Nal Damyanti Tal is a small beautiful natural lake situated in the heart of Bhimtal, which is about 2 km away from Bhimtal. This is a shallow water lake. This beautiful lake is surrounded by natural trees. Local people consider this lake to be a sacred lake. This popular lake is named after the name of King Nala and his wife Damyanti. This is an ideal place to enjoy natural beauty. There are several old houses around the lake, which exhibit traditional Kumauni architecture. This lake is one of the main attractions centers of this area. According to mythology, once Queen Damyanti a dream came to at night, she used to hear a voice every day in the dream, 'can I come in', one night the queen answered in yes. At the same time, a storm came and King Mahal got drowned in the lake. Since then this lake is known as named of Nal Damyanti Tal.
.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
Nal Damyanti Tal is located at a distance of about 2 km from Bhimtal.
The journey of Nal Damyanti Tal 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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