Sangrur District, was destroyed by Timur or Mohammad Ghaznavi. It is also said that Saraswati River was flowing nearby. The Suraj Kund is now in a dilapidated condition
Surajkund Crafts mela
Every year from February 1–15, a colorful traditional craft festival is held here. Traditional craftsmen from all over the the country put up their art and sculptures. People from al over the world come here to buy these arts. The Mela also includes a food festival covering some of the popular cuisines from different parts of the country. Entertainment in the form of famous rhythms and dance of folk theatre are also held here during the festival.
Stay in Surajkund
Hotel Rajhans
Phone : 91-80-25711716, 32720122
The Claridges Surajkund
Shooting Range Road,12 Aurangzeb Road
Phone : +91 129 4190 000, +91 11 3955 5000
Fax : +91 11 2301 0625
Drive to Surajkund
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Surajkund in Haryana (8 kms away from Delhi)
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