Nainital, Uttarakhand, India is one of the most popular hill stations of
India. It is famous for its lake, after which it is named. The town has a
population of 38,560 (2001 est.). Set amidst the towering peaks of the
Kumaon Hills, the lake resort of Nainital has a lot to offer. From boating
to feeding animals at the zoo; from picnicking on the hills to exploring
Jim Corbett's home, Nainital has all that you could hope for in a hill
station. Nainital is set in two parts, Tallital and Mallital, with the
lake separating them. Tallital is the southern side of the lake, while
Mallital consists of the northern upper reaches. The town was destroyed
during the Landslip of 1880, and later rebuilt by the British. It is
renowned for its lake, bird's-eye views, and prestigous educational
institutions. Nainital, also known as Lake District of Uttarakhand, is
named after the goddess Naina Devi. It is located around Naini Lake in
Uttarakhand. If you are planning to feel tourism of Nainital [3], the best
time to visit there in between May to July, the summer time in India. The
weather in Nainital is quite pleasant. Summers are mildly warm and
temperatures may reach 22 C. During winter, temperatures may be sub-zero.
The town receives snowfall during December and January.
