Every time I go up the mountains I make it a point to bypass Nainital which too has a lake, but the crowded town is not my cup of tea. Over the years I have made it a point to stop for a while at Bhimtal lake to look at the deep mysterious water of the lake.
This time I stopped the car while going up to Mayavati and on my way down from Kausani too, I took a break for a while to soak in the atmosphere. I did not stay in Bhimtal town which revolves around this lake.
It’s a treat to watch the lake from very near and also from far as it changes its moods over time. From the road side it looks so peaceful, serene and in a way gorgeous. Bhimtal lake shimmers in the morning sun. By afternoon the shimmering water look like chips of glass trying to stay afloat on the water as it ripples slowly to the caress of the gentle breeze.There is an island in the middle of this lake that had a restaurant which is now closed. In its place a splendid aquarium has come up.
Bhimtal lake is a lake in the town of Bhimtal in Nainital district of the state of Uttarakhand, India. It was created when a masonry dam was built in 1883 creating the storage facility. The lake drains a catchment area of 17.12 sq. km. It provides drinking water to the town and supports aquaculture with various species of fish. Boating facilities are available here. Bhimtal town is about 22 kms from Nainital and has an elevation of 4511 ft. It has good affordable hotels and resorts. Nearest rail head is Kathgodam which can be reached from New Delhi in about 7 hrs. The town also has a university, Birla Institute of Applied sciences.
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It has now become very popular as Nainital has become very crowded with tourists. May, June and July is not very suitable but all other months are good. The best way to reach is through Delhi from there to Kathgodam by rail that takes about 7 hrs. Bypass Nainital and go straight to Bhimtal. It is in fact at the crossroads of many destinations in Himalayas. You will love the place.
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Dear @Gautamda , I enjoyed so much reading your post. You describe perfectly this beautiful Bhimtal lake with the peaceful atmosphere that people may enjoy visiting it.
It’s remarkable that it provides drinking water and supports the aquaculture of the area.
I am happy that you liked my post. It will encourage me to still better. As for your posts I am very impressed with your photographs of food items. I wishes I too could do the same.
