Haldwani

Haldwani is a city in Nainital district, India, sitting at the base of the Kumaon Himalayas at roughly 1400 feet (424 meters) elevation. The city serves as a gateway to the hill regions farther north, linking the plains with the hills through road and rail.

The British administration founded the settlement in 1834 as a trading post to facilitate exchange between the Kumaon hills and the Indo-Gangetic plain. Since then, the town grew steadily and developed into a key transport hub in the region.

The name comes from the word 'haldu', referring to a local tree that once grew in large numbers across the area. Today the tree is rarely seen, but the name remains as a reminder of the natural landscape that shaped the settlement.

The railway station offers direct connections to larger cities in the surrounding area, while auto-rickshaws and buses are available for moving around inside the city. Most shops and markets cluster along a few central streets, making orientation fairly straightforward.

A large sports stadium opened in 2016 can hold tens of thousands of spectators and hosts cricket, football, and athletics events. On match days, the surrounding area transforms into a lively gathering spot for fans from across the region.

Location: Nainital district

Elevation above the sea: 424 m

GPS coordinates: 29.21448,79.52790

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:05