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Faridabad
Faridabad is a satellite city of Delhi, in the state of Haryana. Urban sprawl from Delhi has made Faridabad the most populous city in Haryana.
Faridabad at a Glance
Why Faridabad?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Badkhal Lake
- Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary
- Anangpur Dam
- Raja Naher Singh Palace
Faridabad at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Badkhal Lake: Badkhal Lake was a natural lake situated in Badkhal village near Faridabad, in the Indian state of Haryana, about 29.6 kilometers from the national capital of Delhi. Fringed by the hills of the Aravalli Range, this was a man-made embankment.
- Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary: Asola-Bhati Wildlife Sanctuary covering 32.71 km2 area on the Southern Delhi Ridge of Aravalli hill range on Delhi-Haryana border lies in Southern Delhi as well as northern parts of Faridabad and Gurugram districts of Haryana state.
- Anangpur Dam: The Anangpur Dam is an Indian hydraulic engineering structure said to be built during the reign of King Anangpal I of the Tomara Rajput dynasty in the 8th century. It is located near the Anangpur village in Faridabad district, Haryana, India.
- Raja Naher Singh Palace: A palace built in the 18th and 19th centuries. Now partially converted to a motel and restaurant.
Things to Do
- Siddhadata Temple: Siddhadata Temple is worth a visit while in Faridabad.
- Shiva temple: A must see, with -high Shivaling.
- Town Park: A beautiful park which hosts one of the largest Indian flags.
- Raja Naher Singh Palace: A palace built in the 18th and 19th centuries. Now partially converted to a motel and restaurant.
- Triveni Hanuman Mandir: At , this is supposed to be one of the biggest statues of Lord Hanuman in India. There is a temple adjacent to the statue.
Sightseeing Places
- Badkhal Lake: Badkhal Lake was a natural lake situated in Badkhal village near Faridabad, in the Indian state of Haryana, about 29.6 kilometers from the national capital of Delhi. Fringed by the hills of the Aravalli Range, this was a man-made embankment.
- Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary: Asola-Bhati Wildlife Sanctuary covering 32.71 km2 area on the Southern Delhi Ridge of Aravalli hill range on Delhi-Haryana border lies in Southern Delhi as well as northern parts of Faridabad and Gurugram districts of Haryana state.
- Anangpur Dam: The Anangpur Dam is an Indian hydraulic engineering structure said to be built during the reign of King Anangpal I of the Tomara Rajput dynasty in the 8th century. It is located near the Anangpur village in Faridabad district, Haryana, India.
- Raja Naher Singh Palace: A palace built in the 18th and 19th centuries. Now partially converted to a motel and restaurant.
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Badkhal Lake
Badkhal Lake was a natural lake situated in Badkhal village near Faridabad, in the Indian state of Haryana, about 29.6 kilometers from the national capital of Delhi. Fringed by the hills of the Aravalli Range, this was a man-made embankment.
Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary
Asola-Bhati Wildlife Sanctuary covering 32.71 km2 area on the Southern Delhi Ridge of Aravalli hill range on Delhi-Haryana border lies in Southern Delhi as well as northern parts of Faridabad and Gurugram districts of Haryana state.
Anangpur Dam
The Anangpur Dam is an Indian hydraulic engineering structure said to be built during the reign of King Anangpal I of the Tomara Rajput dynasty in the 8th century. It is located near the Anangpur village in Faridabad district, Haryana, India.
Raja Naher Singh Palace
A palace built in the 18th and 19th centuries. Now partially converted to a motel and restaurant.
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- Getting Around: How to reach and move around.
- Budget & Practical Tips: Costs and safety notes from local guidebook sources.
How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 26 km from Faridabad.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Faridabad railway station, about 1 km from central Faridabad.
- By Road: Various bus services ply from New Delhi to Faridabad. Beware of the ones that drop you off at the border of Faridabad and Delhi because bus or auto rides from the border to the main city area tend to be overcrowded.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Faridabad (Apr, May, Jun) averages 26–37°C with about 29 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Faridabad (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–33°C with about 239 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Faridabad (Oct, Nov) averages 18–28°C with about 16 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Faridabad (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 11–22°C with about 36 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 37°C and lows of 26°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C.
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History
- Summary: Faridabad is a satellite city of Delhi, in the state of Haryana. Urban sprawl from Delhi has made Faridabad the most populous city in Haryana.
- Overview: Faridabad is a satellite city of Delhi, in the state of Haryana. Urban sprawl from Delhi has made Faridabad the most populous city in Haryana.
- Medieval Period: The city was founded in 1607 by Sheikh Farīd, treasurer to the Mughal emperor Jahangir, to protect the Grand Trunk Road between Delhi and Agra, and lies in the cultural region of Braj and Mewat.
Planning Guide
- Overview: Faridabad is a satellite city of Delhi, in the state of Haryana. Urban sprawl from Delhi has made Faridabad the most populous city in Haryana.
- Accommodation: Listed options include Hotel Delite, K Hotel and Vivanta by Taj.
- Best Way To Explore: Public transport is dominated by rickshaws and auto-rickshaws. The initial prices quoted are high and can be pushed bargaining.
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Significance
The city was founded in 1607 by Sheikh Farīd, treasurer to the Mughal emperor Jahangir, to protect the Grand Trunk Road between Delhi and Agra, and lies in the cultural region of Braj and Mewat.
Historical Significance
The city was founded in 1607 by Sheikh Farīd, treasurer to the Mughal emperor Jahangir, to protect the Grand Trunk Road between Delhi and Agra, and lies in the cultural region of Braj and Mewat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Faridabad is most comfortable in January, February, March, October and November, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is May (average high 38°C) and the wettest months are July, August and September.
The nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 26 km away. The nearest railway station is Faridabad railway station, about 1 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Badkhal Lake, Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary, Anangpur Dam and Raja Naher Singh Palace.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 19°C to 38°C over the year, with about 973 mm of rain in total.
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