Like most other hills district, Nainital also has a varied topography. Some of the important places in the district are Nainital, Haldwani Kalakhaungi, Ramnagar, Bhowali, Ramgarh, Mukteshwar, Bhimtal, Sattal and Naukuchia –Tal and most of these are of tourist interest.
The hilly areas experience snowfall during winter, while in the plains the temperature soars to 45° c during summers.
Nainital used to be the summer capital of united provinces during the British period and continued to remain so for many years even after independence.
Nainital‘s wending expanse of scenic beauty is nothing short of romance with awe-inspiring and pristine mother nature. Nainital is well connected to different part of the country.
The City of Lake - Naini Tal
At a height of 1938 meters in the Central Himalaya of the Kumaon Region lies picturesque Nainital. Its snow –capped peaks, verdant valleys, Rolling Meadows and crystal lakes have beckoned lovers of nature since ages. Natural has been generous in endowing Nainital with natural beauty that transcends the ordinary and an abundance of flora and fauna.
Dotted with Lakes, Nainital has earned the epithet of ‘Lake District ‘of India. The most prominent of the lakes in Naini Lake ringed by hills and named after the Goddess Naina.
A through of tourist flock of Nainital throughout the year to explore its historical sites, wildlife reserve, fruit orchards, sanctified sport and the panoramic environs very few hill stations of India can equal.
General Information -:
Area: 11.73 sq. Kms
Altitude: 1938 Mts
Season: Accessible Round The Year.
Clothing: Light woolens or cottons in summer and heavy woolens in winter.
Language: Hindi, English and Kumaoni (Local Language)
Air: Nearest Airport is at Pantangar
Rail: The Nearest Railway Station is Kathgodam (35 Kms) connected to Lucknow, Agra, Delhi and Howrah.
Road : Nainital is connected to all the major National / State Highways.
From Nainital the following places are directly connected by regular bus service.
Agra : 403 Kms
Almora : 64 Kms
Badrinath : 334 Kms
Bareilly : 140 Kms
Dehradun : 387 Kms
Delhi : 326 Kms
Haridwar : 310 Kms
Kausani : 117 Kms
Local transport: Paddle Rickshaws, Local Taxi & Horses for Limited Area Places of Interest Near Naini Tal
Naina Peak -: Naina Peak, the highest peak around Nainital, is at a height of 2610 Mts & 5.5 Kms from Nainital, commands a captivating view of the snow – clad Himalayan range. On a clear day, a wide range of the snow-clad Himalaya is visible and one can have a bird’s eye view of Nainital, one can either trek or go on horse back.
Snow view -: A Scenic Spot-it offers a panoramic view of 250 Kms of the Himalayn range. The snow view peak, 2270 Mts is a popular vantage point in Nainital accessible by a ropeway or by horse and on foot.
High Altitude Zoo -: Perched at an altitude of 2075 Mts 1.5 Kms Away from the bus station the zoo is a famous for housing a variety of species of animals living at higher altitude.
Khurpatal -: 5 Kms from Nainital, the lake is a haven for anglers, and is inhabited by a number of fishes. It is situated on Nainital –Ramnagar Motorable road.
Kilbury -: At an altitude of 2528 Mts An ideal place for a quiet weekend holiday and picnic Kilbury is part of a forest reserve and is rich in Flora and Birdlige. Forest rest house is available for accommodation with the permission of D.F.O Nainital.
Hanumangarhi -: 1951 Mts Above and 3.22 Kms from Nainital, it is a place of religious interest, and is also famous for a spectacular view of the sunset.
Land’s End -: At a 4 Kms trek from Nainital, 2118 Mts High, this hill offers a panoramic view of Khrpatal and the terraced fields on the side of the hill, it is accessible by horse also.
Kainchi Temple -: At a distance of 16 Kms on the Almora - Ranikhet road one can also visit the temple complex of Kainchi.
State Observatory -: Situated at a height of 1951 Mts 4.4 Kms from Nainital, the state observatory undertakes astronomical studies and optical tracking of artificial earth satellites.
Main Markets / Shopping
Bara Bazaar, Mallital
Tallital Bazaar
Mall Road
Tibetan Market
Bhotia Bazaar
Accommodation -:
Tourist Rest House
Private Resorts and Hotels
There are about more then 200 Hotels & Guest Houses in Nainital.
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