Bisalpur Dam

Bisalpur Dam is a gravity dam constructed on the Banas River near Bisalpur in Tonk district of Rajasthan. Completed in 1999, it serves as the primary water source for Jaipur and surrounding districts including Ajmer, Sawai Madhopur, and Tonk. The dam creates a large reservoir surrounded by scenic hills and is recognized as the lifeline of Rajasthan's state capital.

Visitors can expect to see a large gravity dam structure with an expansive reservoir surrounded by hills and greenery. The area offers peaceful natural scenery with opportunities for photography, birdwatching, and leisurely walks along the promenade. During monsoon season when the dam is full, visitors can witness spectacular views of overflowing water. The site has food stalls and basic facilities available. Monkeys are present in the area, and there are many steps to navigate around the dam structure.

The dam was named after Bisaldev-IV of the Chauhan Dynasty of Ajmer. Construction began in the 1990s by the Rajasthan state government and was completed in 1999 at a cost of ₹556 crores. In October 1999, the Ashok Gehlot-led Congress government sanctioned a project to bring Bisalpur reservoir water to Jaipur. The pipeline construction started in 2004 under the Vasundhara Raje-led BJP government with financing from the Asian Development Bank and Japan International Cooperation Agency. Water reached Jaipur in 2009.

The dam is named after Bisaldev-IV of the Chauhan Dynasty. The nearby Bisaldeo Temple, dedicated to Gokarneshvara (an aspect of Shiva), is located beside the dam and holds religious significance. The dam serves as a vital cultural and economic resource for central Rajasthan.