Uttarakhand is blessed with an abundance of natural
beauty and Bhimtal is like a jewel in Uttarakhand’s crown. It is a
picturesque lake located in the district of Nainital in the state of
Uttarakhand. This beautiful lake is named after the legendary Bhima of
Mahabharata.It is surrounded by lush green mountains that give tourists a rare
chance to witness the rich beauty of the place.
For recreation one can do boating at the lake or explore the
surrounding jungle on foot. It can also be made as a center for exploring the
surrounding lakes. There is a large Victorian dam at one end of the Bhimtal
lake and terraced flower gardens can be found on either side.
Bhimtal is a place of religious significance as well. A
temple complex is located in the town of Bhimtal, and this complex attracts
pilgrims from in and around the region. Called Bhimeshwar, the temple complex
was built in the 17th century. The exquisite architecture under which the
temple has been constructed will surely delight architecture buffs who travel
to Bhimtal.
Dotted with small temples atop the green Kumaon hills, and
natural fresh water lakes in close proximity, Bhimtal is a serene town, good
for relaxation and an enjoyable destination.
As Bhimtal is a quiet town, you can enjoy the solitude, the
beautiful natural setting, take walks around the lake and trek to the other
lakes, which are a few kilometers away. Dense oak, pine trees and shrubs
surround all the freshwater lakes.
During your visit to Bhimtal, you can also enjoy a range of
adventure activities or sports. Some of the most popular sports include
paragliding, trekking, rappelling and rock climbing.
Other place worth visit while on tour to Bhimtal is the Folk
Culture Museum which exhibits a fine collection of ancient wooden artifacts,
information about traditional rites and rituals of the local region, and
various other items of archaeological importance.
Bhimtal is slightly on the warmer side in mid June, but
makes for an all year round destination.
How to Reach
By Air
The nearest airport is at Pantnagar, some 58 kms from
Bhimtal. From pantnagar one can take bus or private taxi to Bhimtal.
By Rail
The closest railhead for Bhimtal is at Kathgodam, 22 kms
away. Trains (Ranikhet Express or Uttar Sampark Kranti Express) connect
Kathgodam with Agra, Bareilly, Lucknow and Delhi. From Kathgodam you can take a
hired taxi or bus to Bhimtal.
By Bus
Regular bus service links Bhimtal with Kathgodam. Private
taxies are available from Nainital, Bhowali & Haldwani.
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