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Umiam Lake
Umiam Lake, also known as Barapani Lake, is a large artificial reservoir located at Umiam, about 15 km north of Shillong in Ri-Bhoi district, Meghalaya. Created in the early 1960s by damming the Umiam River for hydroelectric power generation, it is surrounded by pine-covered hills. The lake is a major tourism and water sports destination in Meghalaya, known for its scenic expanse, boating facilities and Lum Nehru Park.