Nainital: Awesome Vacation Destination And Education Hub

Huge plans are made just before the start of the vacations in most families to choose a destination to spend the holidays. Many prefer the beaches while the others choose a hill station as their vacation destination. Nainital is one such that tops the list of such holiday planners. It is a good choice as this hill town has a lot to offer for the visitors. Situated about 2000 meters above the sea level amidst the mighty Himalayas in the Kumaon Region it gives an awesome vacation experience to the tourists of all kinds. Globe trotter as well as the domestic traveler is attracted not only by the lush greenery surrounding this town and its lakes but also by the different kinds of adventures it offers to them. 

Nainital

Naini Lake, Naina Devi Temple, The Mall Road, The Snow Viewpoint, Raj Bhawan, The Zoo, The Flats and so on are the plenty of the must see spots here. It is a destination chosen by most of the adventure buffs. They may not be wrong as this town has a lot to offer for them in the way of trekking, ropeway rides, hiking, river crossing, camping and the like activities awaiting them. These adventurous return home with many a tale of escapades they did experience during their stay in Nainital. This town was chosen by the British as their summer retreat due its proximity to the capital city Delhi. The different buildings of the gothic era bear testimony to this. It also finds mention in the legends of India.

This hilly town is also an education hub where in world class schools, colleges and research centers are situated. It houses the center for astronomical studies the Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences, The famous Sherwood College, The Sainik School and the list can go on. Kumaon university campus has been established here in this hilly region giving the students some ardent and panoramic viewing experiences during their stay. This town always enjoys a pleasant climate in nearly all the months of the year. It therefore attracts tourists from all over the globe throughout the year. The best time of the year to visit the unspoiled environs and indulge in tranquility is from March to November but the snow lovers can visit it during the winter months from December to February.

This Lake District that offers commanding views of the surrounding environs is usually reached by road by the tourists. The Pant Nagar Airport which is 72 km from Nainital is the nearest airport to it. The town has to be reached by cars or buses from here. There are plenty of car hire services available near the airport and other towns and cities in Uttarakhand. Those desiring to reach this hilly town via the rail route need to disembark at Kathgodam Railway Station which is 41 km far from this town. A number of trains pass through this station and the tourists can choose the one that is suitable to them. If individual planning is not possible there are always travel agents offering great tour packages to visit this lake town and nearest Jim Corbett national park any time of the year.

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Jim Corbett National Park: Truly Heaven!

Founded in 1936 in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand, the Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest national park in India. Situated across an area sprawling over 521 square kilometers, the park houses a wide and diverse variety of fauna and flora. Flora that could be seen in the park include about 600 species of trees, climbers and ferns; and the rarest species of herbs and shrubs. You can find bamboos, palms, pines, oaks, and some of the most alluring flowering and non-flowering plants in the park.

Species seen include both that are naturally born and that are artificially grown. Some of the naturally born flowering plants seen in the park are Indian Corals, Scarlet Pimpernels, and Amaltas. Artificially planted trees include those of the Silver Oak, Bottlebrush, Eucalyptus, and so on. One can also find the best of Jamuns and Aamlas found scattered in the forests.

 The park has the best habitats and ecosystems which enable each animal to feel 'at-home'. The park houses the national animal of India and one of the most endangered species in India- the Royal Bengal Tiger. To ensure that the ecosystem is balanced, the park ensures that it has almost all species of fauna. Fauna include elephants, deer, birds, reptiles, fishes, primates, crocodiles, and several mammals. The park houses endangered species of the Asian Elephant which has played a vital role in ancient Indian mythology and which is an indispensable part of Indian culture. The park also has some of the rarest species of deer like Spotted deer, Hog deer, Sambar deer, and the Barking deer.

 Birds found in the park include charming white birds like Pelicans, Herons, Grebs, Egrets and Stocks. One can also find different species of the goose, swans and ducks that are spectacular to see when they walk. Vultures, eagles, griffons, and falcons are some of the gigantic birds found here. The park also lodges nocturnal birds like owls and owlets. One can enjoy the lovely chirps of skylarks, magpies, mynas and bulbuls as they create a sweet 'piece of music' across the park.

If you are a photographer by profession or by hobby, you'll love Jim Corbett National Park for its diverse landscapes and panoramic views. Any photographer can take photographs to his heart's content in this idyllic and blissful location. This is so because, the park is situated in the Outer Himalayan regions or the Shiwalik range of hills. The 'Dun', 'terrai', sal forests, and tracts are specialties of this park. The Terrai-Bhabar region and Dhikuli in the Patli Dun valley are places of utmost significance in the forest that every person should visit. 

Corbett National Park

One can also find beautiful Savannah grasslands that is one of the most-sought after spots of elephants and the deer. In addition to lush landscapes, the forest also has immensely large rivers and streams. Notable rivers and streams in the park are: Ramganga, Kosi, Sonandi, Mandal, Palain, and the Sots. 

The park stays protected and confined from poaching and other illegitimate activities with the due support of the Worldwide Wildlife Fund for Nature, and the Terai Arc Landscape Programme. When you visit Corbett National park, don't miss to go on a Jeep Safari and to take a spectacular trek inside the lovely park.