Known for its romantic ambiance and picturesque surroundings, Nainital is a famous hill station of North India. Nestled in the Himalayan foothills of Uttaranchal, Nainital is affectionately dubbed as the 'Lake Paradise'. It is also one of the famous honeymoon destinations of India. This destination also holds mythological importance. According to the legend the Naini Lake in Nainital is the place where the charred body of Sati (Parvati) fell on earth while being carried by Lord Shiva. The spot where Sati's eyes (nain) fell came be to known as Nainital.

Some of the main attractions of Nainital are:

Naini Lake

Naini Lake is the most famous attraction of this destination. It is a pear-shaped lake, which is very mesmerizing. Surrounded by hills, this lake is one of the 64 Shakti Peeths. Located on its bank is the Naina Devi Temple, which is dedicated to Goddess Shakti. Boating facility is also available at this lake. Cursing through the waters of the lake is a mind-boggling experience.

Naini Peak

Towering to a height of 2611 m, the Naini Peak is the highest peak of Nainital. From here you can enjoy overwhelming views of its surroundings. Popularly known as China Peak, it is accessible by ponies or horses.

Bhim Tal

This is a beautiful lake in Nainital with an island. It got its name from the second Pandava brother Bhima in the great Hindu epic Mahabharata. It is larger than the Naini lake and is located at an altitude of 1,370 m. It is a great spot to visit.

Snow View Point

It is the perfect place if you wish to great your senses with the breathtaking views of the Northern Himalayan ranges.

When it comes to shopping, Nainital is synonymous with colorful candles. It is also famous for its Tibetan market where a variety of items such as junk jewelery, bags, scarves, woolen socks, shawls, shoes and watches are available at bargained price.