Dehradun the capital of Uttaranchal is surrounded with beautiful Himalayan ranges. The famous excursions in Dehradun are its springs, parks, mountains and temples. Apart from its city excursions Dehradun is also has some famous tourists places like Mussoorie and Sahastradhara. Here we will read more about these places to see in Dehradun:
Visiting Places in Dehradun
Mussoorie
Mussoorie is about 35 kms. from Dehradun city. It is known as one of the famous hill stations in India people come to visit. Mussorie is located over Himalaya hills and an amazing beautiful place. This city has lots of luxury tourist accommodations and resorts. It also has various exciting tourist places.
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara is a spring located approximately 16 kms. away from the city. It is said that Sahastradhara means thousand of springs that comes together. The place is a must watch if you are planning a trip to Dehradun. It has the water of Sulphur spring which is a cure for skin diseases.
Forest Research Institute (FRI) Dehradun
Established in 1906 FRI is one of the oldest institutions that was developed for the research work in forestry not only in India but all around the world. You could see the architectural beauty of the place that often takes ones mind away.
Malsi Deer Park Dehradun
Located at the foothills of Shivalik range Malsi Deer Park is a beautiful tourist place and animal zoo in Dehradun. Its a great picnic spot which is especially liked by children due to the wild animals and exciting swings in the park.
Robber's Cave (Guchhupani) Dehradun
An exotic picnic spot with a natural cave and a stream of river flowing inside it with cold water. One can enjoy the snacks and maggi inside the cave with water flowing under you!
Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple Dehradun
The ancient and famous Shiv temple visited by thousands of devotees all year round. The lush greens surrounding with dense forests and the rivertuary flowing by makes it the best place to visit for complete peace of mind and meditation.
Lachhiwala Dehradun
Lachhiwala is a famous picnic spot with a fresh river water pool to have bath and a park with all sorts of swings here. Its a great place of leisure to be enjoyed especially by children.
Buddha Temple Dehradun
The Buddha temple situated in Clement town area is famous for its beautiful design and interiors which depicts the ancient architecture of Tibet. It also has a very beautiful garden where one can sit in peace and meditate.
Laxman Sidh Temple Dehradun
The Laxman sidh is a beautiful holy place situated few kms from Dehradun and is located among dense green forests. Its a great place to have an outing with family members where you could also have prasad in the frequent bhandaras that keeps happening here.
Shiv Mandir Mussoorie Dehradun
Situated along the way to Mussoorie is the famous Shiv temple that is visited by a number of tourists all round the year. The enchanting location and the beautiful surroundings of the green hills surely makes it a heavenly place of worship.