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These Are The 7 Most Stunning Spots To Watch The Sunset From In Nainital


What’s a trip to the hills without sighting the most glorious sunsets that such heights allow us to behold? With the cool wind in your hair and the clouds almost within your reach, witnessing sunsets in Nainital should definitely be on you “must-do”!

1. Snow View Point

Picture Credits: Sunder Singh Mehra

Not enough good things can be said about this place. One of the city’s most visited tourist spots for watching glorious Himalayas, this place also offers visitors an excellent view of the snow capped mountains like Nanda Devi, Trishul and Nanda Kot, thereby also promising a great view of the sunset.

2. Tiffin Top

This popular picnic-spot at a height of 2290 meters atop the Ayarpatta Hill, welcomes people to settle here for a while to savour a 360 degree view of Nainital and spend some quality time amidst crisp, fresh air and enjoy the magnificent view of the setting sun.

3. Naini Peak

Picture Credits: Sanjay Upadhyay

This one happens to be one of Nainital’s highest peaks located at an altitude of 2611 meters above sea level. This fantastic peak instantly soothes the mind and soul with the stunning view of snow covered Bandar Punch to Api and Nari peaks of Nepal, while you behold the most stunning sunset ever witnessed!

4. Hanuman Garhi

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Well, this is another way how you can best watch the sunset in Nainital. Visit Hanuman Garhi, a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman and situated at an altitude of 6401 ft for picturesque view of the sunset and maybe also indulge your spiritual aspirations later with a visit to the temple!

5. Nainital Ropeway

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Well, enough said. But you have to experience it to take in the glorious beauty of the city of lakes and enjoy the natural beauty it comes surrounded with, as a magnificent sunset graces the backdrop. Every visitor must take the adventurous ride in aerial ropeway to believe our words.

6. Naini Lake

A visit to Nainital cannot be complete without a boating ride in Naini Lake. Shaped like an eye and offering picturesque view with breathtaking surroundings, it also serves as a great place to watch a sunset from all the while as you row away your boat in the company of your loved ones.

7. Land's End

Ever wondered what looking at a sunset from the furthest edge of land might look like? Here’s your chance to get a taste of something pretty similar. Located 2118 meters above sea level and providing exquisite views, reaching here seems like reaching the end of land - imagine witnessing a sunset from such a place? Amazing, that’s how it feels!

So if you plan to make some mind-boggling and soul-stirring memories with lots of aesthetic appeal, head to these places and catch a sunset, LIVE!

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