Nanital

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Introduction Within panoramic Kumaon lies the district of Nainital. Its snow-capped peaks, verdant valleys, rolling meadows and crystal lakes have beckoned lovers of nature since ages.Dotted with lakes, Nainital has earned the epithet of 'Lake District' of India. Nainital is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Uttaranchal and lies in the Gagar Valley. The British discovered the town in 1841 and turned it into the summer capital of the United Province. On your tours to Nainital, you will be mesmerized by the lovely surroundings, the high hills, mighty mountains, gorgeous lake and the old world charm of the town. The beautiful hill station Nainital is popular due to its well developed infrastructure and the amazing beauty of its foremost attraction-the Naini Lake. Nainital owes its name to this lake that is 1935m above sea level. Best Time to travel April to May and September to November Naina Peak or China Peak Naina peak is the highest peak of the town , at an altitude of 2611 mts. and at a distance of 6 Kms from the town .It commands an entrancing view of sparkling snow laden Himalayas from Bandar Punch in west to Api and Nari peaks of Nepal in the east , a full Himalayan range in one side and a birds eye view of the lake city of Nainital in its full grandeur on the other. With a pair of binoculars a good panorama of the tract surrounding Nainital is obtained . Pony or Horses can be hired to visit this peak either from Snow view or from Mallital. Dorothy Seat Also known, as "Tiffin Top" is a memorial to Mrs. Dorothy Kellet built by her husband. It commands an excellent view of the Himalayas as well as the neighboring countryside. It is 4.3-kms from the town. One can trek or negotiate on horseback. Snow View It is the most easily accessible hill top, height 2270 mts. and at a distance of 2.5 Km from the town. The spot is accessible through ropeway. This peak is also connected by motor able road. Snow view as the name suggests offers an indescribably beautiful and breath taking picture of the glittering snows of Himalyas. It has a temple. Tea, snacks, Photographers are available at this place. Land's End One does not have to climb much, about 4 km and as the name suggests, one feels on reaching the area that the end of the land has really come. Needless to say, the view of the neighbouring hills and valley and the Khurpatal lake is exquisite from here. St. John-In-The Wilderness One of the earliest buildings as well as churches erected in Naini Tal. It is very close to the Uttaranchal High Court. The site was chosen as early as 1844 and was first opened on April 2, 1848. It is a beautiful church with a marvellous interior and stained glasses on the windows. Raj Bhawan The foundation stone of the Nainital government house, modeled after Buckingham palace, was laid on April 27, 1897 and the building was completed in March 1900. The architecture of Raj Bhawan has been professionally described as of "the early domestic Gothic style". The house stands upon a plateau, and the combined effect of its environs, the vividly green lawn, grey stone steps and well grown old deodar trees is dignified, peaceful and strongly reminiscent of the English countryside. Introduction Within panoramic Kumaon lies the district of Nainital. Its snow-capped peaks, verdant valleys, rolling meadows and crystal lakes have beckoned lovers of nature since ages.Dotted with lakes, Nainital has earned the epithet of 'Lake District' of India. Nainital is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Uttaranchal and lies in the Gagar Valley. The British discovered the town in 1841 and turned it into the summer capital of the United Province. On your tours to Nainital, you will be mesmerized by the lovely surroundings, the high hills, mighty mountains, gorgeous lake and the old world charm of the town. The beautiful hill station Nainital is popular due to its well developed infrastructure and the amazing beauty of its foremost attraction-the Naini Lake. Nainital owes its name to this lake that is 1935m above sea level. Best Time to travel April to May and September to November How To Reach Air The nearest domestic Airport is Palam Airport at New Delhi, although Phool bagh being the nearest airport 72 kms from Nainital but after the termination of Vayudoot services it has become unoperational for general public. The nearest International airport is Indira Gandhi-International airport at New Delhi. Road Nainital is connected to all the major National/State Highways. From Nainital the following places are directly connected by regular bus service. Rail The nearest Railway Station is Kathgodam (35 kms.) connected to Lucknow, Agra, Delhi & Howrah.