Nainital is a glittering jewel in the
Himalyan necklace, blessed with scenic natural spledour and varied
natural resources . Dotted with lakes , Nainital has earned the epithet
of ' Lake District ' of India . The most prominent of
the lakes is Naini lake ringed by hills . Nainital has a varied
topography . Some of the important places in the district are Nainital ,
Haldwani , Kaladhungi , Ramnagar , Bhowali , Ramgarh , Mukteshwar ,
Bhimtal , Sattal and Naukuchiatal . Nainital’s unending expense of
scenic beauty is nothing short of a romance with awe-inspiring and
pristine Mother nature.
Nainital is headquarter of Nainital District. It is also divisional Headquarter of Kumaon Division of Uttarakhand State.
History
Nainital is referred to in the ‘Manas Khand’ of the ‘Skanda Purana’ as
the Tri-Rishi-Sarovar,the lake of the three sages ,Atri,Pulastya and
Pulaha who were reputed to have arrived here on a penitential
piligrimage, and, finding no water to quench their thirst dug a hole and
siphoned water into it from Mansarovar the sacred lake in Tibet.
The Second important mythological reference to Nainital is as one of 64
‘Shakti Peeths’.These centres were created wherever parts of charred
body of Sati fell ,when Lord Shiva was carrying around her corpse in
grief .It is said that the left eye (Nain) of Sati fell here and this
gave rise to patron deity of town Nainital . It is said that the lake is
formed in the emerald eye shape . Naina Devi temple is located at the
northern end of the lake . Thus name of Nainital derivated from Naina
and the tal (Lake).
British Settlement
The british occupied Kumaon & Garhwal in 1815 .After the British
Occupation ,E. Gardiner was appointed as the commissioner of Kumaun
Division on May’8th 1815 .In 1817 the second commissioner of Kumaun Mr.
G.W. Traill has conducted the second revenue settlement of Kumaun , Mr.
Traill was the first European to visit Nainital but he did not
popularize his visit in respect for the religious sanctity of the place.
In the year 1839 an English businessman from Rosa , Mr. P. Barron a
sugar trader and his friend an avid hunter strayed into the hills while
hunting they got lost and while finding there way back chanced on the
wondrous spot. So enamored was Barron with the vision of the placid lake
that he left the sugar business and build a European Colony on shores
of the lake .In 1841, Nainital appeared in issue of the ‘Englishman
Calcutta’ announcing the discovery of a lake in the vicinity of Almora.
According to the earliest data available on tourist in Nainital by
1847, it had become a popular hill resort. On 3rd October 1850, the
Nainital Municipal Board was formally constituted. It was the second
Municipal Board of North Western Provinces. To catalyse the formation of
a town the administration transferred land to the wealthy Sah community
of Almora, on condition that they build houses on the land. In 1862,
Nainital became the summer seat of the North Western Provinces. After it
was made the summer Capital, a remarkable expansion of the town
occurred with the growth of magnificent bungalows all around and
construction of facilities such as marketing areas, rest houses,
recreation centres ,clubs etc together with the secretariat and other
administrative units. It also became an important centre of education
for the British who wanted to educate their children in the better air
and away from the discomforts of the plains.
How to reach there
Kathgodam(35 Kms.) away is the
last terminus of broad gauge line of North East Railways connecting
Nainital with Delhi,Dehradun & Howarah . Haldwani(40 Kms.) &
Lalkuwan(56 Kms.) are other railway terminal
Google Map
Sattal
Naini Lake
Tea Garden
RAJ BHAWAN
Raj Bhawan area is in 220 acres.
Nainital was discovered in the year 1839 by P.
Barron an Englishman. He built the first building at Aayar Pada above Mallital
bada bazaar. The building now-a-days is known as Pilgrim Lodge. During English
rule Governor house was situated up into the hills now known as Old Governor’s
House. One can reach by rope-way. There are 7-8 rooms now-a-days used as
tourist bungalow. 1880 it is said there was a huge landslide at that location.
Approx. 150 people died. Old Governor’s House was destroyed. Then Englishmen
started construction of Governor’s House at this very location where we are
standing now.
