Uttarakhand Bhimtal

Bhimtal is a town located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. This town is a popular tourist destination located in the Nainital district. It is located at an altitude of around 1200 metres, and is named after a famous character in Indian mythology – Bhima.

The town of Bhimtal is mainly popular among tourists and local travellers alike, mainly due to its proximity to the hill station of Nainital. Bhimtal is mainly famous for the enormous Bhimtal Lake that is present in the region. During your trip to the town of Bhimtal, you can go boating in the Bhimtal Lake, as this is one of the chief tourist attractions in Bhimtal. The lake has an island in its centre, and this island can only be accessed through boats.

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.

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Most important places to Visit in Bhimtal .

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Tour Itineries along with Bhimtal

Best time to visit Bhimtal

How to reach Bhimtal?

Most important places to Visit in Bhimtal .

NalDamyanti Tal:

About 2 km from Bhimtal is NalDamyanti 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.

GargParvat:

It is the source of river Gargi, also known as GolaNadi in the region.

HidimbaParvat:

About 5 km from Bhimtal is a hill known as HidimbaParvat. It gets its name from demon Hidimba of Mahabharata. VankhandiMaharaj, 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.

Tour Itineries along with Bhimtal

Delhi - Rishikesh - Mussoorie - Auli - Kausani - Binsar - Munsiyari - PatalBhuwaneshwar - Mukteshwar - Bhimtal - Sattal - Nainital - Corbett - Delhi

Delhi - Mussoorie - Rishikesh - Corbett National Park - Ranikhet - Binsar -Bhimtal- Ramgarh - Nainital - Delhi - Agra – Delhi

Best time to visit Bhimtal

The climate of this region can be classified as sub tropical, with the basic seasons of summer, winter and monsoon. Summers in the town of Bhimtal are very mild and winters are cold, thus making it an ideal destination for honeymoons. The best time to visit the town of Bhimtal would be during the summer months and also during early winter.

Summers in the town of Bhimtal extend through the months of March, April and May. These three months will experience a maximum temperature of around twenty seven degrees (27°C) and a minimum temperature of around ten degrees (10°C). This is an ideal time to visit the town of Bhimtal, given the pleasant weather that the town will experience during this time when compared to the rest of the subcontinent.

Winters in Bhimtal are cold, with a maximum temperature of around fifteen degrees (15°C) and a minimum temperature of around minus three degrees (-3°C). The weather during the early winter months of September, October and November will be pleasant and this is also a good time to visit Bhimtal.

Bhimtal experiences heavy rainfall during the months of July, August and September. Travelling to Bhimtal during this time is not a good idea, as your sightseeing plans may get cancelled due to the rain.

How to reach Bhimtal?

How to Reach Bhimtal by Air

The nearest airport is at Pantnagar, some 58 kms from Bhimtal. From pantnagar one can take bus or private taxi to Bhimtal.

How to Reach Bhimtal by Rail

The closest railhead for Bhimtal is at Kathgodam, 22 kms away. Trains (Ranikhet Express or Uttar SamparkKranti Express) connect Kathgodam with Agra, Bareilly, Lucknow and Delhi. From Kathgodam you can take a hired taxi or bus to Bhimtal.

How to Reach Bhimtal by Bus

Regular bus service links Bhimtal with Kathgodam. Private taxies are available from Nainital, Bhowali&Haldwani.