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Trip to Nainital

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Nainital, a Himalayan resort town in India's Uttarakhand state, is situated at a height of approximately 2,000m. In the past a British slope station, it's set around Nainital Lake, a well-known sailing site with Naina Devi Hindu Temple on its north shore. A link auto races to Snow View perception point, with vistas over the town and mountains including Nanda Devi, Uttarakhand's most astounding pinnacle.  It was the period of September and a stormy season. I and my significant other were getting ready for an occasion. I was astonished when my significant other revealed to me that we will go to Nainital on the grounds that there are numerous other slope stations which we could have picked. Still I was glad since we were going out for an occasion and I was minimal inquisitive about Nainital, in light of the fact that I had never been there.  The excursion started from New Delhi; we boarded Shatabdi at Anand Vihar at 6am and following six hours we achieved Kathgodam

All you need to know about the Naini Lake

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Situated in the middle of the city of Nainital in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, Naini Lake is number one in the list of top tourists' attractions in Nainital. Due to these, the considerable number of hotels in Nainital mall road near the lake has come up over the years. 1. Location The kidney-shaped Naini Lake is located amidst picturesque mountains on three sides. On the northwestern side, there is Naini Peak southwestern side there is Tiffin Point and snowcapped Himalayan Mountains on the north.  2. History Naini Lake was discovered by English businessman Mr. P Baron while he was on a hunting expedition. In Hindu scriptures like Skanda Purana, the lake is mentioned as TririshiSarovar. It is believed in Hindu mythology, that three great sages Atri, Pulastya, and Pulana who used to meditate in this place dug a hole and it got filled up by water to form the Naini Lake. 3. Activities to Indulge In Boating is very popular among the tourists visiting the p

Naina Devi Shakti Peeth: A symbol of devotion and belief

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Shakti Peeths bear a significant importance among Hindu’s. Devoted to Goddess Sati, one of the 51 Shakti Peeths is the Naina Devi Temple of Nainital. You could plan a comfortable stay at one of the  best resorts in Nainital  while paying a visit to this magnificent temple. 1.    Story According to Hindu Mythology, after Devi Sati sacrificed her body, Lord Shiva carried her burnt corpse, while her body parts landed at various locations now regarded as Shakti Peeths. Naina Devi temple is devoted to Devi Sati’s eyes which are considered to have landed on this holy ground.  2.    History According to historical records, the temple was first built in the 15th century, followed by Moti Ram Shah’s contribution of Naina Devi’s idol in 1842. Though the temple was reduced to ruins by successive landslides, the devotion of its believers brought it back to life. 3.    Best Time to visit Innumerable devotees visit the temple for the blessing of the Goddess and worship the ido

Everything you Need to Know About The Naini Lake in Nainital

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Naini Lake in Nainital, Uttarakhand is a beautiful freshwater lake surrounded by seven beautiful hills. Nainital is one of the famous hill station of India that helps tourists to rejuvenate and get break from monotonous life. The presence of affordable Hotels in Nainital mall road makes this lake a popular one among the tourists. •    History The Naini Lake in Nainital is also known as Tririshi Sarovar which means the lake of the three sagas. It is believed that once three sages named Atri, Pulastya and Pulaha stopped here during their pilgrimage and to drink water they dug up a hole here. •    How to reach? Naini Lake is located in the middle of the Nainital city. The nearest railway station is at Kathgodam. It’s just a few walks away if you are staying in some Nainital hotels near Naini Lake . •    Activities One Can Enjoy Boating is a favorite pastime for tourists visiting this lake. Different types of boats are available for rent from simple pedal boats to gondola-