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THE LAKE-TOWN NAINITAL

The hill station of Nainital takes its name from the "ake, on the
shore of which stands a temple of Goddess Naina Devi. The
lake itself is situated at a height of 6,350 ft in a circle of beauti-
ful tree-clad mountains. It measures 1400 metre hi length and
300 to 300 metre in width. The reflection of hill sites, dotted
with cottages and buildings connected by enormous roads, is a
pretty site by day. At night the twinkling lights on the roads
and buildings are reflected as sparkling garlands on the still water
of the lake. Round the lake is a beautiful promenade where
hikers and riders can enjoy themselves and on the lake itself yat-
ching, boating and swimming can be enjoyed to the full. The
flats situated at one end of the lake, afforded ample space for
sports and athletics. Some of the best All India Tournaments
are held here. For the amusement seekers there are good cine-
mas, tennis, roller skating and a running drama hall. The gay
socialiate finds himself fully occupied in well-equipped clubs and
a never ending round of parties, dance and entertainment in the
Boat House Club.
The view of the eternal snow clad mountains from China peak,
where a long cabin has been constructed for evernight stay is
glorious. From the land's end, and Hanuman Gadi the .view