Snow View Point, Nainital

At a distance of 3 km from Tallital Bus Stand & 2 km from Nainital Lake, Snow View Point is one of the most beautiful places in Nainital and also among the most visited Nainital tourist places.

Situated at an altitude of 2,270 m, Snow view point offers excellent views of snowcapped mountains like Nanda Devi, Trishul and Nanda Kot. It also offers great views of Nainital Lake and the town. Snow view point is well connected by road but a ride in aerial ropeway from Mallital is the best way to reach this place.
In order to provide a perfect view to visitors, a pair of huge binoculars is installed at this spot. A small temple housing images of Rama, Sita, Lakshman, Hanuman with Durga and Shiva is located on the peak. The Tibetan monastery Gadhan Kunkyop Ling Gompa of the Gelukpa order situated near Snow view point is also a must visit spot. An early morning trek to this place gives some of the best views of the great Himalayan ranges. A special attraction for the kids is an amusement park that has recently opened up here. The stalls at Snow View Point provide tea and some snacks.


Nainital Monuments

There are so many Monuments Nainital can be visited in Nainital and is more famous for being the best place to be visited in Nainital. But a lot of people do not know that it is also home to some of the most famous historical Monuments in the country. These were built at various times in history and have withstood wear and tear over centuries to look as majestic as they still do today.

There are many old Monuments which were primarily built around the year 1545 by Sher Shah Suri .Every evening there is a light and sound show that is organized here which is something you must not miss out on. There is also the Zoo which is situated in close proximity and you would see a wonderful collection of animals and birds there.

There are lots of historical Monuments in Nainital. Innumerable people tangled in the history and heritage of Nainital; make it a point to visit the Monuments of Nainital. The Monuments round Nainital make for fine picnic sites as well. In detail, travelling to one of the Monuments beside Nainital is a superb way of blending chronicled sightseeing and family picnic.

There are such Monuments located in Nainital which are very frequently visited by people and these were dedicated to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the country during the First World War. It was built not too long back but it holds a special place in the hearts of people who come and visit this beautiful structure.