The Karkotaka Temple is a popular and famous temple of this area, which is located in Bhimtal. This is a Nag temple, which is dedicated to Maharaja Karkotaka of the serpents. Every year, on the occasion of Nag Panchami, a large number of devotees come to gives milk in this temple. It is believed that Nag deity protects the villagers from snake bites. For the villagers, this temple is a symbol of religious faith. This temple is one of the famous Nag temples of Uttarakhand state. In this famous temple is thousands are visited by tourists. Tourists visit this temple during the visit of Bhimtal.
.By Air
The nearest airport of Bhimtal is Pantnagar, which is about 55 km from Bhimtal.
By Rail
The nearest railway station of Bhimtal is Kathgodam, which is about 21 km from Bhimtal.
By Road
Karkotaka Temple is located at a distance of about 7.5 km from Bhimtal.
The journey of Karkotaka Temple can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to May. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.
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