Places to visit in Nainital – List of 15 Best Nainital Tourist Places Attractions, Activities, Things to Do – Naina Peak, Laria Kanta, Snow View, Dorothy Seat, Hanumangarhi, Naini Lake, Naina Devi Temple, Lands end, State Observatory, Bhowali, Bhimtal, naukuchiatal, Sattal, Jeolikote, Ramgarh.

Nainital is a lake resort set at a height of 1938 m in a beautiful world valley. Surrounded by seven hills, the sparkling waters of a natural lake make it a gem among hill resorts. Legend has it that the lake was formed when the goddess Sati lost her eyes at this spot. She was being carried by Lord Shiva at the time and a lake was formed as a result. Naina (Eyes) ‘Tal’ (Lake) was thus given its name.

Tourist Places to Visit in Nainital : –

Naina Peak

 

6 km.A picnic spot with a scenic view of the Himalayas and the entire lake region. It is among top in the list of tourist places to visit in Nainital.

 

 

 

 

 

Laria Kanta

6 km. Another picnic spot at a height of 2,481 m with a fascinating view of mountain ranges. It is among top in the list of tourist places to visit in Nainital.

 

 

 

 

Snow View

2.5 km. Yet another picnic spot with a glorious voew all around. It is among top in the list of tourist places to visit in Nainital.

 

 

 

 

 

Dorothy Seat

4 km.A memorial to British Lady.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hanumangarhi

3 km. A religious temple. Commands a spectacular view of the Himalayas, particularly at sunset.

 

 

 

 

 

Land’s End

4 km. Offer a scenic setting for a picnic.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nainital Lake

Nainital Lake, a natural freshwater body, situated amidst the township of Nainital. It is kidney shaped or crescent shaped and has an outfall at the southeastern end. It is among top in the list of tourist places to visit in Nainital.

 

 

 

 

 

State Observatory

4 km. Ideal for astronomical Studies.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Naina Devi Temple

Naina Devi Temple is a famous holy temple in Nainital located near the lake. Goddess Sati is the deity of the Naina Devi temple.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tourist Places to Visit near Nainital

Bhowali

11 km. An orchard country and an established health resort.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bhimtal

22.5 km.A quiet and scenic lake resort.Fishing is available on permit.

 

 

 

 

 

Naukuchiatal

26 km.A lake with nine corners which make a scenic spot. Migratory birds come here in large number. The Lake offers good fishing.

 

 

 

 

 

Sattal

20 km. Another picturesque lake resort. Fishing available on permit.

 

 

 

 

 

Jeolikote

18 km. A health resort and a bee keeping center. An attraction for butterfly catchers.

 

 

 

 

 

Ramgarh

25 km. known for its orchards and picturesque setting.

 

 

 

 

 

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PLACES OF WORSHIP

CHRISTIAN

Church of St. Mary, Methodist Church, St.Francis Church

HINDU

Naina Devi temple, Pashan Devi temple, Hanumangarhi temple

MUSLIM

Jama Masjid at Talli Tal,Malli Tal and Bhowali

SIKH

Gurudwara

 

GENERAL INFORMATION

Area                         11.73 sq. km.
Altitude                1938 m
Temperature          Max         Min
Summer                    26.7C     10.6C
Winter                  15.6C       2.8C
Rainfall                     279 cm
Season                 March to June and September to October
Clothing
Summer                   Light Woolen
Winter                 Heavy Woolens

 

HOW TO REACH NAINITAL

Air

Pantnagar,71 km is the nearest airport.

Rail

The nearest railway station is Kathgodam 36 km away.

Road

Nainital is connected by road motorable roads to many places.

Road Distance

Ranikhet 54 km
Delhi 277 km
Moradabad 155 km
Bareilly 137 km