Places to Visit in Bhimtal
Bhimeshwar Temple
An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva reconstructed in 17th century.
Dam
40 Ft high dam, near Bhimeshwar temple, offers a delightful view.
Gang Parbat
A small hill close to Bhimeshwar Temple, is the source of river Gargi, also known as ‘Gola Nadi’, and is a popular tourist spot.
Nal Damyanti Tal
A sacred place for the dwellers of this region, Nal Damyanti Tal is a small natural lake associated with legendary king Nal and his queen Damyanti. It’s believed that the palace of the king had drowned in this lake.
Local Museum
Here you can get a glimpse of the folk culture through folk paintings and wooden artefacts.
Hidimba Parbat (5km)
Emphasizing on Bhimtal’s legendary associations, this hill is named after Bheem’s demon wife Hidimba.
Karkotaka Hill
Famous for, and named after, a Nag temple located here which is dedicated to a mythical cobra named Karkotaka.
