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Visit Bhimtal Lake in Bhimtal

Bhimtal Lake

Lake
Bhimtal Lake is a beautiful lake situated in the small town of Bhimtal. It is the largest lake in Kumaon region which is popularly known as the ‘lake district of India.’ Various activities like paragliding, mountain biking, horse riding and boating in the lake are quite amazing. All of this makes the experience fun and memorable at the same time. Bhimtal Lake lake provides drinking water supply from a masonry dam building here in 1883 which offers ample amount of storage capacity. A central island surrounded by the water is the main feature of Bhimtal Lake which houses an aquarium which supports aquaculture within its waters. Get a break from your busy schedule for a vacation away from home with your family and come to Bhimtal. The calm and peace here will surely rejuvenate your mind and body. This lake is worth a visit, you won’t regret being at Bhimtal Lake.

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Visit Nal Damyanti Tal in Bhimtal

Nal Damyanti Tal

Lake
Nal Damayanti Tal is a small natural lake located about 2 km from Bhimtal. This lake contains shallow waters and is a perfect place to enjoy the beautiful nature. You can embark on a nature trail and admire the mesmerizing surroundings of this place. Even though the trek route to this lake is ragged a bit, the astonishing scenery around will make up for it. Old houses exhibiting traditional Kumaoni architecture can be seen here. Moving ahead on the trek, you will reach a cluster of seven lakes, known as Sat tal. The month of March-May is the perfect time to visit this lake. According to a popular belief, the palace of the famous King Nala drowned in this lake. King Nala and his wife Queen Damayanti lived together in the palace near this lake, thus the name Nal Damayanti Tal. It is a very sacred place for the local population and tourists alike.

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Visit Victoria Dam, Bhimtal in Bhimtal

Victoria Dam, Bhimtal

Dam
Victoria Dam is situated at one end of Bhimtal Lake and has a beautiful terraced flower garden on the either side of the dam. The dam is about 40 feet high and offers once-in- a-lifetime sights of nature that are very rare in other parts of the country. You can walk through the huge forests that surround the Bhimtal Lake to experience the rich flora. The gorge is decorated with wild flowers which are quite alluring. The area in the vicinity of the dam is tranquil and serene, offering relaxation and peace from all kinds of stress. No wonder tourists love to come here and spend some time in nature’s lap. A temple built in the 17 th century, known as Bhimeshwar Temple is located very next to the dam. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple attracts a number of devotees during the festive season. Come here and indulge yourself in this wonderland.

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Visit Bhimtal Lake Aquarium in Bhimtal

Bhimtal Lake Aquarium

Aquarium
The central island on the Bhimtal Lake is home to an aquarium where aquaculture is practiced. This aquarium is not so exclusive but good enough to give a visit and enjoy yourself. Since the time of inception, this aquarium is home to various exotic fish species from countries around the world. The only way to reach this aquarium is by the means of boats. The two-way boating will cost you about INR 100.Initially, this island on Bhimtal Lake had a restaurant, the food of which was savored by the people. But it was closed down as it had started polluting the river. The restaurant was shut down and converted into an aquarium. You are allowed to take in cameras with you and capture photos of the little fishes swimming around in the tank. This place is good to educate make the children aware.

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Visit Hanuman Garhi in Bhimtal

Hanuman Garhi

Temple
The Hanuman Garhi in Bhimtal is a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman – the monkey god of the epic Ramayana. The location of this Hindu temple is totally mesmerizing as it provides an astonishing view of the area around Bhimtal. The blissful feeling which you experience here is totally eternal. Established by Shri Neem Karoli Baba in the 1950s, it's a small temple which has a cave resembling a Vaishno Devi Temple cave. A huge idol of Lord Hanuman resides here near to which there is a place allocated for clicking pictures. You will not take more than 10 min to cover the temple. Children and senior citizens would like this place very much, solely because of the fun and peace this place offers. Shops of daily goods are available nearby so you can purchase essential items for your travel.

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Why to travel Bhimtal

Bhimtal is a pretty little hill town in Nainital, located at the foothills of the mighty Himalayas. The climate here is wonderful with pleasant summers, a beautiful spring and sunny, bracing winters. The chief attraction in Bhimtal is the Bhimtal Lake, at the center of which lies an island. This island & lake duo is an amazing tourist destination. According to legend, the Pandavas are believed to have visited this place during their exile. When their wife Draupadi was thirsty, Bhima struck the ground hard with his mace and water gushed out. The lake that was formed was named Bhimtal after his name. There are other fantastic sites of visit in Bhimtal which will definitely fulfill your interest for travel. Nal Damayanti Tal and Hanuman Garhi is known for its religious importance whereas Victoria Dam is an awesome place to chill and hangout.

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