Nainital
Legend has it that the rishis brought the waters of the sacred Mansarovar River to form the Naini Lake. Nainital nestles among green hills and numerous little lakes along with many temples. The views from the surrounding peaks is breath-taking and adds to Nainital's magic. The lakes tour covers Bhowali, Ramgarh, Ghorakhal, Bhimtal, Naukuchiyatal, Sat Tal and Hanumangarhi.
Location: Nainital in the Kumaon hills is surrounded by forests
Weather: Summer: 11C-28C winter: 2C-16C
Distance: 277kms north of Delhi
Getting There
By road: Delhi – Nainital takes approximately 9 hours.
By rail: Nearest rail station is Kathgodam (35 kms south). The Ranikhet Express departs from Delhi at 11 pm and arrives in Kathgodam at 6.10 am. It departs from Kathgodam at 10.45 pm and arrives in Delhi at 4.45 am.
Places to See
Naini Lake:Is said to be one of the emerald green eyes of Shiva's wife, Sati. Take a circuit of the lake in a row boat or hire a small yacht by the hour, or take a pedal boat.
Naini Peak(6 kms): is the highest peak in the region. It offers a spectacular view of the valley and is a wonderful picnic spot.
Astronomical Observatory: Situated close to Hanumangarh this observatory houses very modern telescopes.It is open Monday to Saturday (10am-5pm).
Snow view(2270m): A ropeway takes you to the top, from there one can view the Nanda Devi peak through binoculars.
Lands end(4 kms): This point gives one the best views of Khurpa Tal. It is a wonderful walk through a forest of oak, deodar and pine.
Rock climbing: The Nainital Mountaineering Club organises these courses at Bara
Shopping
The Mall, Mallital, Tallital and Tibetan markets are the best places to shop for woollens, candles and cane sticks.
It could be snowing in December-January, so carry heavy woollens in winter
and light woollens in summer.
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