BEST 5 PLACE TO VISIT IN NAINITAL

1. NAINITAL LAKE PLACE TO VISIT IN NAINITAL

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Nainital, the land of beautiful lakes and sceneries, has many must-visit places around Nainital Lake (Naini Lake). Let’s look at five of the best places you might want to visit near Nainital Lake:

1. Naini Peak (Cheena Peak)

Distance: About 10 kilometers from Nainital Lake

• Highlights: Naini Peak is the highest point in Nainital and offers excellent, panoramic views of the town, lake, and surrounding Himalayan peaks snow-capped. It is a favorite trekking destination for adventure enthusiasts.

2. Tiffin Top (Dorothy’s Seat)

Distance: About 4 km from Nainital Lake.

• Hillock View: Scenic dining spot with panoramic views of the Himalayas and the town of Nainital. Tiffin Top accessible by easy trek or horse ride from the lake. A nature lover’s and photographer’s paradise.
  Snow View Point
  Distance: Approximately 3 km from Nainital Lake by cable car only.
• Highlights: The views at Snow View Point are spectacular and you can see Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Nanda Kot peak through them. You can reach here in ropeway or trek up to witness the breathtaking panorama.

4. Mall Road

• Distance: Situated adjacent to Nainital Lake
  Highlight: Mall Road follows the lake: one of the busiest places in Nainital, a perfect place for a beautiful walk. It is teeming with shops, cafes, and restaurants selling local handicrafts, food, and souvenirs.

5. Naina Devi Temple

On the northern shore of Nainital Lake.

Highlights: Very sacred Hindu temple devoted to Goddess Naina Devi. The temple is of great religious significance and offers a quiet background against the beautiful lake scenery.
These are locations that provide adventure, nature, spirituality, and local culture all along the side of Nainital Lake, hence their importance for visitation.

2. NAINITAL ZOO PLACE TO VISIT IN NAINITAL

Nainital Zoo is generally known as Pt. G.B. Pant High Altitude Zoo. It comprises several species of animals and birds and is one of the most visited attractions in Nainital. While you tour the zoo, do not forget to see the following five great places nearby:

1. Naina Devi Temple
   Approximately 2 km from Nainital Zoo
   Special Features: One of the most revered temples is located on the northern bank of Naini Lake. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Naina Devi. The surroundings are peaceful along with the scenic beauty of the lake. It is a good place for spiritual awakening.

2. Naini Lake

Distance: Approximately 2.5 km from Nainital Zoo

• HIGHLIGHTS: Great for boating and an ambling stroll around the lake, one of India’s most famed lakes, Naini Lake abounds in lush green hills and has been the heart of tourism.

1. Eco Cave Gardens About 3 km from Nainital Zoo.

• Highlights: Eco Cave Gardens offers a series of interlinked caves and hanging gardens that add to the fun and adventure of the visitor, especially families. It gives a peep into the unknown and is the best place for kids.

4. Tiffin Top (Dorothy’s Seat)

Located about 4.5 km from Nainital Zoo

• HIGHLIGHTS: It is a fantastic view, and provides the town with the panoramic sight of the Himalayas, making it great for hiking and nature photography. It is also an excellent picnic spot.

5. **Snow View Point

• From Nainital Zoo: about 3.5 km
• Highlights: Rechered by cable car or trekking, Snow View Point offers breathtaking views of the snow-clad Himalayan ranges, Nanda Devi and Trishul among them. It should definitely be included in any tour for those who fall in love with mountains and can boast some of the best vistas around Nainital.

Nainital Zoo has these special spots near it, a mix of nature, adventure, and relaxation, which makes it ideal for having a complete experience of Nainital.

3. NAINA DEVI TEMPLE PLACE TO VISIT IN NAINITAL

The Naina Devi Temple is one of the highly worshipped Hindu temples in Nainital, situated at the northern end of Naini Lake. There are quite a number of places to visit after this temple visit. Here are the five best places to be visited near Naina Devi Temple:

1. Naini Lake

• Distance: Side by side with the temple
• Highlights: Naini Lake is the hub of Nainital and offers great vistas, boating, and the relaxed ambiance. It is the ideal place for a peaceful walk along its banks or a scenic boat ride.

2. Mall Road

• Distance: Less than 500 meters from Naina Devi Temple.
• Top things: Mall Road is the most crowded road running on the shore of Naini Lake. It has shops, restaurants, and cafes. It is one of the suggested shopping places for local handicrafts. Its cuisine is also recommended, or it can be visited as a simple sidewalk stroll.

3. Tibet Market (Bhotia Market)

• Distance: About 300 meters from Naina Devi Temple
• Highlights: Tibet Market is a place of repute for woolen clothes, shawls, handicrafts, and souvenirs, which are situated near the temple. This is a good place to get authentic goods and good views at the local shopping experience.

