Nainital City Tour Guide - Uttranchal

This charming hill station of Uttaranchal (former Uttar Pradesh), situated at an altitude of 1,938 metres, has many villas, bungalows, and a number of other sites of tourist importance. It is said that the name of the place has been derived from the Naini Lake that lies just in the middle of the town.., it was in 1841 when an Englishman named Barron chanced upon the lake. Fascinated by the scenic beauty of the lake and thickly forested hills, he constructed a house here. By 1858, Nainital became a well-known hill station, and within a few years it became the summer seat of the provincial government. The climate of Nainital is cool and pleasant. The best season to visit this place is during summer between March and June.


Nainital Facts:

• Area 11.73 sq. km
• Population 29,837
• Altitude 1938 metres above sea level
• Languages Hindi, Kumaoni, English
• STD Code 05942
• Best time to visit Between March and June and mid-September to October

Tourist Attractions in Nainital

The hill station of Nainital offers a wonderful retreat from the hectic life of towns and cities. The high-rising Himalayas, the tree-covered hillsides, beautiful walks and enchanting lakes mesmerize all those who visit this place. Some of the interesting spots that can be visited here are Snow View, Naini Peak, Dorothy’s seat, Land’s end, Hanuman Garhi, State Observatory and the Mall.

Tourist Attractions around Nainital

A major attraction around Nainital is the Corbett National Park, one of the finest national parks in the country. Besides Corbett, Mukteshwar, Sat Tal, Almora, Ranikhet, Kasauni, Ramnagar and Naukuchiya Tal can be places worth a visit.