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Bhimtal, named after the mythological Bhima of the Mahabharat, is close to Nainital in Uttarakhand. The town has come up around one of a group of many natural lakes in Nainital, the Lake District in the state.
The small green town at an altitude of 1370 meters in the Kumaon Hills in the lesser Himalayas, is at a lower elevation than Nainital, but is a pleasant all the year round destination. In summer it can get hot and the winters are not as cold at the hill stations. As it is closer to Delhi than Nainital, it is fast becoming a popular weekend getaway from the city.
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. Most visitors stop here en route to Nainital, but one can stay at the numerous hotels in Bhimtal and make excursions to the nearby lakes and temples. Boating in the lake is a favorite pastime, as this lake is bigger than the Nainital Lake and not as crowded.
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.
Nature lovers can watch the migratory birds and butterflies around the lakes. There are many species indigenous to the area. The lakes also have fish in them, but fishing is prohibited. The local people have also set up private camp sites near the lakes.
History of Bhimtal
Bhimtal is an ancient place named after Bhima of Mahabharata. Bhimeshwara Mahadev Temple, an old Shiva temple in the bank of Bhimtal lake, is believed to have been built when Bhima visited the place during the banishment (vanvas) period of Pandavas.
Bhimtal, earlier known as Bhimsarovar, is believed to be the stamping ground of the Pandavas.
According to the locals the town is named so because when the Pandanvas had been exiled in this region they could not find a water body from which they could quench their thirst. It was then that Bhima, the powerful, hit the ground with his "gada" or club thus creating a cavity in the ground, which was filled with an underground source of water.
Bhimtal Tourist Places
Bhimtal Lake: It attracts an equal number of locals, tourist and pilgrims. The Bhimtal Lake is popular as the pride of Bhimtal. This magnificent lake provides some fascinating scenes to the visitors to capture pleasing pictures. This is the cause too that draws the pilgrims and tourist all over the glob in large number. The small island which is a natural made place in the center of the lake looks even more beautiful. The weather at Bhimtal offers the perfect ambience that that is the cause to be refined the souls of the followers and sightseers. One can also enjoy the marine life here as well.
Garg Parvat: It is the source of the river Gargi, also known as Gola Nadi in the region.
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.
Hidimba Parvat: About 5 km from Bhimtal is a hill known as Hidimba Parvat. It got its name from demon Hidimba of Mahabharata who was the wife of Bhima. 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.
Kainchi Dham: This place has achieved recognition owing to the ashram of the famous Neem Karoli Maharaj.
Tea Gardens: Tea gardens at Shyamkhet are famous for its organic Uttrakhand tea exported worldwide. It is a beautiful serene place to visit a box of Uttrakhand tea is a must buy.
Ghorakhal Temple: Ghorakhal temple famous for the temple of Lord Golu worshipped by hill people.
Paragliding in Bhimtal : Bhimtal is not just for beauty and spirituality. It also offers excellent opportunities for adventure sports lovers. If you love the adventure part of travel, you can choose to go paragliding flying above the picturesque mountains of the region.
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