Haridwar
Bhimgoda Tank
Open Time : 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Entry : free
Address : Bhimgoda Har Ki Pauri Bridge भीमगोडा हर की पौड़ी पुल, Bhimgoda, Devpura, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India
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Why to visit Bhimgoda Tank
- The tank is a holy water reservoir in Haridwar that is close to Birla Ghat.
- One of the five Pandava brothers, Bhima, is honoured in the tank's name.
- The word "Bhimgoda" comes from two words: Bhim, the mythical hero, and goda, a word for knee in Hindi.
- The tank has been restored using Ganges water, and lush, well-kept gardens surround it.
- There is a dam close to the Bheemgoda Tank that is currently a popular Haridwar tourism destination.
Legends
Hindu mythology holds that the Bhimgoda tank was created when Bhima, the second Pandava brother, pressed his knee against the soil. The Ganges river's water flows into the Bhimgoda tank.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby Restaurants
- Sukhija Punjabi Restaurant (8 km)
- Jind Haryana Dhaba (8.3 km)
- Shree Ganga Goda Vaishnaw Bojanalaya (6.2 km)
Distance From Haridwar Railway Station: 3 km
Ideal Duration: 1 hour
FAQ on Bhimgoda Tank
What are the nearby attractions close to Bhimgoda Tank?
The nearby attractions include: Bharat Mata Mandir (10.2 km), Chanda Devi Temple (4 km), and Dakeshwara Mahadev Temple (9.4 km).
What are the nearby restaurants close to Bhimgoda Tank?
The nearby restaurants include: Sukhija Punjabi Restaurant (8 km), Jind Haryana Dhaba (8.3 km), and Shree Ganga Goda Vaishnaw Bojanalaya (6.2 km).
How to reach Bhimgoda Tank?
The Bhimgoda Tank is a short distance away by foot from Har ki Pauri. The distance from the Haridwar bus or train station is 3.5 kilometres. Major northern cities are easily accessible from Haridwar via motorable highways.
Is there a fee to enter the Bhimgoda Tank?
No, there are no admission fees to the Bhimgoda Tank; all visitors are welcome.
Special Tip
You can dip in the pond since, according to mythology, doing so is a way to honour your ancestors.
By Mehrosh Shamim
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