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Hill Stations - Uttar Pradesh - Bhimtal
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Location - 4450 ft above sea level, built around a lake Distance - 22 kms from Nainital, 300 kms from Delhi Weather - Summer: 11C-26C Winter:2C-14C GETTING THERE: By Road: If you set out early from Delhi, one can reach Bhimtal in 7 hours. Delhi – Kathgodam is 269 kms and Bhimtal is another 22 kms. By Rail: Nearest railway station is Kathgodam (35 kms south). The Ranikhet Express departs from Delhi at 11 pm and arrives in Kathgodam at 6.10 am. It departs from Kathgodam at 10.45 pm and arrives in Delhi at 4.45 am.
PLACES TO SEE: Lake: The emerald green lake is the main attraction. One can take leisurely walks around the lake or hire row or paddle boats for a joy-ride. There are also horses available for rides. Fishing: If you like this sport, carry your own fishing rod and head for the lake which has an abundance of masher and bangra. A permit is required which can be obtained locally from the Irrigation Department. NEARBY PLACES: Ranikhet: This peaceful hillstation offers excellent views of the Himalayas with several good walks. Nainital: The most pleasant hill station to visit in this area with interesting walks through the forests to points with superb views of the Himalayas.
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