Situated at an altitude of approximately 1,370 meters (4,490 ft) above sea level, Bhimtal offers a tranquil and less commercialized alternative to its more crowded neighbor, Nainital. The town is named after Bhima, one of the Pandava brothers from the Mahabharata, who is believed to have created the central lake. Surrounded by lush green hills, pine, and oak forests, Bhimtal provides stunning natural vistas and a peaceful escape.
Bhimtal Lake Bhimtal Island Aquarium Bhimeshwar Mahadev Temple Victoria Dam Hidimba Parvat Butterfly Research Center Garg Parvat Karkotaka Temple Folk Culture Museum (Lok Sanskriti Sangrahalaya) Naukuchiatal 1Sattal 1Nal Damyanti Tal Hanuman Garhi Naina Peak Kamal Tal Sayad Baba ki Mazar Starscapes Observatory Pines Old Cemetery Mukteshwar Kainchi Dham Temple