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Place:
Uttaranchal
Distance: about 235 km from Delhi
Height: Approximately 695 m
Best time to visit: Throughout the years
Major attractions: Forest Research Institute,
Tapkeshwar Temple, Robber 's Cave, Sahastradhara
Dehradun, also known as
the Doon Valley, is located in the state
of Uttaranchal. Located at the foot of the
shivalik goes to India, the city was founded
by Guru Dronacharya (according to the Hindu
epic Mahabharata). With the status of the
capital of Uttaranchal, the city is experiencing
a boom in travel and tourism industry. It
is located near Rishikesh, Haridwar, gangotri,
Yanumotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath, thus
serving as the gateway to world filled with
spirituality, harmony and adventure. Located
near the hill station of Mussoorie, Dehradun
enjoys a healthy climate and exotic locales.
Whether buyers or hikers or pilgrims, Dehradun
has something for everyone!
Tourist attractions Dehradun
Forest Research Institute
Forest Research Institute (FRI) is now counted
among the best institutes in India dedicated
to forest research. One of the main attractions
of the institutes is a museum, which presents
a broad and extensive collection of botanical
specimens. The museum is open Monday to
Friday and is the ideal place to explore
vegetation gifted by the Earth. The botanical
garden located at IRF is another major attraction.
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapkeshwar temple is located in the picturesque
suburb of Dehradun. It is dedicated to Lord
Shiva, the God of strict rituals 'exploit
'(meditation). You can reach the temple
only after climbing a long flight of stairs.
After reaching the summit, you will encounter
haunting views of the valley below - with
the river flowing nearby spring.
Malsi Deer Park
Masi Deer Park, as its name suggests, an
area protected from deer, which lies at
a distance of about 8 km from the city centre.
However, be sure to see the deer at a distance,
if you don 't want them running away and
hiding. The cool breezes, usually known
only add to the appeal of the park.
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara is the name given to Sulphur
Springs, located about 14 km from downtown.
People come here not only to take advantage
of the healing powers of springs, but also
to spend some time away from the crazy pace
of life and relax with their families. The
surrounding green and foaming waterfall
in the place makes it the perfect picnic
spot.
Robber 's Cave
Robber 's Cave is another popular tourist
spot, located 8 km from Dehradun. One of
the most visited picnic near the town, the
cave is the ideal place to take a pleasant
stroll and feel at ease with itself. There
is an unusual phenomenon here, where a stream
suddenly disappeared from sight at one point
and then reappears after a few metres.
Wadia Institute of Himalayan
Geology
Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology male
is known for housing a museum that displays
the rich geological diversity of India.
Major exhibitions in the museum are samples
of rock, semi-precious stones and fossils.
Lakshman temple Siddh
Siddh Lakshman temple is regarded as the
place where Lakshmana (younger brother of
Lord Rama) did penance, after killing the
demon king Ravana.
Accommodation
As the capital of Uttaranchal, Dehradun
is visited by travellers in large numbers.
It is clear that they require places to
put up, while in the city. Among the luxury
hotels of Dehradun are Hotel Madhuban, MJ
Residence Hotel, Hotel Great Value, etc.
For the economy as travellers, the range
of hotels and guesthouses is quite large.
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