Bhindawas Wildlife Sanctuary is a large, man-made freshwater wetland surrounded by agricultural fields and low scrub, about 15 km from Jhajjar town. From the embankments, visitors see wide stretches of water dotted with islands, reeds and nesting spots for water birds. It is recognised as the largest wetland in Haryana and an important birding destination, particularly in winter when thousands of ducks, geese and waders arrive. Simple watchtowers and tracks allow birdwatchers and nature lovers to observe flocks, while the open sky and reflections over the reservoir make it a peaceful, photogenic landscape.
About this place
History & highlights
Bhindawas was originally created as a reservoir to store excess water from the Jawaharlal Nehru canal, and its ecological importance for birds was recognised later. It was notified as a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1986 and declared a Bird Sanctuary in 2009, as part of the Sahibi river ecological corridor that links several wetlands between the Aravalli hills and the Yamuna. In 2021, Bhindawas was designated a Ramsar Site (wetland of international importance), strengthening protection and drawing more attention from conservationists and eco-tourists. Its history reflects how an irrigation reservoir evolved into a key node in north India’s migratory bird network.
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