Nainital - The Himalayan Necklace

Nainital is a glittering jewel in the Himalayan necklace. Nainital is blessed with scenic natural grandeur and varied natural resources . The Nainital town in Uttarakhand is dotted with some beautiful cottages, villas and bungalows. Nainital is Located at an altitude of 1,938 meters from the sea level. The hill resort is believed to have derived its name from the goddess Naina. There is a very attractive temple dedicated to the goddess Naina. the hill resort of Nainital offers several places of interest to the tourists. Nainital has earned the epithet of “Lake District” of India,dotted with lakes Naini Lake, Bhimtal, Naukuchiatal, Khurpatal, Sattal. There is some other important places in the district are Nainital , Haldwani , Kaladhungi , Ramnagar , Bhowali , Ramgarh , Mukteshwar , Bhimtal , Sattal and Naukuchiatal . Nainital’s indefinitely expense of scenic beauty is nothing short of a romance with awe-inspiring and pristine Mother nature.

Attraction in Nainital:

NAINI PEAK – Naini Peak is the highest peak of Nainital, Its 5 kms from the lake. Naini Peak is located at 2,611 metres from the sea level. The peak providing a panoramic view of the Nainital and a stunning view of the Himalayas including Nanda Devi and the mountains on the Tibetan border. Nature at its best is the right word to describe this magnificent peak.

BOATING :- Boating is one of the most attractive activity in Nainital. The Naini lake is the prominent feature of this hill station. Nainital is also known as 'Lake Paradise'. In its beautiful 'lakes '. There is some option of boating through yachts, paddle boats and traditional rowing boats are available. Perhaps the main attraction of the visitors coming to Nainital

LAND’S END – Land's End Located on the southern border of the Naini lake, and standing 2,881 metres high from the sea level. this hill offers a view of another lake, Khurpa Tal.

SNOW VIEW - This popular point in Nainital is located at 2,270 metres above sea level. Snow View Provide a excellent view of the northern Himalayan ranges and the beautiful Naini Lake. The point is accessible by a rope way or horses and mountain ponies . From the top, with the help of powerful binoculars, a close up view of Nanda Devi, one of the highest peaks in the country is visible.

HANUMAN GARHI - Its located around 4 kms south of Tallital , there is a beautiful temple, its dedicated to Lord Hanuman.

STATE OBSERVATORY - Observatory is Located around 1 kms from Hanuman Garhi on the top of a ridge is the State Observatory.

THE MALL, NANITAL - The Mall is Nainital’s popular promenade and the centre of frenetic activity especially in the late afternoons.

Zoo Gardens: The small and beautiful Zoological garden at Nainital houses many animals including tigers, bears, deer, Samber, Monkeys, etc

FACTS & FIGURES:

Area	11.7 Sq. km
Population	30,951 (1991 census)
Altitude	1938 meters above sea level
Season	March – June, mid September – October
Clothing	Summer - Light Woolens; Winters - Heavy Woolens
Language	Hindi, English & Kumaoni.
Local Transport	Rickshaws, Dandies, Ropeway, Ponies, Taxis.
STD Code	05942

REACHING THERE:

By Air:   Phoolbagh is the closest airport to reach Nainital. Delhi at a distance of 300 km is the nearest international airport.

By Rail:  Kathgodam Railway Station is the nearest railway station to reach Nainital, its 40 kms away from Nainital.

By Road:   Nainital is 300 km away from Delhi, and 60 km from Ramnagar and 42 kma from Haldwani.