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Nainital dwells in a exclusive place on the mounts in Uttaranchal. Recognized for its wholesome atmosphere and picturesque beauty, the city is an admired place that attracts a large number of tourists throughout the year. The city is rich in scenic location, service infrastructure and scenery perceptions where people all around the country come for a glance of this pleasant atmosphere during the year, gorgeous greens and the majestic mountains add to the beauty of the hill resort.
 This superior hill station is positioned at an altitude of 1,938 meters and proposes many places for tourists to enjoy themselves. The hill resort is supposed to consequently have its name as of the goddess Naina, put further to that, there is a temple which is dedicated to the goddess too. Other beliefs assert that the Naini Lake in Nainital provides its name to the hill resort. The natural beauty of this place cannot be missed by anyone. Welcome to a place blessed by Mother Nature.
History of Nainital
According to the beliefs of locals, King Daksha detained a great 'Yajna' but did not call Parvati and her companion Shiva. Parvati could not stand this straight abuse, and in her immense furious temper, Parvati sneaked in into the 'Yajna' ground and hurdled into the high flames of 'Yajna' fire with the decision to end her life here. Afterwards, Lord Shiva recovered her half-charred corpse himself. Many of the local people deemed that the eyes of Sati fell into the lake while her body was being carried by Lord Shiva to Kailesh Parvat. Thus, the lake was given the name of 'Nainital' or Naini lake and is one of the most famous attractions visited by tourists.
Special attractions in and around Nainital
- Sightseeing (Snow View): Offering an outstanding sight of the northern Himalayan ranges at 2270 meters above sea level. A horse ride is a pleasant experience.
- Boat ride: The most popular passtime in Nainital is the boat ride in the lake.
 Naina Peak: Highest peak bordering Naina Lake- Dorothy’s Seat: Offers a partial view of Nainital (named after an English woman that was killed in air crash)
- Land’s End: Offers a view of another lake, Khurpa Tal.
- Adventure Sports: Nainital is the hub of adventure sports in India. The Nainital Mountaneering Club and the Nainial Yatch Club are the poineers in imparting training and organizing adventure sports in the country. Paragliding, grappling, rock climbling occurs at Bara Pathhar and Camels back. Kayaking, canoeing, and yatchingis happens in the varioous lakes in the district. Hotbalooning is also popular in Nainital.
Best Time to Visit Nainital
Depends on the season you like, however March to June is recommended.
Location
State: Uttar Pradesh
Distance from Ranikhet: 60 KM
How to reach Nainital
Nearest Airport: Delhi: 277 km, Pantnagar: 130 km
Nearest Railway: Kathgodam
Road: Connected by road to Delhi: 277 km, Agra: 379 km, Almora: 62 km, Kausani: 117 km, Ranikhet: 60 km, and Corbett National Park: 128 km
 Tourism Department
Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam,
Oak Park House,
Mallital,
Nainital.
Phones: 91 (05942)36209 & 36043. Fax: (05942)36209
Climatic Conditions
Summer: September-June
Winter: July-August
Clothing
Summer- Light Woollen
Winter - Heavy Woollen
Nearby Travel Places
Jeolikote (18 km), Bhimtal (22 km), Ghorakhal (37 km), Ranikhet (60 km), Almora (62 km)
The photos on this page are contributed by Meenakshi. This article is contributed by Nikhil Chaudhary
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