Episodes of Lake Marathon 15: Sankey Tank
Sankey Tank Welcome back to another edition of our urban exploration series! For this chapter of the marathon, we find ourselves at Sankey Tank , a peaceful 37-acre oasis nestled gracefully between the historic neighborhoods of Malleshwaram and Sadashivanagar. Built originally in 1882 to safeguard the city against water shortages, this iconic man-made reservoir has transformed into a premier sanctuary for joggers, nature photographers, and birdwatchers. The well-maintained perimeter pathway provides the perfect, low-impact stride for our marathon laps. While keeping pace along the tree-lined tracks, you easily forget the surrounding hustle of Bengaluru. Sankey Tank: Sunset view & Night View Sankey Tank: Monsoon Visiting Sankey Tank throughout the year reveals a shifting, dynamic ecosystem . The monsoon brings lush, vibrant greenery and full, rippling waters. Summer draws out active reptiles, mammals, and shimmering surface fish, while the crisp winter months turn th...