SummerMonsoon
- Type
- Lake / Nature
- District
- Nainital
- Location
- Bhimtal Town, Nainital District
- Why it matters
- The largest lake in the Kumaon "Lake District", named after Bhima of the Mahabharata; far quieter than nearby Nainital.
A calm, less-crowded alternative to Nainital, built around Kumaon’s largest lake. A small island in the middle houses an aquarium, and the 17th-century Bhimeshwar Mahadev temple sits on the shore, linked to Bhima’s visit during the Pandavas’ exile.
What to carry
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses & sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Camera
- Light jacket for evenings