In the year 1897 the construction started and
completed in the year 1899. Governor’s House resemble Buckingham
Palace, London.
The lush green garden, lawns are taken care by Horticulture department, roads,
buildings by P.W.D., Forest by Forest Department and Golf Course by Golf
Secretary. people associated with the construction
of the Raj Bhawan – C.W. Odling – Chief Engineer, Sir A.P. Macdonnell, H.S.
Wildeblood – Executive Engineer written on top of Bhawan.
The trees you are watching is Deodar and other
ones are Tilonj as known in Hindi and Oak trees the English word.
The gate of Golf Course to visit. We walk
further.
45 acres Golf area established in the year 1926.
Eighteen Holes Golf Course is open to associate members, visiting golfers with
temporary passes.
Tee, Par 3, Stroke 11, Distance, Hole In One, 1
Bogey – few Golf words I learn during talks with the person present within the
Golf-area supervising grass cutting.
If you are visiting Nainital, Raj Bhawan one
should visit. It is approx. 3 – 4 km from Naini
Lake up into the hills. I prefer
walking and suggest if you can walk you should because more you walk up into
the hills the scenery is amazing.Golf Course Nainital is currently one of the best maintained
courses in the country and the pride of Uttarakhand and
is hosting many Golf Championships.
It is one of the most challenging courses in the world where one can enjoy the ethereal beauty of the course with the changing seasons. For draining out the water from the golf course, an undergrounfd tunnel 137.1 m. in length has been constructed in the lowest bopwl of the cours, a marvel of engineering skill.
It is one of the most challenging courses in the world where one can enjoy the ethereal beauty of the course with the changing seasons. For draining out the water from the golf course, an undergrounfd tunnel 137.1 m. in length has been constructed in the lowest bopwl of the cours, a marvel of engineering skill.
Raj Bhawan
St. Joseph College
Raj Bhawan area is in 220 acres.
Nainital was discovered in the year 1839
by P. Barron an Englishman. He built the first building at Aayar Pada
above Mallital bada bazaar. The building now-a-days is known as Pilgrim
Lodge. During English rule Governor house was situated up into the hills
now known as Old Governor’s House. One can reach by rope-way. There are
7-8 rooms now-a-days used as tourist bungalow. 1880 it is said there
was a huge landslide at that location. Approx. 150 people died. Old
Governor’s House was destroyed. Then Englishmen started construction of
Governor’s House at this very location where we are standing now.
In the year 1897 the construction
started and completed in the year 1899. Governor’s House resemble
Buckingham Palace, London. The lush green garden, lawns are taken care
by Horticulture department, roads, buildings by P.W.D., Forest by Forest
Department and Golf Course by Golf Secretary. Jagdish ji showed names
of people associated with the construction of the Raj Bhawan – C.W.
Odling – Chief Engineer, Sir A.P. Macdonnell, H.S. Wildeblood –
Executive Engineer written on top of Bhawan.
The trees you are watching is Deodar and other ones are Tilonj as known in Hindi and Oak trees the English word.
The gate of Golf Course to visit. We walk further.
45 acres Golf area established in the
year 1926. Eighteen Holes Golf Course is open to associate members,
visiting golfers with temporary passes.
Tee, Par 3, Stroke 11, Distance, Hole In
One, 1 Bogey – few Golf words I learn during talks with the person
present within the Golf-area supervising grass cutting.
Open All Days
March to April – 8 am to 5 pm
May to August – 8 am to 6 pm
September to October – 8 am to 5 pm
November to December – 8 am to 4 pm
And with that I return. Many many thanks to Jadgish ji.
If you are visiting Nainital, Raj Bhawan
one should visit. It is approx. 3 – 4 km from Naini Lake up into the
hills. I prefer walking and suggest if you can walk you should because
more you walk up into the hills the scenery is amazing.
It is a dream Bhawan that I saw in reality. Thanks to Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam. Thanks a lot.
