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Naukuchiyatal |
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Naukuchiya Tal,
or the lake of the nine corners, is of an irregular shape,
somewhat resembling the case of clubs, elongated at the
north-western corner near the temple. On the west it is
covered over with weeds and lotus plants to a large
extent. It is fed by streams from the
neighboring hills but
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neither
springs, outlet nor current, were detected by
Dr. Amesbury at his survey in 1871. |
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It is 26 Kms
from Nainital and 4 Kms from Bhimtal at 1220 mts above sea
level. the length is 945 meters from north to south and the breadth from east to
west 690 meters. The greatest depth of 41 meters in the
middle near the intersection of the lines of greatest
breadth and length, and the least depth two metres close
to the northern end.
It is within an enchanting valley
offering an opportunity of angling and bird watching.
There is ample scope for rowing ,paddling or yachting. It is hotter than
Bhimtal but very
picturesque and pretty, and when the lotus is in flower
well worth a visit.
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