Uttarakhand is a very picturesque state in North India, which holds the top position in terms of tourism. Everyone likes to travel through natural beauty, high mountains, green meadows, green pastures, and winding roads. Seeing the beauty of Uttarakhand, whoever goes to visit, makes up his mind to settle there. The land of Uttarakhand full of peace and tranquility attracts tourists. These beautiful mountain peaks at the very challenging heights of Uttarakhand are some of the famous lakes whose beauty beats even the beauty of Switzerland. Today in this episode we are going to tell you about those famous lakes of Uttarakhand.
Deoria Tal
Deoria Tal, This is a wonderful lake surrounded by lush green forests. The waters of the lake reflect a clear image of the Chaukhamba ranges along with the peaks of Gangotri, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Yamunotri, and Neelkanth. Situated at an altitude of 2438 meters above sea level, this lake is situated at a distance of 2 km from Chopta - Ukhimath road. The lake offers boating, fishing, and various bird-watching opportunities to the tourists visiting here. According to legends, the gods used to bathe in this lake, hence it is mentioned in the Puranas as 'Indra Sarovar'. Sages believe that the 'Yaksha' who questioned the Pandavas during their exile and who is the keeper of natural treasures and tree roots hidden in the earth, lived in this lake.
Seven rhythm
22 kms from Nainital. And four km from Bhimtal. Sattal is the most beautiful lake of Kumaon situated at a distance Earlier there were seven lakes out of which many have dried up. Among these, Nal Damayanti Tal, Garuda or Panna Tal, Poorna Tal, Lakshman Tal, and Ram-Sita Tal are prominent. These pools are connected by internal water channels. The water of these locks goes into the Gaula River through the Waliyagad River coming from Nainital. Due to a legend prevalent in this area, fish are not caught in Nal Damayanti Taal. It has five corners. The shape of this lake is similar to 'Ashwakhur' whose depth is 19 km. Is.
Roopkund Lake
The name of Roopkund Lake is at the top of this list. Roopkund Lake is one of the highest lakes in Uttarakhand. Roopkund Lake is located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. From here you can easily see Trishul Peak. This lake is also known as the mysterious lake because human skeletons were found here many years ago. Roopkund Lake is a great place to visit in the summer season. This lake remains frozen in every season.
Kedar Tal
Kedar Tal is a glacial lake situated at an altitude of 5000 meters in the Uttarkashi region. Thalayasagar peak can be easily seen from Kedar Tal. Located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand at an altitude of 15000 feet. Somewhere calm and somewhere gurgling, this river makes its way through huge boulders and rocks. It is said that when Lord Shiva drank the poison that came out of the churning of the ocean between the deities and the asuras, he pacified it by drinking the water of the Kedar Lake to calm the flame in his throat. In Garhwali it is called 'Achhraon Ka Taal'.
Bhimtal
10 km from Kathgodam. North and 22 km from Nainital. This lake situated in the East Nainital district is part of the Kumaon region. The biggest is the lake. Its length is 1,674 m. And the width is 447 meters and the depth is 26 meters. This triangle-shaped lake is surrounded by mountains on three sides. It has boating facilities for tourists. The color of its water is deep blue. It is famous for Kamal and Kamal Kadi. There is an island in the middle of this lake, on which there is a restaurant. Small canals have been taken out from this lake for irrigation.
Bulla pond
One of the main attractions of Lansdowne, the soldiers of the Garhwal Rifles helped a lot in the construction of the unnatural lake of Bulla Talab, due to which this lake is dedicated to them. The lake is named after the Garhwali word "Bulla", which means "younger brother". Tourists can enjoy boating and paddling in this lake. In this, parks, beautiful fountains, and bamboo scaffolding have been installed for children to play.
Naini Lake
Naini Lake is the main attraction of Nainital. Tourists come from all over the world to see this lake. The mention of this lake is also found in Skanda Purana, which is called Tririshi Sarovar. This lake has its religious importance, according to the belief, by taking a dip in this lake, you get virtue like the Mansarovar river. That's why this lake has been included in 64 Shaktipeeths. This lake is world-famous in terms of tourism, and there is an influx of tourists who enjoy boating here.
