SNOW VIEW - This popular vantage point at 2,270 metres above sea level, offers an excellent view of the northern Himalayan ranges. The point is accessible by a chair lift (ropeway) or horses and mountain ponies . From the top, with the help of powerful binoculars, a close up view of Nanda Devi, one of the highest peaks in the country is visible.

NAINI PEAK - Five kms from the lake lies the Naina Peak. At 2,611 metres, it is the highest peak bordering the lake. The peak offers a panoramic view of the resort and a stunning view of the Himalayas including Nanda Devi and the mountains on the Tibetan border.

DOROTHY’S SEAT - Four kms to the west of the lake lies Dorothy’s seat, also known as Tiffin Top. Here a seat was built by an Englishman named Kellet in the memory of his wife, who was killed in an air crash.

LAND’S END - Located on the southern border of the lake, and standing 2,881 metres high, this hill offers a view of another lake, Khurpa Tal.

HANUMAN GARHI - Three kms south of Tallital is Hanuman Garhi, where there is a small temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.

STATE OBSERVATORY - Located around one kilometre from Hanuman Garhi on the top of a ridge is the State Observatory.

THE MALL, NANITAL - The Mall is Nainital’s popular promenade and the centre of frenetic activity especially in the late afternoons.




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