Bhimtal is a town and a Nagar panchayat in Nainital district in the state of Uttarakhand. The major attraction in Bhimtal is Bhimtal Lake , which has an island at its center. Bhimtal has also now become a mini district headquarters since most of the district administration offices have been shifted to the newly constructed Vikas Bhawan , the building complex for district administrative offices. Dhanaulti includes an area with two eco-parks , "Amber" and "Dhara" , about 200 m apart. They have been developed by the Forest Department of Uttarakhand. It houses a protected patch of small forest containing Deodar Trees. The adventure sports facility is available for visitors in the form of walking over the flying fox and Burma bridges and riding horses. There is also a facility for visitors to plant a sapling of tree species in the memory of their beloved , which is called as memory sapling Plantation.[1]Mussoorie Forest Department is running eco-huts for tourists.
Nearest Airports: The nearest airport is at Pantnagar , some 58 km from Bhimtal. The major airport is in Delhi.
Main Railway Station: The closest railhead for Bhimtal is at Kathgodam , 22 km away
Main Bus Station or Road: Regular bus service links Bhimtal with Kathgodam. Private taxies are available from Nainital , Bhowali & Haldwani.
Mukteshwar- 35km , Pantnagar- 58km , Kathgodam- 22km.Punjabi , Continental , Chinese , South Indian and North Indian food , is served in Bhimtal. Bhimtal Lake is said to be the pride of the valley. It offers some of the most picturesque and magnificent sceneries which have been attracting thousands of visitors each year. The island which is the center of the lake is even more attractive and beautiful. Bhimtal Lake stands still in the center of the charming ambiance , with soothing and cool breeze giving a calming sensation to your soul. Bhimtal offers the best place to visit due to its natural beauty around the lake. And , if you are fond of aquatic life , then a tour to Bhimtal is a must as the Bhimtal Lake supports the best and most amazing marine life. Places to enjoy your trip in bhimtal
Nal Damyanti Tal:
About 2 km from Bhimtal is Nal Damyanti Tal , a small natural lake. It is believed that the palace of famous king Nala drowned into this lake. It is a very sacred place for the dwellers of the region.
Sayad Baba ki Mazar is a place where people from different part of Bhimtal and near around places comes for worship on every Thursday. It is an example of Unity in diversity as people from different religions (Hindu , Muslim , Sikh , Christian) visit this place , apart from this the center of attraction of this Mazar is its location. You can see the whole lake , the dam and the island from there and also near places like Jhangaliyagaon , Nakuchiyatal.
Folk Culture Museum:
This museum is also popularly referred to as Lok Sanskriti Sangrahalaya and has a store of artifacts and information about the hill districts of Uttar Pradesh. The collection includes ancient wooden artifacts , information about traditional rites , rituals , stone implements , and items of archeological importance. It also houses a sizable collection of reproductions and photographs of rock art.
Snow View Trek :
The Snow viewpoint is located at a height of 2270 meters above sea level. It can be reached by the ropeway or the ponies available at Mallital.
Sat Tal Lake:
Sat Tal Lake is situated at a distance of about 7 Km from Bhimta and it means conglomeration of 7 lakes. The other interests here for the tourists are boating and fishing.
Nal Damayanti Tal :
The origin of the name of this lake is that legends believe King Nala drowned in this lake and hence it is also considered sacred by the people. It is situated at a distance of about 2kms from Bhimtal.
Hidimba Parvat:
About 5 km from Bhimtal is a hill known as Hidimba Parvat. It gets its name from demon Hidimba of Mahabharata. Vankhandi Maharaj , a monk , and environmentalist lives on the hill now and has created a sanctuary for the wild animals around the hill. The area is known as Vankhandi Ashram.
Getting around the destination:
By bus or private vehicles. Tourist taxis are also an option for out of town trips Private vehicles are prohibited. The auto-rickshaws are common
Shopping Areas & Entertainment:
Some interesting things to shop for in Bhimtal are handmade candles , wooden handicrafts , organic products , and curios.
Best time to Visit:
March - June , and September - December.
Festivals:
Major Festival of Bhimtal is Hareli Festival - July , and all other Indian Festival is Celebrated over here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit Bhimtal ?
The best time to visit BHIMTA is in the summer season and it begins from April to June and September to November. The temperature during these months ranges from 14 degrees Celsius to 28 degrees Celsius. This is a perfect time for sightseeing and other adventure activities.
How to reach Bhimtal ?
Ujjain is well connected to most Indian cities via a good network of roads and railways.
What is Bhimtal famous for ?
BHIMTAL is famous for its TALS, natural beauty, and its religious life. It’s a big town and well-known for its lush green and picturesque surroundings of the mountains.
For how many days should I plan for Bhimtal ?
YOU SHOULD PLAN FOR 4 DAYS TO EXPLORE FULL BHIMTAL AND ITS IMPORTANT PLACES.
How many days should I plan for Bhimtal ?
You can plan your trip for 3 days would be enough for you to explore BHIMTAL and cover the majority of renowned places in the town. If you wish to extend your trip furthermore this town always welcomes you to stay as long as you can.