- See more at: http://www.40kmph.com/raj-bhawan-nainital-uttarakhand/#sthash.zTIeMyJD.dpufs
Thandi Sadak
Sherwood College Play ground
Annual Function of Sherwood College
Girjia Devi Temple Ramnagar
Ramganga River Ramnagar
Ranikhet Golf Ground
Jageshwar Temple Almora
Jageshwar is situated in the north east of Almora city, almost 36 km. away from almora bus station. On the way this journey gives the glimpses of natural beauty and ancient shrines.Some important stations falling on the way to jageshwar are Chitai, Barechhina, Maniagar, Panuwanaula, Artola and Dandeshwar. Jageshwar is kwown as yogeshwar in Skand Puran( Manas Khand). the most charming combination of different trees like cider,burransh,oak etc. give additional beauty to an ancient lord Siva temple complex. Jata ganga is believed as a stream flowing directly from Lord Siva's matted hair passing through The Ganges and reaches Gangasagar.
Sravan is very holy month for the worship of lord Shiva. The month starts from 17July and ends on 16 August every year. It is believed that lord Shiva himself remains present for the whole month over here. People living all over India come here during this month to worship lord Shiva. Mondays and Chaturdashi are very special occasions for worship. Lord Shiva is worshiped by making clay statues (Lingas) in the numbers 108 or 1100 so on. .
People reach here early in the morning for worshipping on foot or by vehicles with their families. At first they visit Brahmakunda ,which is after the name of Lord Brahma. Then they do special Shiva pooja called Parthiv poojan. After doing the worship they take part in the Aarti of Lord Shiva. Then they visit the Mela along with their families. The fair area is about one km. The sweet sellers, fruit sellers, bangles and other ladies item sellers sell things in the tents. Children like to sit in the swings. Mela committee organizes cultural programs and other events every day. Cultural teams of many states come here to perform folk dances. It is nice to see the Jageshwar "shravani mela".
VISIT JIM CORBETT NATIONAL PARK
Corbett
has been a haunt for tourists and wildlife lovers for a long time.
Tourism
is allowed in
selected areas
of Corbett Tiger Reserve so that people get an opportunity to see its splendid
landscape and the diverse wildlife living here.
In recent years the number of
people coming here has increased dramatically. Presently, every season more than
70,000 visitors come to the park from India and abroad.
General
Information
-
Altitude: 385-1100 m above mean sea level
-
Annual rainfall: 1400-2800 mm.
-
Temperature range: 4°C in winter to 42°C during summer.
When to
Visit
Corbett remains open to tourists
from
15th November to 15th June. The main reason for closure of the Park during
the rest of the year is that during the monsoons most of the roads get washed
away. Repair work starts after the rains end and it is only by November that
roads are back in motorable condition.
Getting
there
The town of
Ramnagar
forms
the headquarters of
Corbett Tiger Reserve. It is well connected to important places by road and
rail.
By Road:
Ramnagar is connected by
road to Delhi, Moradabad, Bareilly and Naintial. State transport buses ply
regularly from Delhi, Moradabad, Haldwani to Ramnagar. The approach routes are:
Delhi-Gajrola-Moradabad-Kashipur-Ramnagar
(240 km)
Bareilly-Kichha-Haldwani-Ramnagar
(160 km)
By Rail:
A direct train to Ramnagar
runs from New Delhi. Alternatively, one can come upto Haldwani/Kashipur/Kathgodam
and come to Ramnagar by road.
Tourism
zones
For the convenience of visitors
and streamlining tourism management Corbett Tiger Reserve has been divided into
five mutually exclusive
tourism zones,
each having separate gate for entry.
Tourism
zone
|
Gate
|
Bijrani
|
Amadanda
|
Dhikala
|
Dhangari
|
Jhirna
|
Khara, Kalagarh
|
Domunda
|
Durgadevi
|
Sonanadi
|
Vatanvasa
|
FACILITIES for visitors at corbett
Food and
Canteen
Canteens
are located at Dhikala,
Gairal and Bijrani. However, at other places where this facility is not
available cooking utensils and crockery
are
have been provided for visitors to carry their rations and cook
their own
their own meals. Consumption of
non-vegetarian food
and
alcohol
is
strictly prohibited
inside the park.
