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In 1827, Capt. Young of the British army chanced upon this extraordinarily beautiful wooded ridge and created the centre around which the hill station grew. Just 38 km from Dehradun, Mussoorie offers views of both the Himalayan ranges to the north and the Shivaliks and plains to the south. This erstwhile aristocratic resort is now a popular hill station and promises a variety of entertainment throughout the year. Landour retains much of the old-world charm of the place. |
| Area |
6.42 sq km. |
| Population |
29916 (1991 census) |
| Altitude |
6580 ft. above sea level. |
| Season |
Throughout the year. |
| Clothing |
(Summer) : Light Woolens.
(winter) : Heavy Woolens. |
| Language |
Hindi, English, Garhwali. |
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Taxis/Buses/Ponies. |
| STD Code |
0135 |
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Rail
Dehradun, the last railway terminus, is 38 km from
Mussoorie. See Dehradun for rail connection.
Road
Mussoorie is well connected by roads. Some major road
distances are : Delhi 278 km, Rishikesh-85 km,
Haridwar 100 km, Shimla 276 km, Chamba (Garhwal)
50 km.
Mussoorie has three bus stands - Library Bus Stand,
Masonic lodge, Tehri Bus stand. Buses are available for
Kempty fall during season near Riviera Hotel Stand.
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UP Tourism Accommodation
Hotel Garhwal Terrace, (GMVN),The Mall. Ph : (0135)632882, 632683
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Bhadraj Temple
This temple dedicated to Lord Balbhadra, brother of Shri Krishna, offers a commanding view of the Doon Valley and Chakrata ranges.
Camels back road
Horse-riding and walking. Sunset view of the Himalayas. A superb rock formation, with a life-like resemblance to a sitting camel, can be seen from this spot.
Children's Lodge
A powerful telescope is installed here, and the view of the snow from this spot is exhilarating.
Gun Hill
Enjoy a Ropeway ride to the second highest peak of Mussoorie. It can also be negotiated by bridle path which forks-off from Mall Road near Kutchery. A climb takes about twenty minutes. The Ropeway distance is 400 mtr. The sheer thrill of the ride is memorable.Gun Hill offers a beautiful panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges namely Bunderpunch, Srikantha, Pithwara and Gangotri Group in the birds-eye view of Mussoorie town and Doon Valley. During pre-independence days a gun mounted on this top used to be fired heralding mid-day to enable people to adjust their watches and hence this name.
Kempty Fall
15 km. from Mussoorie on the Yamunotri Road having an altitude of 4500 ft. It has the distinction of being the biggest and prettiest waterfall located in a beautiful valley and is surrounded by high mountains. Bath at the foot of the falls is refreshing and enjoyable for children and adults alike.
Municipal Garden
A picnic spot having a beautiful garden and an artificial mini lake with boating facilities. It is located at a distance of 4 km. by cycle rickshaw, pony or by car and only 2 km. on foot via Waverly Convent Road.
Childer'ss Lodge
Highest peak of Mussoorie near Lal Tibba. It is about 5 km. from the Tourist Office and one can go on horse back or on foot. Snow view from this spot is exhilarating
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