The Assan Barrage, popularly known as Dhalipur Lake , was created in the year 1967 as a result of the construction of Asan barrage at the confluence of the river Yamuna & Asan through Dhalipur powerhouse. Assan Barrage is famous for bird watching.
The Asan reservoir attracts 53 species of water birds of which 19 are winter migrants from Eurasia . During winter months 90% of the waterbird population comprises the following 11 migratory species, namely Brahminy Duck, Pintail, Red Crested Pochard, Gadwall, Common Pochard, Mallard, Coot, Wigeon, Common Teal, Tufted Duck, and Shoveller.
October November December March-end or Early April, Sometimes April- end is the pick time for visiting.
The peripheral road has become a preferred route from Himachal, Punjab , Haryana and Chandigarh resulting in great traffic. |