Interpretive Facilities and Services
For the purpose of directing
visitors and showing them around Corbett, trained
Nature Guides are available
at their service. These registered guides help tourists spot wildlife and make
sure that they do not lose their way inside the forest. Taking a Nature Guide
with each vehicle is compulsory.
The authorities at Corbett Tiger
Reserve have maintained a Visitor Centre and Museum at
Dhangarhi Gate. This
complex is equipped with displays, exhibits and models for the benefit of
visitors to orient them and enable them to understand the history and
biodiversity of Corbett. This facility is accessible to everyone, even if they
don’t go inside the park, and remains open throughout the year.
Elephant
rides are offered at
Dhikala, Khinanauli, Bijrani, Gairal and Jhirna during mornings and evening so
that tourists can get a closer view of the jungle, its wildlife, and landscape.
There are watchtowers at Dhikala, Phulai and Jhirna, and several machans near Dhikala, Bijrani and kothirauKothirau to facilitate the viewing of wildlife.
During evenings the lodgers at
Dhikala and Bijrani can enjoy films on wildlife
that are screened to provide an educative entertainment to visitors.
Dhikala also has a well-stocked
library,
which has a fine collection of books concerning wildlife and general topics.
PERMIT & RESERVATION
Permits
are necessary for entering Corbett Tiger Reserve. For
day visits
permits are obtained at the respective Entry Gates. However permits for
night halts
are issued at the
CTR Reception Office
at Ramnagar.
Day visits to Dhikala Tourism zone are not
permitted except in conducted safari organized by Corbett Tiger Reserve.
Only visitors who have prior accommodation reserved can enter Dhikala Zone.
Accommodation
For
night halts three tourist
complexes
located at
Dhikala, Gairal
and
Bijrani
offer a choice of accommodation type.
Dhikala has the maximum bed capacity including a dormitory. Basic lodging is
available for tourists at other Forest Rest Houses at Malani, Sultan, Gairal,
Sarpduli, Khinanauli, Kanda and Jhirna. Visitors can also stay at the Forest
Rest Houses at Lohachaur, Rathuadhab, Halduparao, Mundiapani, Morghatti,
Sendhikhal and Dhela.
Raj Bhawan area is in 220 acres.
Nainital was discovered in the year 1839
by P. Barron an Englishman. He built the first building at Aayar Pada
above Mallital bada bazaar. The building now-a-days is known as Pilgrim
Lodge. During English rule Governor house was situated up into the hills
now known as Old Governor’s House. One can reach by rope-way. There are
7-8 rooms now-a-days used as tourist bungalow. 1880 it is said there
was a huge landslide at that location. Approx. 150 people died. Old
Governor’s House was destroyed. Then Englishmen started construction of
Governor’s House at this very location where we are standing now.
In the year 1897 the construction
started and completed in the year 1899. Governor’s House resemble
Buckingham Palace, London. The lush green garden, lawns are taken care
by Horticulture department, roads, buildings by P.W.D., Forest by Forest
Department and Golf Course by Golf Secretary. Jagdish ji showed names
of people associated with the construction of the Raj Bhawan – C.W.
Odling – Chief Engineer, Sir A.P. Macdonnell, H.S. Wildeblood –
Executive Engineer written on top of Bhawan.
The trees you are watching is Deodar and other ones are Tilonj as known in Hindi and Oak trees the English word.
The gate of Golf Course to visit. We walk further.
45 acres Golf area established in the
year 1926. Eighteen Holes Golf Course is open to associate members,
visiting golfers with temporary passes.
Tee, Par 3, Stroke 11, Distance, Hole In
One, 1 Bogey – few Golf words I learn during talks with the person
present within the Golf-area supervising grass cutting.
Open All Days
March to April – 8 am to 5 pm
May to August – 8 am to 6 pm
September to October – 8 am to 5 pm
November to December – 8 am to 4 pm
And with that I return. Many many thanks to Jadgish ji.
