Living Amongst The Clouds

By Author: Roofn Ride
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During our busy lives and an extremely high number of deadlines, it is difficult to get some time off. Most of us are busy in trying to get work done. Those of us who are running around to make a name for themselves or their career find themselves at their wits ends because of a lack of rest both mentally as well as physically. In many cases, people end up working on the weekends as well. Without any breaks, it is almost certain that it won’t be long before health problems creep up and this might render one without the ability to keep working. There are very few places available which on can access from their cities without having to spend a large number days in travelling to get to the destination. Nainital is one such destination which weds both the convenience of easy travel as well as being away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

It is one India’s most popular hill station located in the state of Uttarakhand. The hills at the Nainital district are a part of the magnificent Himalayas, one of the highest mountain ranges in the world. Nainital is situated at a height of more than 2000 meters above sea level. ...
... The valley of Nainital contains a lake which when viewed from the top looks like a pear shape. This lake is around two miles in circumference and is surrounded by mountains on all sides. The highest of these mountains are the Naina peak located on the north. Many tourists from around the world flock to this tourist destination to take in the experience of staying in this exotic location. The people who travel to this location love to take part in the happenings of the local crowds including their festivals, customs and cuisines. There are a plethora of resorts in Nainital that can accommodate the number of visitors throughout the year. The various hotels in Nainital are of different budget ranges that cater to the needs to every type of traveler.

Hotels and resorts offer not just a place to stay but other package tours and tours which help the visitor get a good feel of how the locals live at Nainital. One of the most unique features about Nainital is that it snows during the winter months from December to February. There are many places that the tourists can see at this beautiful and scenic hill station. The Nainital lake or the Naini lake is located at the heart of the city and the city is the namesake of this lake. The St. John in the Wilderness, a church established in 1844 is a historic landmark. Among these, other places to visit while staying at Nainital are the Governor’s house, Snow view, Naini peak, Tiffin Top also known as Dorothy’s seat, Jim Corbett National park are some of the must-visit places in and around Nainital. A trip to Nainital is a once in a lifetime experience and it is sure to draw you back to this spectacular town every year.