Uttrakhand, known as the ‘lands of Gods’, is home to several naturally beautiful and visually pleasing destinations. Some of them, like Auli, Mussourie, Rishikesh and Nainital, are known to the masses. However, some have not been explored that much. This makes Uttrakhand a heavenly state that still needs to be explored.
In the Nainital District of Uttrakhand, at about an elevation of 1654 metres, lies the small town of Bhowali. It is often referred to as a natural paradise and a gateway to the Kumaon region. Lush forests, lakes, fruit orchards and tea estates can be found across this place.
Moreover, due to its location, you can find a wide variety of good quality fruits like apples, peaches, plums, strawberries and apricots. A great diversity of birds and quite a few greenhouses that cultivate exotic plants and herbs can also be found.
Let’s know more about Bhowali:
Tourist Attractions in Bhowali
Despite being a small town, Bhowali is home to some fantastic tourist attractions.
- Shyamkhet Tea Garden
The Shyamkhet Tea garden is a beautiful tea plantation providing a green view near the Golu Devta Temple. It produces as well as exports a variety of high-quality tea. Organic tea is also produced here. The tea made here is commonly known as Uttranchal Tea.
- Prachin Jabar Mahadev Shiva Temple
The Prachin Jabar Mahadev Temple is said to be located in Bhowali for a long time. It belongs to God Shiva and has a wooden Shivling.
- Kainchi Dham
The popular Kainchi Dham established by Neem Karoli Baba is popular in India and abroad. It became famous when renowned personalities like Seve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg visited.
- Golu Devta Temple
The Golu Devta Temple, or the ‘temple of Bells’, is famous in Ghorakal. Several devotees visit here and offer their prayers throughout the year. Once their wish is fulfilled, they tie a bell here. That is why bells of all shapes and sizes can be found here.
Things to do in Bhowali
When in Bhowali, you can do the following items:
- Experience the natural beauty and local culture of the town
- Pay worship to famous temples
- Go Trekking in the oak and deodar forests
- Camp alone or within a group in the jungles or near the river
- Go shopping in the local market to buy fresh and best quality fruits
Best time to visit Bhowali
The best time to visit Bhowali is from April to June and September to December.
How to reach Bhowali?
You can reach Bhowali in the following ways:
- By Air
If you travel by air, the Pantnagar airport is the nearest airport to Bhowali. It is located at a distance of around 63 km. Taxis and cabs can be hired from here to reach the town.
- By Train
If you want to travel by train, the best option is to deboard the train at Kathgodam railway station, which is at a distance of 28 km. From here, one can hire a taxi or cab to reach Bhowali.
- By Road
Bhowali has well-maintained motorable roads. One can take a bus, cars and cabs to reach here. From Kathgodam and Haldwani, you can take public transport or a jeep from Nainital, which only takes half an hour to get to this small town.
Places to visit near Bhowali
You can see the following areas near Bhowali:
- Ramgarh
- Nainital
- Ranikhet
- Mukteshwar
- Jeolikot
- Bhimtal
