The principles it works on are all focussed on ecological balance of the environment. With global warming causing such disastrous impact on the environment, this is one step towards balancing the ecological disturbance. India eco-friendly resorts are not just giving you the charm of environment friendly methods of stay but these resorts are also located in such places that display serene beauty and magnificent picturesque areas. One such beauty is Bhimtal.
Bhimtal
Bhimtal is located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand, India. It is a small town at an altitude of about 1370 m above sea level. It is a popular destination for tourists owing to its pleasant summer weather. Nainital being a well-known hill station, there lack of space for administrative offices have made Bhimtal a desirable location for administrative work too. As the name suggests Bhimtal too has a lake and tourists enjoy boating there. There are many other activities like hiking, trekking and horse riding for tourists too. It too has a lovely scenic beauty like Nainital.
Places to stay
Bhimtal has variety stay places ranging from budget hotels to luxurious stay resorts to eco-friendly resorts. There are a few eco-friendly resorts in Bhimtal where you can experience a rejuvenating stay with the nature's beauty. Some of these resorts are located above the lake and offer an exceptional view of the town. These eco-friendly resorts are a little expensive though. However, the beauty, the relaxation and the freshness they offer will be way beyond your expectations. Moreover they offer various packages and you can opt for the one that suits you and your family. Also there are guest houses by the state government and heritage hotels for stay.
These resorts make your stay comfortable with all the amenities the can provide you with such as spa treatments, bath houses, playgrounds for children, gardens with a variety of flowers, and many such beautiful and bountiful surprises. Some even have the collection of smaller local wildlife in the vicinity for the guests to see. Plantations all around the rooms ensure frequent arrivals of various birds and beautiful butterflies.
The eco-friendly resorts are situated in various districts of Uttarakhand with plentiful seen in the district of Nainital in the towns of Nainital, Bhimtal and many others. Uttarakhand makes sure to leave you with beautiful memories of friendly locals and being in the nature's womb.
Nature camps are also available in Bhimtal. These camps offer you the best stay in nature's lap. Just by the riverside these camps offer daytime views to night sky wonders. Moreover even the meals are made from local farm vegetables having the authentic local cuisine flavour. These camps are child friendly and the activities generally are for enjoyment of all generations.
Attractive Tourist spots
The biggest attraction here is the Bhimtal Lake and it is bigger than the Naini Lake. Boating facilities are available for tourists and in fact in the middle of the lake there is an island that has an aquarium too.
Victoria Dam in Bhimtal is situated at an end of the lake and also has a terraced garden on both sides of the dam. The Bhimeshwar temple is situated just next to it.
The aquarium in the island was originally a restaurant. Due to environment issues this restaurant was shut down and an aquarium was set up. It is an attractive destination for children. The place also hosts various species of fish from different countries.
Karkotaka Temple, Hidimba Parvat and Folk culture museum are other tourist attractions as well.
Martin Wynn
