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The seven
peaks that surround the lake provide excellent hiking
routs. They are |
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1. Cheena Peak :
Tallest of all, at a height of 2,610
metres and 5.5 kilometers away, commands the finest view
and, on a clear day, a wide range of the snow-clad
Himalayas is visible while from the summit is a bird's eye
view of Naini Tal. There is also a four-room leg cabin and
a restaurant. |
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2. Kilbury :
Kilbury is second place, at a height of 2,528 metres,
Kilbury is a good place for a quiet week-end holiday and
picnic. Occasionally wild animals are also seen here. |
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3. Laria Kanta :
It is third at an altitude of 2,481 meters, 5.5 kilometers
from Nainital with a glorious view of the surrounding
suburban lake region. |
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4. &
5. Deopatta
and Camel's Back :
These both peaks, are at an
elevation of 2435 meters while Alma Peak is at an
elevation of 2435 meters |
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6. Dorothy's Seat:
The memorial from a sorrowing
husband to his wife, Dorothy, killed in an air crash, gave
the name to this 2,290 meters peak, 4.5 kilometers from
the town. Before the death of Mrs. Kellet, an English lady
and the tomb built by her husband, the peak was known as
Ayarpatt Hill. It is also known as Tiffin Top and
is a memorial to MRs. Dorothy Kellet built by her husnand.
It commands an excellent view of the Himalayas as well as
the neighbouring countryside. Its is 4.5 km from the town.
One can trek or negotiate on horseback. |
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7. Snow View :
At the height of 2270 meters, it
affords, as the name suggests, a beautiful and breath |
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