One of the popular hill station destination for the tourists, the city of lakes – Nainital; not only serves the visitors with the picturesque of the great Himalayan range but also with the lakes and the adjoining attraction spots. A small town in the Kumaon hills of the Uttarakhand state, Nainital is surrounded by the Himalayan Mountains all around along with greenery and the white clouds. At a distance of 300 Kms away from the national capital New Delhi and 287 Kms far from the state capital Dehradun, this is a place where you can surely spend your leisure time beautifully and to your fullest of all the desires. Apart from that, it also offers interesting mountain treks and tours in the mountain ranges around them.
Except for the winter months the climate here is very pleasant and soothing. The climate of this hill station is greatly regulated by the lakes here which showers rain almost every afternoon. To come here the best time is between April to June and then again in September October. The months of January to March experiences a brief spell of snowfall. Nevertheless it is advisable that you contact any local sources before visiting this hill to witness snowfall.
While the tourist makes it hard to decide on their journey itinerary, we give you the best picks to make your visit to these great place a memorable one –
- Nainital Lake:
Located at the heart of the hill station, this lake is the major attraction of Nainital. Surrounded by the hills closely, it becomes a first choice spot for the tourists and specially the romantic class to come here. With many eminent authors and writers mentioning about the charm of this lake, this lake has attracted charm from the rest of the world.
Naini Lake
- Naina Peak:
Having an altitude of 2,615 meters this is the highest peak in Nainital and offers an opportunity to the trekkers. Well known for its majestic view of the Nainital town, the Himalayas and the regions of Kumaon; this peak is a sure choice to go for. Providing impressive views of the surroundings, one can have a panoramic view of the Himalayan peaks standing tall in heights.
View from the Naina Peak
- Nainital Zoo
For a wildlife lover, this place is the best attraction. By spreading over an area of 5 hectares, this zoo holds diversity among many endangered species of animals. Because of its high altitude, the zoo turns out to be a favorable abode for the animals and birds.
Some of the wildlife species found here are –
Himalayan Black Bear, Himalayan Martin, Himalayan Civet, Steppe Eagle, Tibetan Wolf, Japanese Macaque, Barking Dear, Sambar, Goral, Leopard, White Pea Fowl, Red Jungle Fowl, etc.
- Tiffin Top:
A picnic spot for the tourists, this place offers a 360 degree view of the Nainital town. The view from here is tremendously magnificent, allowing serene and eye-catching views for the photographers. Those who envy the nature’s love should definitely stop by this place.
Pony rides are also available from the Mall Road to Tiffin Top. Adventures like rappelling and rock climbing are also conducted at Tiffin Top on certain occasions.
Birds view of the Nainital town from Tiffin top.
- Cold Road:
If one wants to go for a stroll, breath the fresh air and enjoy the scenes, this Thandi Sadak will shower a bliss for the people who love walking and fetching a soothing sensation. Providing a cool ambiance for walk and a feeling of being local here, this is the most tempting spot for the pedestrians here.
Lined up with the trees of Oaks, Pine and Deodar; sunlight finds it hard to penetrate through these tall standing trees. It entails the natural portrait of the hills and hillocks surrounding Nainital as well as the Nainital Lake.
Views from the Cold Road.
- The Flatts:
Famous for its local ‘ Spicy Chat Bazar ’ for the street food and the ‘ Bhutia Market ’ for shopping, this place is an interesting one for the tourists coming to Nainital. A nodal point for both the locals as well as the tourists, the flatts is a center for recreational ventures. Neighbored by the Roller Skating rink, this place hosts numerous sports and cultural activities organized by the local authorities.
The Flatts with the adjoining community buildings.
- Gurney House:
A historic cottage that was home for the famous Jim Corbett, Gurney House is an old charming private cottage that has all the trophies of this famous hunter-cum-conservationist. Corbett and Wildlife lovers are welcome here to visit this priced property of heritage.
It is located at 3 Kms from Mallital.
- View Point at the Kilbury Road:
Also called the Himalayan Darshan, this view point is 5Kms far from the busy Nainital crowd and offers an exceptional sight of the Himalayas as well as the volleyed view of the ridges trailing down.
Accessible by taxis, horse back and on foot; View Point is a place to ease your life enjoying the enchantress of nature.
Stopping by the Kilbury Road.
- The Ropeway:
Made with the state-of-the-art Swiss technology, the cable cars of Nainital connects the snow view from the town. Having both steep ascend and descend, the ropeway offers an interesting view of the Nainital Lake during the ascend and the flatts during the descend.
- Horse Riding:
The horse riding from Bara Pathar is a wish one cannot can think of skipping it. The joy of riding these horses are one of these attractions in this hill station. To visit the peaks here, you can hire these horses and ease out your pain during strolling the town.
Horse riding.