CITY INFORMATION
Mussoorie
| Location : |
34-kms From Dehradun, Garhwal Hills, Uttaranchal |
| Altitude : |
2,500 meters |
| Main Attractions: |
Lal Tibba, Gun Hill, Kempty Fall |
Popularly known as the queen of hills, this charming hill station, 34 kms. From
Dehradun is situated at an altitude of 2,500 mts. Above sea-level. Enchanting
view of pine covered hill slopes and snow capped mountains leave an indelible
impression on one's mind.The modern bungalows, malls and well laid gardens which
are located on the small hills around the area are enough to attract any tourist.
Mussoorie is an excellent respite for tourists and people who want relief
from the hot sultry conditions of the plains. Nature has gifted Musoorie everything
which makes a place beautiful. With the onset of summers tourists start coming
here.
PLACES OF INTEREST IN MUSSOORIE
Lal Tibba
This place is highest point in Musoorie. Lal Tibba is located in Landour area
which is the oldest inhabited place in Mussoorie.
Gun Hill
Gunhill is second highest point in Mussoorie. From Gunhill Mussoorie appears
to be changing colours every other minute. Each moment a different scene appears
before your eyes. There are many shops on the hill top so one can have a small
little picnic here.
Municipal Gardens
The municipal or the Company gardens was previously (before independence)
was also known as Botanical gardens of Mussoorie. These gardens were laid
by famous geologist Dr. H. Fackner in the last century.
Kempty Falls
Kempty Falls are located 13 kms from Mussoorie. This place was developed as
a tourist destination by John Mekinan after 1835.
NERABY ATTRACTIONS FROM MUSSOORIE
Dehradun
Located 29 Kms. from Mussoorie, Dehradun is a must visit place.
Rishikesh
Rishikesh is known as the Tapo Bhumi or the place for meditation of the Gods.
Rishikesh is one of the popular pilgrimage for the Hindus. At this place the
Ganges leaves the mountains and prepares herself to begin a long journey through
the plains.
Haridwar
Gateway
to the four pilgrimages in the Uttrakhand region, is located on the foot hills
of Shivaliks.
Nag Tibba
55 kms from Mussoorie is very good place for trekking. Nag Tibba, as it is
called, is the highest place around Mussoorie. It is surrounded by thick dense
forests. The actual trekking for Nag Tibba starts some 21 kms away from the
place. The 34 kms journey from Mussoorie is done on Taxi or Bus and the rest
is covered on foot. This trek has its own charm and fun. The trek starts at
Thathyud. 7 kms from here there is the forest departments rest house. To stay
in the rest house reservations have to be done with Divisional Forest officer,
Mussoorie.
Sahastra Dhara:
Located 14 km from Dehradun is the famous picnic spot called as the Sahastra
Dhara. Noted for their astounding beauty the medicinal sulphur waterfalls
are a great attraction.
HOW TO GET THERE
Air :
The nearest Airport to Mussoorie is 60-kms away from the place. The airport
is called Jollygrant Airport but there are no regular flights to this place.
Rail:
Mussoorie does not have a direct rail link. Dehradun Railway station serves
for Mussoorie too. This station is linked which Superfast trains to other
major cities in country.
Road:
From Dehradun one can hire a taxi or take a bus to Mussoorie. The queen of
hill stations is well connected with roads with other major cities. There
are regular bus services from various metros and other tourist destinations
in Uttaranchal as well as from out side the state. Bus services are provided
by State transports. There are conducted tours to Mussoorie too.
DISTANCES FROM MAJOR CITIES
» Dehradun - 34 kms
» Haridwar - 90 kms
» Dhanaulti - 26 kms
» Chakrata - 26 kms
» Gangotri - 250 kms
» Rishikesh - 77 kms
» Shimla - 276 kms
» Delhi - 278 kms
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