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Mukteshwar uttarakhand travel guide with latest travel tips. From Delhi to Kathgodam travel by overnight train (Ranikhet Express). Kathgodam is the last Railhead for the region and serves as the base for all road journeys to Naukuchiyatal, Nainital, Bhimtal, Almora. Where to stay, What to do in Mukteshwar and Why visit Mukteshwar. Mukteshwar hill station famous as weekend getaway break destination from Delhi.Magnificent views of the Himalayas Mukteshwar gets its name from an 350 year Old Temple to Shiva, known as Mukteshwar Dham
1. Mukteshwar Temple
2. Chauli Ki Jali
3. Dhanachuli
4. View of Nanda Devi
5. Indian Veterinary Research Institute
6.Bhalu Gaad Waterfalls
7. Kilmora Shop
8. Choco-House Chocolatiers
9. Wildrift Adventures
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Processing Apricot Oil in the Himalayas : CHIRAG's Kilmora brand at work
I've heard about CHIRAG so much and have seen their craft and food products at some great high end shops in India, as well as the small craft boutiques. Finally I got to visit them in April 2013, when Bob, from Portland came and we were looking for a mountain journey. 2.5 hour above Nanital, we are high up in the valleys of the Himalayas where people are making a living weaving shawl, knitting sweaters and creating an abundance of oils, fruit products and more from this lush fruit hub in North India. I use their Apricot Oil on my skin and it's amazing! Here is how they press it.
GoPro India | Trip to Nainital | 2014
Dotted with lakes (Nainital Lake, Bhimtal, Naukuchiatal, Khurpatal, Sattal), Nainital has earned the epithet of 'Lake District' of India'. The most prominent of the lakes is Naini lake ringed by hills.
Nainital's unending expense of scenic beauty is nothing short of a romance with awe-inspiring and pristine Mother nature. Known for its salubrious climate and scenic beauty, the Nainital town is a popular health resort and attracts tourists around the year.
Long walks along the charming forest trails in the neighboring woods is another added attraction in Nainital.
Nainital is one of the most charismatic hill stations that India harbors. Nainital District is also called Land of Greens and Blues because of lush green forests - valleys and clear blue sky.
Naini Tal Lake forms the nub of the beauty of Nainital. Nainital Lake is within a perimeter of nearly 2 miles. Girdled by lofty hills studded with attractive villas and cottages, it is the most frequented tourist visitation of the hill station.
The exquisiteness of this lake is doubly magnified during the night when its sparkling waters flirt with the numerous lights hanging on its edges, and lend it an unbelievably beautiful magical aura.
There are also opportunities for yachting, boating and paddling that makes it equally enticing during the day. The Lake Placid
Nainital is 34 Km from Kathgodam, the gateway of Kumaon and the terminus of North Eastern Railway. It is 304 km from Delhi, capital of India, and 388 km from Lucknow. According to the District Gazetteer Nainital is situated at 29 degree 24' north latitude and 79 degree 28' east longitude, in a valley of the Gagar range running east and west, which is bounded on the north by the peak of China, which rises to a height of 8.568 feet, continued by the Alma peak (presently known as Snow-View) and the Sher-Ka-Danda to the eastern extremity, where the ridge descends almost to the level of the lake. On the west the rugged hill of Deopatha rises to a height of 7,987 feet, and on the south Ayarpatha attains an elevation of 7,461 feet diminishing gradually towards the east.
The Lake Placid
While the intervening portion between these two hills is a mass of rocks piled up loosely together which goes by the name of Handi Bandi, and is formed of the transition limestone of Mussoorie. exhibiting every where vast rents, fissures and boulders of all sizes and shapes.
The eastern boundary is the pass through which the surplus water of the lake find an exit, forming the principal source of the Ballia river, which falls into the Gola near Ranibagh. The western end of the valley consists of a series of gentle undulations formed by the debris of the surrounding hills.
Thus Nainital is situated at a height of 1939 metres from sea level & is surrounded by some outstanding peaks and hills.
Height of Nainital above Sea Level is 1939 m - 6362 feet
The quaint hill station of Nainital in Nainital District is the perfect refuge for weekend holidayers. Pristine air, panoramic views of the surrounding hillocks and dense forests, perfect weather and tranquillity.
The unspoilt and tranquil environs of Nainital District command breath-taking, panoramic views of the lush expanse of the broken hill and himalayan ranges. Located in the newly born state of Uttarakhand, this Lake District of India, with its rich foliage, wildlife and pleasant climate is undoubtedly one of the best hill stations in the country.
The idyllic hill station has temperatures that range from 0 degrees celcius to a maximum of 28 degrees celcius. And on most days, the occasional clouds that pass by you, leave you in awe. Nainital District boasts of several tourist spots and adventure sports in the vicinity.
Nainital District area is a treasure trove of deciduous flora and fauna and rich in Oak, Pangar, Akhrot, Hill Pipal, Burus, Angu, Chinar, Hisalu, Kunj, Kilmora, Surai, Rhododendrons, Deodar, Weeping Willow and Pine trees. and any other types of trees along with a unique tall grass and flowering plants. In Nainital District fruit orchards like Apricot, Oranges, Peach, Pears, Big lemons, Kafal, Strawberry, Banana and Apple and Litchi orchards that grow mainly in the Ramgarh and Mukteshwar belt. Nainital District is also famous for Rhododendrons flowers.
Nainital town has the famous lake to which it owes its name. The surface of this lake has an elevation of 1.935 m above sea level. Maximum length & breadth being 1,434 m & 463 m. respectively. At one time the water of the lake was so clear that one could see the reflection of the seven peaks surrounding the lake.
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