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Known for its scenic beauty and beautiful lakes, Nainital is truly a tourist’s delight. Nainital (situated in the state of Uttarakhand) is just 304 kms away from Delhi, the capital of India and approximately 400 kms from Lucknow . The easiest way to reach Nainital is by train. Kathgodam is the nearest railway station to Nainital and well connected with Delhi, Lucknow and Calcutta. A train from Delhi can take you to Kathgodam, “The Gateway of Kumaon Hills” and one hour drive (either by bus or by taxi) from there to Nainital would be well enough to gladden your hearts. The whole route is surrounded by lofty hills and greenery and one feels as if it’s a paradise on earth.

The splendid beauty of Nainital is incomparable with any other hill station. Exquisite lakes and charming forest trails are the major attractions of the place. Cool air of mountains, greenery all around and picturesque scenery would be able to rejuvenate your minds. Nainital has many tourist spots that make it a perfect holiday destination. Star attraction of Nainital is Naini Lake. Many mythological stories are attached with it and the famous Naini temple is situated at the shores of the lake. Devotees visiting this temple follow the tradition of tying bells and pray for the grant of their wishes. Naini lake also offers you some exciting options to enjoy like boating, yachting and paddling. The lake has two ends, one is Tallital the starting point and another is Mallital the higher one. Small shops from where you can buy the local stuff at reasonable price surround Lake, Small cottages and villas situated near the lake give it a very attractive look. During the late evening hours, glittering lights surrounding the lake provide a triumphant view of sparkling lake water.

If apart from lakes you are fond of heights then Snow View Point can offer you a thrilling experience. It’s one of the coldest places in Nainital. The view of snow capped mountains holds you spell bound. The environment here is very refreshing and chilly too. Cable car is the most adventurous way to reach this place. This is one of the best places for photography. After having a cup of tea and some pakoda’s from the small snack shops you can move further to Naina Peak which is known as the highest point in Nainital. The serenity of the place is exceptional. From here the proud standing hills of Nepal can be viewed but binoculars are really needed. The cold breeze and the scenic beauty of the place help a lot to overcome your tiredness.

Religious souls can get a lot of peace and calm in the temples of Nainital. Naina Devi is the most frequently visited temple. Hanuman Garhi is also one of the famous temples of Nainital. A visit there would be very peaceful for your heart and soul. And for those who are fond of plants must give a visit to Sanjay Park, The Botanical Garden. Here one can find the rare species of plants and that would be a different experience. After such a fabulous tour of the city one can take a stroll at the Mall Road. It is in the heart of city and famous as a shopping and eating hub. Mall Road offers to shopping freaks stuff like woolen garments, handicrafts, wooden items and specially made wax candles of different shapes and sizes. For the food lovers, Mall Road is the ultimate destination. Restaurants like Kwality, Sher-e-punjab, Prem restaurant, Shiva etc. are some of the places that offer multi-cuisine food to satisfy your taste buds. The famous Burnash Sherbet of Nainital would be able to give you relief from asthma, hypertension and heat stroke.

In such a big city of Nainital the list of tourist spots is never ending. If the time permits then tourists can visit the local zoo, observatory and the famous St. Johns Church. As far as the stay in Nainital is concerned you would be able to get accommodation starting from budget hotels and resorts like Hotel Pushpak,Earl’s Court, Hotel Krishna etc. to five star hotels like Manu Maharani, Shervani Hilltop Inn, Vikram Vintage Inn and many more. Nainital offers standards comparable to any modern day city and has all the facilities for tourist’s convenience. This city is also very rich in culture and traditions.

A sojourn in the midst of the greenery and hills would be an enthralling experience for anybody. The pleasant breeze of the hills and the sweet clear water of the springs make this “City of lakes” a dream destination for all. So, next time when you plan for a vacation keep Nainital on the top of the list.