//
Photo: Incorelabs, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Naini Lake is set amidst seven mountains that surround this stagnant water pool and high peaks that almost touch the sky.
Naini Tal, also known as Naini Lake, is a natural freshwater body, situated amidst the town of Nainital in Kumaon, Uttarakhand, India. It is tectonic in origin and was almost circular, until frequent landslides made it crescent shaped and has an outfall at the southeastern end. Nainital, along with other lakes of Kumaon, is integral to tourism and recreation in Kumaon. The lake is also an integral part of Kumaoni folklore.
© OpenStreetMap contributors
One story tells us that this temple was constructed in the 15th century during the Kushan reign but another version states that it was built by Moti Ram Shah.
The temple was destroyed during the Landslip of 1880, and was rebuilt. It is on the lake's northern shore.
This is the former home of Jim Corbett. It has been converted into a museum and houses Corbett memorabilia.
Dorothy's Seat
Altitude: 2292 m. To get here you can drive up to Sherwood College and then continue on a short scenic walk.
Located at an altitude of 2270 m, Snow View offers spectacular views of the Naina Devi Peak. It can be reached by the Aerial Express Ropeway. Round trip: ₹300 for an adult and ₹200 for a child. One-way: ₹50. There is a place called Mountain Magic, which offers bumping cars and go-karting facilities.
St. John Wilderness Church
This charming church was named and founded by the Bishop of Calcutta.