Top 5 Places To Visit In Nainital, Uttarakhand

                Top 5 Places To Visit In Nainital, Uttarakhand

Nanital is a famous hill station situated in Kumaon Division of Uttarakhand state, at the height of 2000 metre above the ocean level. This Himalayan lodge city is set around the Nainital Lake, which is one of the attractions in all five lakes. Nainital is a sparkling gem in the Himalayan neckband, blessed with natural scenic views and natural assets. The Naina Peak is the altitude point of this Hill station from where you can see an amazing view of Snow covered the Himalayas.

Now we will discover some amazing picnic spots present in Nainital where we can visit during our vacations.

1. Naini Lake:

Overview:

Nainital Lake is a Kidney shape beautiful water lake set around Nainital town in Uttarakhand state.  This is a well-known lake of Kumaon division encircled by Nani Peak on Northwest end, Tiffin Point on Southwest end, and snow covered mountains on North end, you can take a pleasure of an amazing view of this lake at the time of morning and sunset. This Lake is the main attraction of all vacationers who come here throughout the nation. Along with this vacationers can also visit Nani Temple situated at the shores of this lake.

Best suited time to visit Naini Lake:

The best time to enjoy the quietness of Naini Lake is amid the long stretches of March, June, November and December when the climate is ideal for watercraft ride.

How you can reach Naini Lake:

When you have reached Nainital, the most ideal approach to investigate the place is by walking. The Naini Lake is placed near the Nainital Bus stand from where you can walk your way here. In any case, of difficulty, you can hire a cab or cycle rickshaws to reach Naini lake.

2. Naina Devi Temple:

Overview:

Naina Devi Temple is situated at the north end of Naini lake in Nainital. In 1880 this temple got demolished due to massive landslides. It again rebuilds after some time by locals in 1883. This temple is one of the most popular places of Hindu Worship where people come from across the country.

Due to the visit of Naina Devi Temple, you will locate the two eyes on the ceiling represents the Goddess Naina Devi, put in the middle with the sculptures of Goddess Kali and Lord Ganesha around it. During the journey of Naina Devi Temple, you will find many shops selling Prasad, Phool and many kinds of Holy items will welcome you on the way.

Timings to visit Naina Devi Temple:

The visiting hours of Naina Devi temple are from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM for ordinary people.

Best suited time to visit Naina Devi Temple: 

If you want to visit Naina Devi Temple then the suited time for you will be during the Navratri season at the end of the year, Shravani Mela during July to August and Chaitra Mela during March to April.

How you can reach Naina Devi Temple:

The Naina Devi Temple is situated at the highest point of Naina hillock close to the Naini Lake. This place is situated only a couple of metres distant from Nainital bus stand, if you will feel any kind of difficult to reach this place from any part of the city then you can hire a cab or auto to attain Naina Devi temple.

3. Snow View Point:

Overview:

This is the most visited place by voyagers, situated in Nainital at the height of 2270 metres above ocean level. Snow View Point is the place where you can take the advantage of watching amazing sceneries of the great Himalayas covered by the milky-white snow. This place is only 3 kilometres far from Nainital city and easily connected by road but if anyone wants to take the advantage of seeing beautiful sceneries then they should use aerial ropeway to reach Snow View Point.

If anyone wants to take a nearer look of the Himalayan ranges and its mysterious pinnacles then they can use a colossal combine of binoculars placed at the Snow View Point.

Best suited time to visit Snow View Point:

If you want to travel Snow View Point in Nainital then the best time will be amid the summers which begin the middle of the March when the temperatures run between below of 10 degrees Celsius and higher from 27 degrees Celsius. At this time you can see the amazing view of the Himalayas due to cleanliness in the weather.

How you can reach Snow View Point:

The Snow View Point is situated 3 kilometres far from the main city at the height of 2270 metres above Ocean level. The great thing about this place is its connectivity by road so if you want to reach this place then you can hire a cab from any part of the city or use aerial ropeway to reach this place, which you can find from Mallital. The advantage of travel in ropeway is, you can see the amazing view of Naini Lake and the whole city through the glass windows of the cable car.

4. Kanchi Dhaam:

Overview:

Kainchi Dham is a famous holy Hindu worship place dedicated to Lord Hanuman Ji, situated in Nainital Uttarakhand was established by a religious saint Neem Karoli Baba in 1960s. This temple is surrounded by hillocks and greenery and a river flowing near it. By coming here you will find a great relief due to the spiritual environment and the beautiful scenic views of this place.

This place is situated between two scissor shape mountains so this place is called as Kainchi Dham. The fame of this place is so great that the Ex CEO of Apple, Steve Jobs and the CEO of Facebook Mark Zuckerberg also have come here for meditation.

Best suited time to Visit Kainchi Dhaam:

This temple is open for everyone from 7 am to 6 pm daily but if you plan to visit this place then, you can visit here from Jan to June i.e at the time of mild cold, summer and before the season of rain. 

How you can reach Kainchi Dhaam:

The Kainchi Dhaam is situated on Nainital-Almora road at the distance of 17 Km from Nainital, 9 Km from Bhowali so Anyone can reach here easily by hiring a taxi or using public transport.

5. Tiffin Top:

Overview:

Tiffin Top is a famous picnic place situated on Ayarpatta hillock in Nainital, surrounded by trees of Cher, Oak and Deodar, offers a complete view of Nainital city and its close around hills of Kumaon region. This is the best place for hikers, nature photographers and for those who want to come here in search of calm and paradise environment. This place is called as a jewel of Kumaon region due to the fame of this place is not only among north Indians but also across the whole subcontinent. Adventure activities like rock climbing, Rappelling are also the main attractions of this place.

Best suited time to visit Tiffin Top:

Tiffin Top is situated at the distance of 5 Kilometres from Tallital Bus Stand so you can use public transport or hire a taxi to reach this place. You can also reach here by self-hiking or hiring a horse from Bara Pathar which will charge per person nearly INR 600-700.

How you can reach Tiffin Top:

Tiffin Top is situated at the height of 2290 metres above sea level. So if you will plan to visit this picnic spot than you should go there between March and June during which the climate is quite pleasant and favourable for sightseeing like activities.