Ten Talav, a serene settlement located 12 km from Dabhoi, is named after the expansive lake that graces the area. This lake is intrinsically linked to the fascinating history of Hiradhar Shilpi, the architect behind the Dabhoi Fort. A Fort, Lake, and Vedmi (sweet) The legend associated with Ten Talav intertwines romance, architectural ambition, and a touch of betrayal. According…
Lake
Situated in the heart of the city, Polo Ground is a vast open space used by the residents during festivals. Originally, there was a large lake called Bhesana or Bhesaniya Talao at this site. Between 1910 and 1912, the lake was filled with soil to create Polo Ground, under the orders of Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III. The Bhesana Talav was…
Located in the heart of the city, Sursagar Talav, formerly known as Chandan Talav, played a pivotal role in the placement of the old walled city known as Kila-e-Dulatabad. It later became a focal point for urban renewal efforts during the reign of Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III. The lake is believed to have been extended in the 1750s by Sureshwar…