Nainital ? Lake District of Uttarakhand

Nainital is one of the most loved and highly visited hill stations of India. The region is widely renowned for its various lakes which have led to the region being known as the ‘Lake District of Uttarakhand’. Nainital has also derived its name from one of the highly revered lakes of the region called the Naini Lake.

Nainital is endowed with mesmerizing natural beauty that offers the apt holiday destination for all the nature lovers and the stressed city souls looking for a place of peace and tranquility to relax and rejuvenate. Nainital sits at the Kumaon foothills of the outer Himalayas in Uttarakhand. Nainital actually sits in a valley containing a pear shaped lake surrounded by mountains all over. Perched up high at an altitude of 1,938 m above sea level, Nainital enjoys magnificent views of the plains and the ridges surrounding the area.

In terms of tourists there is only a limited point of interests in the region; however, it is not sightseeing that attracts tourists to the region but, the quaint and charming surroundings.

Some of the tourist attractions that are present in the region include Snow View, Nanda Devi Temple and St. John in the Wilderness, Tiffin Top, Gurney House, Guano Hills, Naina Lake and Sariyatal among others. Tourists can also enjoy various adventure sports activities in the region. The picturesque surroundings of the region offer the perfect backdrop and opportunity to indulge in various adventure sports. Some of the activities offered in the region include trekking, hiking, boating, camping, rappelling, mountaineering and much more. Nainital enjoying salubrious climate hosts multitude of tourists all through the year and as such there are plenty of great quality hotels in Nainital offering quality lodging facilities along with various services and facilities for the ease and comfort of the travelers visiting the region.

Nainital is also well connected to the rest of the state and also the country quite comfortably.

The only direct link to Nainital is provided by the roadway transportation; however, the infrastructures of nearby regions fill in the void. The closest airport from the region is located at Pant Nagar sitting at a distance of mere 2 km, while the nearest railhead from Nainital is the Kathgodam Railway Station sitting at a distance of approx 35 km. Tourists willing to shell out a little extra bucks should opt for the aerial route which is not only the fastest but also most comfortable.

A short video from a recent walk/wild camp in the Lake District. The walk started at Braithwaite where we continued to Causey Pike. From Causey Pike we summited Scar Crags, Sail, Crag Hill (Eel Crag) then onto Grasmoor itself. The following day we reached Whiteless Pike and Wandope followed by Hopegill Head, Whiteside and finally Grisedale Pike.
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Nainital Hotels Accommodation in the Lake district of India

Located in the Naini Lake, Nainital is also known as the lake district of Uttarkhand. Known for its wildlife sanctuaries and adventurous activities, Nainital attracts tourists all over the world. As it is surrounded by mountains, you can enjoy magnificent sights and breath-taking views of the plain to the south bounded by the snowy peaks of the Himalayas.

In Hindu Mythology, the spot where the eyes of the goddess Parvati fell as she was carried by Lord Shiva came to be known as Nain-tal or lake of the eye, making it a sacred city for the locals residing in this hill-station. Private taxi and Bus services are easily available to the people that wish to visit Nainital. Some of the Nainital Hotels are listed below.

Shervani Hill Top

The Shervani Hill Top is located 2 km from Mall road and 35 km from Kathgodam railway station, and it is centrally located in Nainital.

The Shervani Hill Top hotel has been categorized as a 4 star hotel. 35 rooms are available in this resort, offering a large number of facilities such as hardwood floors, high-quality furnishing, attached baths and cable connections along with room service.

The majestic view of the town from the resort is unforgettable. A wide range of cuisines such as Indian, Chinese, and Continental are offered to the guests staying at the Shervani Hill Top. Live Barbeque and Fun-filled bonfires are set up in the hotel with the background of the star-studded sky along with music to enjoy the cold weather of the winter season and the reasonably pleasant evening in the summers.

The Courtyard bar of this hotel has the finest collection of liquor, which includes wine, whiskey, vodka, cocktails, rum and much more. The ambience is very modern and the soothing music cannot make this bar a more perfect place to relax after a tiring day of sight-seeing and travelling. The Shervani Hill Top hotel will make your stay at Nainital a memorable one.

Rewa Retreat

Rewa Retreat, which is one of the famous hotels in Nainital, offers both comfortable accommodation and modern amenities. It is situated in Bhowali, which is 15 km from Nainital. This place is located along a stream, making it an ideal place for vacation. You can choose from Premier rooms, Premier studio rooms and Deluxe suites. This hotel is great value for money, and it is located away from the crowds. The room amenities include tea/coffee maker, TV, Wi-Fi and Internet access, fireplace, and room heater.

 

While camping in the Lake District, this was a frequent view...
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Bhimtal Lake in Nainital - The Lake District of India

The Bhimtal Lake arises in the town Bhimtal, Uttrakhand, India. It is referred as the largest lake in the real lake district of the country with an island in the center. The Bhimtal Lake is a perennial lake i.e. it not only supports the wide range of aquatic animals but also provides the rest place to many Trans Himalayan Birds. The lake is located at the distance of about 22 km from the city Nainital and is situated at an altitude of 1370 meters. It lies in the Northern Region of India and is surrounded by the gigantic Kumaoun Hills. It is believed that the lake was named after the Bhim, second pandava in the epic Mahabharata. It is among the category of largest lakes in the city Nainital and is the second largest in Kumaoun. It is also a popular tourist spot in Nainital. There is an island in the center of this lake with a restaurant on top of this island which has increased the beauty of this lake manifolds.

The months April to July and September to October are considered as the best time of the year to visit this lake. Related to its origin, many geologists believe that the series of faults due to the movements of Earth’s crust is actually responsible for the arrival of this lake. Due to some worst circumstances, the Surface Drainage was blocked and this resulted in the formation of this lake. The lake has wide variety of flora and fauna with the thick forests of oak and pine covering the hill slopes surrounding the lake. The Emerald Dove, the bulbul, the wall creeper, the Black Eagle and the Tawny fish owl are amongst the most popular species, which are found in the nearby areas of Bhimtal Lake.

Around the Bhimtal Lake, there is a destination spot known as Bhowali. It is located at the altitude of 1706 m above sea level. The place is known for the pleasant and healthy climatic conditions throughout the year. Besides the rich variety of gardens and orchards, the snow-capped mountains also help in enhancing the beauty of this place. However, it is most commonly known as Hill Fruit Mart because of the wide range of fruits existing in this place.

The Kainchi, Gorkhakhal and the Bhimeshwar Temple complex are the other popular picnic spots in the nearby areas of this lake. The Kainchi is situated on Almora Road and is well known for its pilgrimage spot. It is also known for the famous temple called Karauli Baba built in twentieth century and is manufactured at an altitude of 1400m. Every year the temple is visited by thousands of visitors. The place Gorkhakhal is well known for the temple of Lord Golla. The Sainik School of the city is also quite popular among the visitors. The Bhimeshwar Temple established on the bank of lake is another attraction of the place. It is believed that Bhim visited this temple during the exile period.

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