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1. Naini Lake
Naini Lake is a natural freshwater lake located amidst spectacular hills in the city of Nainital. It is tectonic in origin and looks like a crescent moon when seen from a bird’s eye view. Considered to be the largest and most popular among the many lakes of the Kumaon region, this lake is a great romantic place. Apart from the popular boat ride in the lake, you can also spend some leisure time strolling along the lake shore.
2. High Altitude Zoo
Pandit G.B. Pant High Altitude Zoo is located on Sherkadanda hill in Nainital. Situated at an altitude of 2,100 meters above sea level, the zoo is spread over 4.6 hectares and is the only high altitude zoo in India. Situated between the Shivalik and Central Himalayan mountain ranges, the site is covered with magnificent flora and fauna. It was established in 1984 and opened to visitors in 1995.
3. Eco Cave Gardens
Eco Cave Gardens is a network of interconnected natural underground caves and hanging gardens. Located on Kaladungi Road near Sukhatal, the gardens offer an exciting journey of narrow winding roads and cavernous caves. This place has a beautiful garden with musical fountains. Strolling through the expanse of the garden and passing through the underground cave certainly makes for an exciting family or outing with friends.
4. Goddess Naina Devi Temple
Naina Devi Temple is one of the 51 Shaktipeeths of Hinduism. Situated on the northern end of the famous Nainital Lake, this temple depicts Goddess Naina in the form of her two eyes. According to Hindu mythology, this is the place where the eyes of the burnt body of Goddess Sati fell when Lord Shiva was carrying her dead body. Since then, the goddess is worshiped in the form of eyes at this place. A large number of devotees and tourists visit the temple during various festivals and fairs.
5. Snow View Point
Snow View Point is one of the most visited tourist places in Nainital, offering an excellent view of the 350 km long range of snow-capped Himalayas. Situated at an altitude of 2270 metres, it is well connected by road and can also be reached by taking an adventurous ride on the aerial ropeway from Mallital. There are small shops selling tea and snacks at Snow View Point.
6. Mukteshwar Temple
Mukteshwar Temple also known as ‘Mukteshwardham’, is a 350 year old Shiva temple, located at the highest point (2,312 m) of Nainital. The temple has a white marble Shivalinga surrounded by statues of Brahma, Vishnu and many other Hindu deities. It is believed that couples come here to pray with earthen lamps in their hands, seeking blessings for their children. Situated amidst exquisite natural beauty, this temple is a pleasure to visit and enjoy a spiritual and cultural experience.
7. Tiffin Top
Tiffin Top is a beautiful picnic spot situated at an altitude of 2290 meters on Ayarpatta Hill. It is also called Dorothy’s Seat in memory of Mrs. Kellett Dorothy (wife of a British Army officer) who died in an air crash, later her husband developed this place. Tiffin Top means having packed food, so tourists like to come to this place with packed lunch and spend the afternoon peacefully with friends or family. The place is also very popular among painters and photographers as they seek some inspiration from nature for their artworks.
8. Khurpataal
Khurpatal, situated at an altitude of 1600 meters above sea level, is a beautiful place just a short distance from Nainital. Due to the high altitude, most of the tourists visiting this area know little about it and thus it has turned into a hidden paradise in the hills for tourists. The place is blessed with stunning natural beauty and peaceful environment.
9. Naina Peak
Naina Peak, located 6 kilometers away from the city, is the highest peak in the city with a height of 2611 meters. This place was also called Cheena Peak, which was named after Cheena Baba and was also known as China Peak. From this a beautiful view of Nanda Devi is also visible. Naini Peak offers a wonderful view of the snow-capped Himalayas which can be easily seen from Monkey Punch.
10. Kainchi Dham
Kainchi Dham is a modern pilgrimage center located 17 km from Nainital. The word Kainchi means two sharp turns of a motor road in the local dialect and hence it is given this name. Maharajji inaugurated the Hanuman temple in the middle of June and hence every year in the middle of June there is a Bhandara, which feeds more than a lakh people. It is a religious place and thousands of devotees visit this place every year. Western people and devotees spend quality time with Maharajji who lived here and also performed yagyas.