4. Snow View Point

• Distance: 2.5 km from Naina Devi Temple; there is also cable car service.
• High Points: Snow View Point boasts spectacular views of the Himalayas with snow such as Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Nanda Kot. It can be reached by the excitement of a cable car ride which also provides Nainital scenic views.

5. Tiffin Top (Dorothy’s Seat)

Distance About 4 km from Naina Devi Temple.

• Viewpoints: This being a very popular view point, provides a breathtaking view of Nainital and its outlying hills. A good place for nature lovers and photographers alike; trekkers love it since the climb up to the top is rather short.

These places are easily reachable from Naina Devi Temple and provide a mix of scenic beauty, shopping, and adventure to the tourists visiting Nainital.

4. SATTAL PLACE TO VISIT IN NAINITAL

Sattal is a series of seven interlinked freshwater lakes, the closest being near Nainital. It is serene and beautiful in itself and possesses a quality of natural beauty and peacefulness found nowhere else. And so, while you are at Sattal, do visit the following five great places that are near you.

1. Butterfly Research Centre and Museum

• Distance: About 1 km from Sattal Lake
• Highlights: It has more than 2,500 butterfly species as well as other insects. This is an excellent place for nature lovers and one who wants to know more about the fauna of this region.

2. **Subhash Dhara

It is located at a distance of around 1.5 km from Sattal

• Highlights: Fresh water spring, located within the thick forest area of Sattal. Extremely calm resting place, engulfed in as much greenery as possible with crystal clear water.

1. Garur Tal
   • Distance: Approx 2 km from Sattal Lake.

• Highlights: Of the seven lakes of Sattal, there is less-known and as pretty as Garur Tal. It is a secluded place, those who want to view nature in isolation with a potential for birding and photography.

4. Naukuchiatal Lake

• Distance: About 10 km from Sattal
• Highlights: Naukuchiatal is larger and more tranquil compared to others in the surroundings; it is also referred to as the “lake with nine corners.” Boating, kayaking, and fishing are enjoyed here accompanied by a highly scenic view of the hills in the backdrop.

5. Methodist Ashram

Distance : Around 1 km from Sattal Lake
Highlights: A place that belongs to history, surrounded by quite atmosphere, and is known for its serene environment and colonial architectures. This is a great spot for meditation, quiet walks, and reflecting in the embrace of nature.

The places around Sattal offer adventure, peace, and beauty of nature and are thus apt for a relaxed yet very fulfilling trip to the region.

5. CORBETT FALLS PLACE TO VISIT IN NAINITAL

Corbett Falls is a serene waterfall located near Nainital, amidst dense forests. While visiting Corbett Falls, go ahead and visit all these five spots within the proximity, which themselves form a beautiful addition to any trip into the nature:

1. Jim Corbett National Park

• Distance: Approximately 25 km from Corbett Falls
• Hight Lights: This is Jim Corbett National Park, one of the oldest and one of the most ancient national parks in India, housing a total of Bengal tigers, elephants, leopards, along with different birds. Here you can enjoy jungle safaris, bird watching, nature walks, etc.

2. Kaladhungi

This is about 4 km from Corbett Falls.

• Highlights: Kaladhungi is a small town famous for the Jim Corbett Museum, which was erstwhile Jim Corbett’s residence, the legendary hunter-turned-conservationist. The museum has information about his life and that of the Indian wildlife.
   

3. Garjia Devi Temple

• It is about 35 km from Corbett Falls.
• Spot Highlights : Garjia Devi Temple: Goddess Garjia is worshipped here, on the bank of the river Kosi; it happens to be one of the holiest places for the local Kumaoni people. The temple is situated on a large rock in the middle of the river Kosi, with a panoramic view and peaceful surroundings.

4. Sitabani Forest Reserve

About 20 km from Corbett Falls

• Top Attractions: Sitabani Forest Reserve is for nature lovers who do not want the noise of Jim Corbett National Park. It is a great place for enjoyment at scenic beauty, rich avifauna, and the occasional glimpse of wildlife. It is said to be the place where Sita from the Ramayana stayed during her time in the forests.

1. Bhimtal Lake: It is the largest lake in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand, and formed when a portion of the Dhanachuli Peak suddenly collapsed. It offers scenic boating facilities, Bhimtal Island, and the Bhitauli Village for sightseeing.

• Distance: Around 35 km from Corbett Falls
• Important Points: Much bigger and more peaceful than Naini Lake, Bhimtal Lake is a good spot for boating and for enjoying peacefulness of the surrounding hills. In the middle of the lake is an island that houses an aquarium.

These locations around Corbett Falls offer a blend of natural beauty, wildlife, and cultural heritage that make them appropriate for anyone interested in nature or seeking a quiet retreat.