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Jul 2011
Mussoorie - Dehradun
Situated around 37 kms from the Dehradun city is the beautifu hill station of Mussoorie. One of the most sought after tourist spot, Mussoorie the "Queen of Hills" came into existence in the year 1827 when an adventurous army officer named Captain Young discovered it. Being at a height of around 7000 feet, the cool and calm environment along with the picturesque natural weather makes it the perfect tourist destination not only in Dehradun but in overall Uttarakhand. From the top, one can enjoy the Mussoorie sightseeing places and view the Himalayan ranges, Bandrinath, Kedarnath, Nandadevi and other beautiful snow clad mountains. Also because of the various hill tops it's a perfect place for the trekkers. During winters tourists enjoy the snowfall in Mussoorie and also have great fun throwing snowballs over each other.
Mussoorie Lake :-
While travelling towards one finds an exciting water lake which is around 6 kms from Mussoorie Dehradun India. This is a cool picnic spot developed by MDDA where one can enjoy boating in the water lake along with food and snacks.
Bhatta Falls and Jharipani falls Mussoorie :-
Bhatta and Jharipani falls are situated around 7-8 kms from Mussoorie these are great picnic spots where one can find amusement and bathing ponds.
Shiva Temple Mussoorie Dehradun :-
The Shiv Mandir along the way to Mussoorie is about 13 kms form Dehradun. This is one of the popular temples near Mussoorie which is flocked by thousands of devotees all over India.
Gun Hill Mussoorie Dehradun :-
The highest hill point in Mussoorie from where you get to see a panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges, Gangotri, Srikantha and others. You can have a wonderful view of the entire market place of Mussoorie along with the cool breeze flowing through! Also Known as Lal Tibba or Depot Hill, one can reach uphill in around half an hour by walk or you can take a exciting ride by trolley to the top.
Posted By : Dipti Amberkar