Naini Lake

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The Naini Lake, one of Nainital’s key attractions, recently recorded a water level of 4.7 feet — marking a five-year low.

About Naini Lake

• It is a natural freshwater lake of tectonic origin, located amidst Nainital city of Uttarakhand. 
• Discovered in the early 1800s by the British, the Naini Lake also finds mention in the Skanda Purana as Tri-Rishi-Sarovar. 
• The lake is in crescent or kidney shape, and has an outlet at the southeastern end. 
• It covers a perimeter of 2 miles with a depth from 6m to 28 m. 
• It is one of the four lakes in the Kumaon hills, the three others being Sattal Lake, Bhimtal Lake, and Naukuchiyatal Lake.
• Balia Nala is the main feeder stream of the lake. Other than this, 26 major drains, including the three perennial ones, feed it.
• Mallital is the name of the lake’s north end, while Tallital is the name of the southern one, which has a bridge with Gandhi’s statue and a post office on its sides. 
  • It is the world’s only post office on a lake bridge.

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Naini Lake FAQs

Q1. What is the legend associated with Naini Lake?

Ans. According to the legends, the lake was where the eyes (nain) of the Hindu goddess Sati fell when her distraught husband, Shiva, was carrying her charred body. 

Q2. Which Hindu scripture mentions Naini Lake as “Tri-Rishi-Sarovar”?

Ans. Skanda Purana

Q3. Which stream is the main feeder of Naini Lake?

Ans. Balia Nala

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