Nainital, situated in the lap of Himalayas in Uttarakhand, is a very attractive tourist destination. As soon as summer starts, tourists head to Nainital. This city, which has the beauty of the Himalayas in its lap, is very beautiful. The beautiful city, situated in the foothills of the Kumaon Ranges, used to be the first holiday choice of the British. Tourists from all over India come to Nainital throughout the year, but it is the nearest and most attractive place from Delhi.
SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS OF NAINITAL
There are many places in Nainital that are full of tourists. Some of the special places among them have been mentioned in this blog. Nainital has prepared special arrangements for all types of tourists. Whether you are a solo traveler, a couple, or come with family to enjoy this place, Nainital has brought very special and attractive things for everyone. The Uttarakhand government also pays special attention to keeping Nainital clean and bright. This is a very special destination for Uttarakhand tourism.
NAINA DEVI TEMPLE
Nainital is named after the Naina Devi temple. This temple is situated on the banks of Naini Lake. Tourists visiting Nainital like to visit Naina Devi temple. According to mythological beliefs, when Lord Shiva took the body of Goddess Sati to Kailash, the places where the body parts of Goddess Sati fell were established as Shakti peeth. In Nainital, it is said that the two eyes of Devi Sati fell at the place of Naini lake. This event inspired to built Naina Devi temple. Naina Devi temple is also worshiped as Shakti Peeth.
NAINI LAKE
Naini Lake is a naturally fresh water lake situated in the foothills of the 7 peaks. Tourists enjoy Naini Lake for picnic spots, boating, and evening walks. Garwaali and Kumaon food are also enjoyed by tourists at restaurants built around the Naini lake. Tourists enjoy boating on Naini Lake. Boating is done at very nominal prices here.
According to some historical documents, in 1839 English trader Mr. P. Barron, during an expedition, accidentally reached Nainital and was astonished to see the beauty of Naini Lake. On the other hand, the locals of Nainital believe that this place was first discovered by two sages when they reached here while meditating in the Himalayas. Both those sages blessed the Naini lake with their divine energy.
ECO-CAVE GARDEN
Eco-Cave Garden of Nainital is very much liked by tourists. It is managed by Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam. This has been created artificially for tourists. The purpose of making eco-cave garden is to show the wild life of Himalayas to children and tourists. In Eco-Cave Garden, different caves have been made with the help of stones. These caves have fascinated tourists a lot.
SNOW VIEW POINT
Tourists get the opportunity to see the peaks of the Himalayas exposed to the snow from the Snow View Point in Nainital. The Himalayan mountains, wrapped in a blanket of snow, look beautiful from Snow View Point. Tourists visit this sight regularly in their travels. There is a feeling of a completely different world at Snow View Point. A very rare view of the Himalayas can be seen from a height of 2200 meters. Solo travelers visit this place the most. A ropeway is used by tourists to reach the snow view point. If you are planning to go to Nainital then please visit Snow View Point.
TRIFFIN TOP
Tourists who like trekking should definitely visit Triffin Top. The 360 degree view of Nainital and Kumaon hills from here is very captivating. This destination is a very attractive location for Solo travelers, Couples, and Family Tourists. Solo tourists who like trekking and hiking can enjoy these activities at Triffin Top. This is a romantic place for couples; they can also celebrate special moments over the triffin top. This is a perfect picnic spot for tourists coming with family.
Triffin Top is also called Dorothy’s seat. Its back story goes like this: Dorothy Kellett, Wife of a British Army Officer, Col. J.P. Kellett. Col. Kellett built a stone bench here in memory of his wife, who died in a plane crash while she was visiting her children. This place, is a sign of Col. Kellett’s love and dedication to his wife.
MALL ROAD
Tourists who like shopping and are interested in handicrafts must definitely visit Nainital Mall Road. Along with shopping, Mall Road is also a special destination for tasty food. Garwali food is especially liked here. Mall Road of Nainital is also known as Govind Ballabh Pant Marg. It is maintained by the Municipal Corporation.
ACTIVITIES AND ADVENTURES
FOR BIKERS
Whether you are a solo traveler or a tourist with a group of friends, especially those who visit Naintal by bike, it is a different view to see Naintal for them. Himalaya and Nainital, situated in the lap of Himalaya, gives its own special moment to the bikers.
TREKKING AND HIKING
Tourists who like trekking and hiking can do trekking and hiking at Triffin Top and Snow View Point. The trek to Tiffin Top is 4 kilometers, which starts from Nainital city and ends at Dorathy’s Seat. This is an easy trek. While the Snow View Point trek is a 3-kilometer trek, but a bit more challenging than Tiffin Top trek.
Naintal peak-Pangot Trek is a long and difficult trek to Nainital. The total length of the trek is 14 kilometers. This trek starts from Mallital in Naintal and ends at Pangot village situated at the Naini Peak via. snow view point.
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