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Within panoramic Kumaon lies the district of Nainital. Its snow-capped peaks, verdant valleys, rolling meadows and crystal lakes have beckoned lovers of nature since ages.Dotted with lakes, Nainital has earned the epithet of 'Lake District' of India. The most prominent of the lakes is Naini Lake ringed by hills and named after the Goddess Naini.
The first recorded discovery goes back to the year 1841 when Mr. P. Barron of Shahajahanpur was so moved by the scenic splendour of the place that he had a house constructed by the name "Pilgrim Cottage and gradually a township sprung up around the lake.
Season : Accessible round the year.
General Information
Area: 11.73 sq. kms.
Population: 30,951 (1991 Census)
Altitute: 1938 mts.
Clothing :
Summer- Cottons/ light woollens
Winter - Heavy Woollens
Languages : Hindi, Kumaoni and English
Shopping :
Main Markets
Mallital Bazar
Tallital Bazar
Tibetan Market, Near Naina Devi Temple, Mallital.
Local Handicrafts
Gupta Gift Emporium, Bara Bazar, Mallital, Phone: 35431
Collection : Cane Sticks, Candles, Wood Crafts etc.
Hill Top Tourist Point, The Mall, Nainital, Phone : 35338,
Collection : Cane Sticks, Candles, Wood Crafts etc.
Kashtha Kala Kendra, Chorekhet ( Khurpatal)
Collection: All types of wood crafts.
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Location: Nainital is located in the Gharwal region of Uttaranchal.
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Climate: Surrounded by the hills and dense pine forests, Nainital has a moderate climate even in summers. The temperature rarely goes beyond 25°C in the day, while in winter it gets very chilly. Often mist, dark clouds and rains obscure a bright sunny day. During the monsoons, between July and September, Nainital experiences heavy monsoon showers, with temperatures dropping abruptly.
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When To Go: March to June; September to October
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STD Code: 05942
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Places Near By: Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Auli, Ranikhet, Nainital, Kausani, Dhanolti, Almora
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