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1.Bhimtal
in Uttarakhand or Uttaranchal is situated at an altitude of 1370 mts.,
2.A visit to this small hill station remains special for it is one of
the largest lakes in the district of Nainital.
A visit to this small hill station remains
special for it is one of the largest lakes in the district of Nainital.
Visit the Folk Culture Museum and admire
the good collection of ancient wooden artifacts, information about
traditional stone implements, rites, rituals and items of archeological
importance. If you want to spend
your next vacation in a small town, away from the hustle and bustle of
the city life, then Bhimtal would be ideal. This beautiful town with
peaceful green surroundings is the ideal place to enjoy a relaxing
holiday.
Bhimtal is located near Nainital and Bhowali. Situated at an altitude of
1370 mts. Bhimtal in Uttaranchal boasts of beautiful lakes.
Tourists who crowd this place every year enjoys boating in this lake.
Other places to visit in Bhimtal are a 17th century Bhimeshwar temple
complex and a 40 feet high dam.
Here, you can not only explore beautiful tourist spots, but can also
enjoy various water sports. But your tour to this small hill station
remains special for it is your visit to one of the largest lakes in the
district of Nainital. There is a beautiful island with a restaurant
beside the lake. There is also a large Victorian dam at one end of the
lake. The terraced flower gardens, ravines and the farmhouses are worth
admiration.
Bhim Tal has an island, to the
north-east side, which is an exquisite gem in the middle of the lake. It
is situated within the range of temple bells, which have been chiming
for the last 300 years in the 17th century edifice, beneath the shadow
of the towering mountain rushing precipitously down to the emerald green
lake. The island is only 91.4 metres from the shore.
Besides, you can also visit the Folk Culture Museum and admire the good
collection of ancient wooden artifacts, information about traditional
stone implements, rites, rituals and items of archeological importance.
Accommodation in and around Bhimtal
Those planning their trip to Bhimtal in Uttaranchal India can
choose from the many comfortable hotels available here and put up a
stay. The hotels are:
- Country Inn, Bhimtal
- Monolith Resort, Bhimtal
- Shikha Inn Resort, Bhimtal
- Pine Riviera Camp, Padampuri,
Bhimtal
- Country Inn, Sattal
- Valley Resorts,(Club Mahindra
Holidays) Binsar
Getting to Bhimtal
Bhimtal can be reached by air. The nearest airport is at Pant Nagar (55
km). If you are planning to travel by rail then come to Kathgodam (23
km) and then travel to Bhimtal by road. Tourists can also hire taxi from
Nainital, Haldwani or Bhowali to reach Bhimtal.
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