A small town in the hills of Kumaon, Nainital is a lovely hill station surrounded by mountains on three sides. It is also called the City of 60 lakes or 'Chakta'. The most prominent of the lakes is the Naini lake which is surrounded by hills on all sides. The weather, the surrounding and the mesmerizing beauty of this area attracted the British administrator who turned this place into the summer capital of the United Province. Being a major tourist place Nainital is always bustling with visitors and it is always better if accommodation and other facilities are prearranged. 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. Situated at an altitude of 1,938mtrs, this fine town with its splendour is one of the most popular tourist resorts of the country. It is also a haven for water sports like Yachting, Kayaking, Canoeing and Boating.