Nainital

Nainital

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also spelled  Naini Tal 

      town, northern Uttarakhand state, northern India. The town lies in the Siwalik (Shiwalik) Range (Siwalik Range). Founded in 1841, it is a popular resort, lying at 6,346 feet (1,934 metres) above sea level. The town is built around the beautiful Naina Lake and is surrounded by forested hills. Nainital is linked by road with the rail terminus at Kathgodam, to the south. It is the site of St. Joseph's College and the summer seat of the state government. A disastrous landslide occurred there in 1880. Tourist destinations include Snow View Point; Naina Peak, the highest peak bordering Naina Lake; an astronomical observatory; and the mall, Nainital's popular promenade. Nearby is Corbett National Park, a wildlife reserve. Pop. (2001) 38,630.

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