Renuka Lake
A Ramsar-listed wetland and Himachal’s largest natural lake.
Sirmaur District
Renuka Ji
Himachal’s largest natural lake, revered as the embodiment of the goddess Renuka, ringed by a wildlife sanctuary.
PilgrimageNature
The story
Discover Renuka Ji
Renuka Lake, a Ramsar-listed wetland and Himachal’s largest natural lake, is held to be the embodiment of the goddess Renuka, mother of Lord Parshuram. Temples to both deities stand on its banks, and the surrounding Renuka Wildlife Sanctuary adds a forest and wildlife dimension to what is primarily a pilgrimage destination.
Best time
October – March (including the Renuka Ji Fair)
Ideal duration
1–2 Days
Travel style
Pilgrimage • Nature
Why visit
Why You’ll Love Renuka Ji
Renuka and Parshuram temples
Shrines on the lake bank dedicated to the goddess and her son.
International Renuka Ji Fair
A five-day fair held after Diwali each November, with processions of local deities.
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Places Worth Discovering
Renuka Lake
The lake at the centre of the site, with a circumference of roughly 2.5 km.
Renuka Wildlife Sanctuary
The forest sanctuary surrounding the lake.
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Experiences
Lake walkTemple visitsRenuka Ji Fair (seasonal, November)Wildlife sanctuary visit
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Journeys Through Renuka Ji
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Getting Around Renuka Ji
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Stays in Renuka Ji
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When Does It Feel Right?
Late October–November includes the Renuka Ji Fair.
How Renuka Ji compares
Adventure
15
Nature
65
Luxury
20
Crowds
35
Slow Travel
60
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