Naina Devi Temple

According to the legend, the demon king Mahishasura was slain by the goddess Durga here. Also, the temple is dedicated to the goddess Naina, who is said to be the eyes of goddess Durga.

The architecture of the Naina Devi Temple is a mix of Hindu and Islamic styles.

Some of the popular festivals and celebrations in Nainital are as follows: • Makar Sankranti: This festival is celebrated in January to commemorate the movement of the sun from the sign of Sagittarius to Capricorn. Special prayers and rituals are performed by the Hindus during this time. • Valentine's Day: This day is celebrated all over the world as a day of love and affection. In Nainital, special events and functions are organized to celebrate this day. • Maha Shivratri: This is a major Hindu festival celebrated in honor of Lord Shiva. It is celebrated in February or March each year. • Holi: This festival is celebrated by Hindus all over the world to commemorate the victory of good over evil. It is celebrated in March or April each year. • Buddha Purnima: This is a major Buddhist festival celebrated to commemorate the birth, enlightenment, and death of the Buddha. It is celebrated in May or June each year. • Independence Day: This is a major national holiday celebrated each year on 15th August to commemorate the independence of India from British rule. • Raksha Bandhan: This festival is celebrated by Hindus all over the world to celebrate the bond of love and affection between brothers and sisters. It is celebrated in August or September each year. • Dussehra: This festival is celebrated by Hindus all over the world to commemorate the victory of good over evil. It is celebrated in September or October each year. • Diwali: This is the most popular Hindu festival celebrated all over the world. It is celebrated to commemorate the return of Lord Rama to his kingdom of Ayodhya after 14 years of exile. It is celebrated in October or November each year.

The best time to visit Nainital is from September to November and from March to May.

Naina Devi Temple is located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. The temple is about 18 km from the town of Nainital. One can reach the temple by travelling by road or by taking a cable car from Nainital.