Being a popular destination among tourists, there are many places of interest in and around Nainital that can be visited with family and friends. Tiffin top, naini lake, snow view point, High altitude zoo are some of the famous tourists.
1. Naini lake in Nainital:-
Nainital lake, popularly known as Naini lake, is a major attraction of Uttarakhand. Surrounded by picturesque seven hills, Nainital lake is a favorite destination among romantic travelers from across the globe. It’s one of the most visited lakes in India. This natural freshwater lake is enchanting and many prominent writers of the world have explained it’s beauty through their poems.
Nainital is also name after the Naini lake which covers a circumference of 2 miles with a deapth of 28meters to 6meters. The calm water of naini lake make tourists fall in love with it’s alluring beauty. The lake was first discovered in 1839 by a British businessman, P.barron, who came across the lake on a hunting expedition. The tropology of naini lake has two parts, Mallital and Tallital. The northern part is called Mallital and the southern part is called Tallital.
Naini lake is surrounded by seven hills called ayarpata (2235m), Devpata (2273m),Handi bandi(2139m), Cheena peak(2611m), Alma(2270m), Laria kanta(2481m) and sher-ka-danda(2217m).
Naini lake is located at the heart of nainital city and can be reach easily from kathgodam(35km) by taxi or bus.
- The mall road in Nainital:-
The mall road is the most popular name of the city of Nainital. The busiest street during the day, the mall road along the banks of Nainital lake. The british built the mall road which passes through the center of Nainital and connects the two main ends of nainital city, maillital and tallital. Tourists and locals love to stroll through the mall in the evening to enjoy the beauty of naini lake.
Being a commercial hub, the mall road is overcrowded. There are many hotels, restaurants, banks, travel agencies and shops to surprise the visitors. But during the peak season in may-June, the mall road is closed for vehicles so that tourists can enjoy a croed-free walk in the mall road.
The shops at mall road specialize in unique candles of various shapes and sizes. There are many shops selling wooden artefacts, handicraft items, handmade handlooms and shawls.
Note- mall road is completely no parking zone. Traffic is restricted during the season from 6pm-9pm.
- Raj bhawan in Nainital :-
Raj bhawan, also known as the Governor’s House, is a British-era building, which now serves as the residence of the governor of Uttarakhand. The architect of the governor’s house was F.W. stevens who came from Bombay with engineers. F.O. Ortel and H.S.Wildbood. The Raj bhawan was constructed between 1897-1900. Raj bhawan known for for it’s splendid appearance and charming old-fashioned architecture, the Raj bhawan in Nainital previously served as the summer residence of British governors.
The raj bhawan is a two-storeyed building with 113 rooms which was used by the british as a summer residence. British VIP’s and guests stayed at the raj bhawan during in Victorian gothic style as a replica of Buckingham place.
Note-The raj bhawan is closed on Sunday and all national holidays.
Entry ticket for Raj bhawan
Raj bhawan -50rs
Raj bhawan golf course – 450rs.
Raj bhawan ia located at 3km from mall raod of nainital city.
- Tiffin top in Nainital :-
A popular picnic spot in Nainital, Tiffin top (also known as Dorothy’s seat) perched on the Ayarpatta hills offers a spectacular 360 degree view of the city of Nainital and the surrounding hills of the kumaon region. Apart from being a picnic spot amidst the serene and serene environment, Tiffin Top is a delight for photographers. It’s a must see for those who enjoy the the calling of nature and love to capture the divine beauty of nature in photographic shots. Since Tiffin top is at a distance of 4km from Nainital city. Tourists can have a witness birds eye view from tiffin top.
Dorothy’s seat was built by British Army officer Calonel J.P. Kellett, DSO MC, city of London regiment in memory of his wife, an English artist, Dorothy Kellett, after she died of septicemia on a ship bound for England. 4 children Elizabeth, Joan, Barbara and Richard. He was buried at sea in the red sea in 1936.
Entry type – Free entry
Round trip pony(Horse riding) charge from mall road 500rs-700rs.
Timing for visit Tiffin Top – 8:00AM – 5:30PM
- Eco cave garden in Nainital :-
Eco cave garden is a newly developed tourist destination in Nainital. It consider of many natural interconnected caves of various animals. Hanging gardens make this place more attractive. Children’s educational tour is the best option to visit Eco cave gardens.
Eco cave garden is managed by kumaon mandal vikas nigam. If offers tourist and children a glimpse of Himalayan wildlife through several animal caves. Different sized caves have been made for different animals which look like natural habitat. Tiger cave, Panther cave, Bat cave, Squirrel cave, Flying fox cave and Vanar cave are to name a few of the caves in Eco cave garden. Kids love these informative caves because all the caves are full of adventure and fun. A musical fountain is also present at Echo cave gardens, but it is only operational during peak season.
Eco cave garden timing – 9:30AM TO 05:30PM
Eco cave garden Entrance fee –
Adult fee- 20rs
Children fee – 10rs
Camera Fee -25rs
Eco cave garden is located in Sukhatal, Mallital area of Nainital city.