If you are visiting Nainital, Raj Bhawan
one should visit. It is approx. 3 – 4 km from Naini Lake up into the
hills. I prefer walking and suggest if you can walk you should because
more you walk up into the hills the scenery is amazing.
It is a dream Bhawan that I saw in reality. Thanks to Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam. Thanks a lot.
- See more at: http://www.40kmph.com/raj-bhawan-nainital-uttarakhand/#sthash.zTIeMyJD.dpuf
Raj Bhawan area is in 220 acres.
Nainital was discovered in the year 1839
by P. Barron an Englishman. He built the first building at Aayar Pada
above Mallital bada bazaar. The building now-a-days is known as Pilgrim
Lodge. During English rule Governor house was situated up into the hills
now known as Old Governor’s House. One can reach by rope-way. There are
7-8 rooms now-a-days used as tourist bungalow. 1880 it is said there
was a huge landslide at that location. Approx. 150 people died. Old
Governor’s House was destroyed. Then Englishmen started construction of
Governor’s House at this very location where we are standing now.
In the year 1897 the construction
started and completed in the year 1899. Governor’s House resemble
Buckingham Palace, London. The lush green garden, lawns are taken care
by Horticulture department, roads, buildings by P.W.D., Forest by Forest
Department and Golf Course by Golf Secretary. Jagdish ji showed names
of people associated with the construction of the Raj Bhawan – C.W.
Odling – Chief Engineer, Sir A.P. Macdonnell, H.S. Wildeblood –
Executive Engineer written on top of Bhawan.
The trees you are watching is Deodar and other ones are Tilonj as known in Hindi and Oak trees the English word.
The gate of Golf Course to visit. We walk further.
45 acres Golf area established in the
year 1926. Eighteen Holes Golf Course is open to associate members,
visiting golfers with temporary passes.
Tee, Par 3, Stroke 11, Distance, Hole In
One, 1 Bogey – few Golf words I learn during talks with the person
present within the Golf-area supervising grass cutting.
Open All Days
March to April – 8 am to 5 pm
May to August – 8 am to 6 pm
September to October – 8 am to 5 pm
November to December – 8 am to 4 pm
And with that I return. Many many thanks to Jadgish ji.
If you are visiting Nainital, Raj Bhawan
one should visit. It is approx. 3 – 4 km from Naini Lake up into the
hills. I prefer walking and suggest if you can walk you should because
more you walk up into the hills the scenery is amazing.
It is a dream Bhawan that I saw in reality. Thanks to Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam. Thanks a lot.
- See more at: http://www.40kmph.com/raj-bhawan-nainital-uttarakhand/#sthash.zTIeMyJD.dpuf
Raj Bhawan area is in 220 acres.
Nainital was discovered in the year 1839
by P. Barron an Englishman. He built the first building at Aayar Pada
above Mallital bada bazaar. The building now-a-days is known as Pilgrim
Lodge. During English rule Governor house was situated up into the hills
now known as Old Governor’s House. One can reach by rope-way. There are
7-8 rooms now-a-days used as tourist bungalow. 1880 it is said there
was a huge landslide at that location. Approx. 150 people died. Old
Governor’s House was destroyed. Then Englishmen started construction of
Governor’s House at this very location where we are standing now.
In the year 1897 the construction
started and completed in the year 1899. Governor’s House resemble
Buckingham Palace, London. The lush green garden, lawns are taken care
by Horticulture department, roads, buildings by P.W.D., Forest by Forest
Department and Golf Course by Golf Secretary. Jagdish ji showed names
of people associated with the construction of the Raj Bhawan – C.W.
Odling – Chief Engineer, Sir A.P. Macdonnell, H.S. Wildeblood –
Executive Engineer written on top of Bhawan.
The trees you are watching is Deodar and other ones are Tilonj as known in Hindi and Oak trees the English word.
The gate of Golf Course to visit. We walk further.
45 acres Golf area established in the
year 1926. Eighteen Holes Golf Course is open to associate members,
visiting golfers with temporary passes.
- See more at: http://www.40kmph.com/raj-bhawan-nainital-uttarakhand/#sthash.zTIeMyJD.dpuf
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