8 attractions you must visit in Nainital
With its beautiful emerald lake, green hills and old cottages, it’s not hard to imagine why Nainital is among the most popular hill stations in India. With other lakes such as Bhimtal, Sattal and Naukuchiatal in the vicinity, it is also a part of the ‘lake district’ of the Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. Nainital’s charms include everything from boating to old temples to heritage buildings, and of course, scenic views at every other step.
Naini Lake
This beautiful lake lies at the heart of Nainital, with its waters reflecting the colour of the surrounding green hills. The hill station itself is divided into parts: Mallital, the northern side of the lake, and Tallital, the southern end of the lake.
Naini Lake
This beautiful lake lies at the heart of Nainital, with its waters reflecting the colour of the surrounding green hills. The hill station itself is divided into parts: Mallital, the northern side of the lake, and Tallital, the southern end of the lake.
Raj Bhawan
Also known as Governor’s House, this was the official residence of the Governor of North-West Province in colonial India. It is now the residence of the Uttarakhand Governor, and is one of the few Raj Bhawans open to the public.
Gurney House
Located on Ayarpatta Hill, this beautiful cottage was the former residence of British hunter, conservationist, and beloved writer Jim Corbett.
Govind Ballabh Pant High Altitude Zoo
This well-kept zoo houses several high-altitude animals such as the Himayan black bear, the Siberian tiger, the hill fox, along with other species such as wolves, palm civet cats, ghorals, barking deer and sambhar.
Tiffin Top
Situated at a height of 2,292 metres in the Ayarpatta region, the Tiffin Top peak provides panoramic views of the Himalayas.
Snow View
With a towering height of 2,270 metres, this hilltop is an old tourist favourite for its beautiful views of the surrounding hills and aerial ropeway.
Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences
This astronomical observatory is located on the Manora peak, and is the perfect place to indulge in star-gazing.
