Mussoorie, Uttarakhand
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The quaint hill station of Mussoorie, known as the “Queen of the Hills” is a very popular summer getaway with leisure travellers and honeymooners. Incredibly beautiful natural sights like hills and waterfalls can be found throughout Mussoorie’s landscape, along with excellent views and a mild climate. It also invites thrill-seekers and adventurers to explore its terrain through activities like paragliding, hiking, camping, etc. There are many temples in Mussoorie, which make for serene spiritual retreats. The lush locales of the hill station provide great avenues for nature walks. The British founded Mussoorie in 1823, and many of its buildings, including its churches, libraries, hotels, and summer palaces, still bear the influence of colonial architecture. There is a local shrub called “mansoor” that is said to be the source of the name Mussoorie.
Nearby Places to See
Nag Devta Temple
The Nag Devta Temple, which is devoted to Lord Shiva, has stunning architecture. The stunning and picturesque Doon Valley greets one as they enter the temple’s portals. During the Nag Panchami festival, a large number of locals and visitors gather there. On this occasion, the temple is beautifully decorated, and devotees can be seen feeding and bathing live cobras in milk. Although the temple’s beginnings are unknown, it is unquestionably very old.
The Nag Devta Temple, which is devoted to Lord Shiva, has stunning architecture. The stunning and picturesque Doon Valley greets one as they enter the temple’s portals. During the Nag Panchami festival, a large number of locals and visitors gather there. On this occasion, the temple is beautifully decorated, and devotees can be seen feeding and bathing live cobras in milk. Although the temple’s beginnings are unknown, it is unquestionably very old.
Tehri Lake & Dam
It is India’s largest hydroelectric dam, constructed across the Bhagirathi River. The Tehri dam’s backwaters formed the artificial Tehri lake. Despite the restricted access to the dam, the lake has boating facilities, and the views of the massive mountains and the lake filled with backwaters are beautiful.
It is India’s largest hydroelectric dam, constructed across the Bhagirathi River. The Tehri dam’s backwaters formed the artificial Tehri lake. Despite the restricted access to the dam, the lake has boating facilities, and the views of the massive mountains and the lake filled with backwaters are beautiful.
Dhanaulti
A natural retreat with tall trees and lush grasslands, Dhanaulti is located around 58 kilometres from Mussoorie, at a height of 2,286 metres above sea level. Alpine forests and beautiful eco-parks can be found all over the region, the two most well-known of which are Amber and Dhara, which are only 200 metres apart. It shares a western border with Dehradun. For many treks into the Himalayas, especially in the Tehri region of Garhwal, Dhanaulti serves as the starting point. The more well-known treks lead to Chandrabadni, Surkanda Devi, and Kunjapuri. Dhanaulti not only features Barehipani and Joranda Falls, two excellent picnic areas, but it is also a popular trekking destination.
A natural retreat with tall trees and lush grasslands, Dhanaulti is located around 58 kilometres from Mussoorie, at a height of 2,286 metres above sea level. Alpine forests and beautiful eco-parks can be found all over the region, the two most well-known of which are Amber and Dhara, which are only 200 metres apart. It shares a western border with Dehradun. For many treks into the Himalayas, especially in the Tehri region of Garhwal, Dhanaulti serves as the starting point. The more well-known treks lead to Chandrabadni, Surkanda Devi, and Kunjapuri. Dhanaulti not only features Barehipani and Joranda Falls, two excellent picnic areas, but it is also a popular trekking destination.
Kempty Falls
The Kempty Falls, which are 4,500 feet high, are located 13 kilometres from Mussoorie. It is one of the most popular spots for both locals and visitors to enjoy the serene waterholes and other activities like boating, fishing, and camping. An officer from the British army founded The Falls in the 1830s to host tea parties. There is a trekking tour that passes through lush forests, crystal-clear rivers, and the falls. It leads to the Jwala Devi temple, the Malsi Deer Park, and other significant Mussoorie attractions.
The Kempty Falls, which are 4,500 feet high, are located 13 kilometres from Mussoorie. It is one of the most popular spots for both locals and visitors to enjoy the serene waterholes and other activities like boating, fishing, and camping. An officer from the British army founded The Falls in the 1830s to host tea parties. There is a trekking tour that passes through lush forests, crystal-clear rivers, and the falls. It leads to the Jwala Devi temple, the Malsi Deer Park, and other significant Mussoorie attractions.
Mussoorie Lake
Mussoorie Lake is a man-made lake that is located 6 kilometres from the main town. The lake’s pleasant surroundings make it a great place for a picnic and offer an enthralling view of the Doon Valley. Visitors can enjoy lakeside boating activities here.
Mussoorie Lake is a man-made lake that is located 6 kilometres from the main town. The lake’s pleasant surroundings make it a great place for a picnic and offer an enthralling view of the Doon Valley. Visitors can enjoy lakeside boating activities here.
Gun Hill
Gun Hill, one of Mussoorie’s highest peaks, is located at a height of over 2,024 m and offers a picturesque view of the Doon Valley and the mesmerising snow-covered Himalayan peaks. The ropeway takes less than five minutes to travel to Gun Hill, which is easily accessible by cable car from Mall Road and is situated about 400 feet above the road.
Gun Hill, one of Mussoorie’s highest peaks, is located at a height of over 2,024 m and offers a picturesque view of the Doon Valley and the mesmerising snow-covered Himalayan peaks. The ropeway takes less than five minutes to travel to Gun Hill, which is easily accessible by cable car from Mall Road and is situated about 400 feet above the road.
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