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Top 10 things to do in Dehradun

Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, the city of Dehradun is a part of the Doon Valley and is situated between the rivers Ganges and Yamuna. The - Tripclap
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Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, the city of Dehradun is a part of the Doon Valley and is situated between the rivers Ganges and Yamuna. The city is also known as "The Garden City of India," and it serves as the state capital of Uttarakhand. Dehradun is the capital of Uttarakhand, a state in the northern part of India, and is a popular tourist destination, especially among Hindus, because of its many temples and ashrams. The city is also known for its schools, including the prestigious Indian Military Academy, and for its universities, including the University of Dehradun.

The city of Dehradun is said to have been founded by the Raja of Garhwal in the 8th century AD. The city was later captured by the Mughals in the 16th century. The city was also ruled by the British East India Company. After the independence of India, the city became the capital of the newly formed state of Uttarakhand.

Dehradun's allure stems from its location in the Himalayan foothills. Besides the city is surrounded by forested hills, has several rivers running through it, and is close to the pilgrimage town of Haridwar. The city has popular activities to look out for, from paragliding to river rafting, which entice the tourists even more. Nonetheless, the city has enthralling locations and tourist spots that one must visit when in Dehradun.
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Go for an adventure trail at the Robber’s Cave

The Robber's Cave is a popular tourist destination in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, situated at a distance of around 12 km from the city centre. The Robber's Cave, also known as Guchhupani, is a natural cave located in the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India. The cave is about 8 kilometres long and has several entrances. It is located in the Mussoorie Hills and is said to have been used by robbers in the past. The cave is known for its natural beauty and serenity. It is also a popular spot for rock climbing and rappelling.
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Places to visit in Dehradun

Chetwoode Hall
Chetwoode Hall
Clock Tower
Clock Tower
Forest Research Institute
Forest Research Institute
Fun Valley
Fun Valley
Kalinga War Memorial
Kalinga War Memorial
Lacchiwalla
Lacchiwalla
Mall Road Mussoorie
Mall Road Mussoorie
Malsi Deer Park
Malsi Deer Park
Mindrolling Monastery
Mindrolling Monastery
Paltan Bazar
Paltan Bazar
Rajaji National Park
Rajaji National Park
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Robbers Cave
Robbers Cave
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapovan
Tapovan
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Trekking
Trekking
Zonal Museum
Zonal Museum
Dehradun Tour Packages

Witness the Sahastradhara

The Sahastradhara waterfall, located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, is a waterfall fed by the Sahastradhara stream, which rises from the nearby Chilla ridge. The waterfall is situated amidst dense forests and is a popular tourist spot. The waterfall is located close to the city center and is a popular tourist destination.

The falls were created in the 8th century by Rashtrakuta king Krishna I, who diverted the river to create a waterfall in order to cool his palace. The falls were named Sahastradhara, meaning "thousand streams." The falls are situated about 10 kilometres from the city of Dehradun. They can be accessed by road from the city or by a footpath from the suburb of Clement Town. Currently, there are many markets and eateries, which have created one of the most popular places in Dehradun.
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Places to visit in Dehradun

Chetwoode Hall
Chetwoode Hall
Clock Tower
Clock Tower
Forest Research Institute
Forest Research Institute
Fun Valley
Fun Valley
Kalinga War Memorial
Kalinga War Memorial
Lacchiwalla
Lacchiwalla
Mall Road Mussoorie
Mall Road Mussoorie
Malsi Deer Park
Malsi Deer Park
Mindrolling Monastery
Mindrolling Monastery
Paltan Bazar
Paltan Bazar
Rajaji National Park
Rajaji National Park
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Robbers Cave
Robbers Cave
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapovan
Tapovan
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Trekking
Trekking
Zonal Museum
Zonal Museum
Dehradun Tour Packages

The Forest Research Institute (FRI) is an institute of the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE), an autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change, Government of India. The Forest Research Institute (FRI) is one of the oldest institutes in the country and have four divisions of the Forest Research Institute in Dehradun. They are:
1.    Division of Forest Genetics
2.    Division of Forest Soils
3.    Division of Forest Ecology
4.    Division of Forest Products
The FRI undertakes research on all aspects of forestry, including trees, forests, wildlife, bamboo, agroforestry, grasslands, forestry extension, human dimensions of forestry, forestry education, and forestry management. The FRI has a network of field stations and research centres located in different parts of the country. The FRI also has a museum, which houses a large collection of forestry-related artefacts.
 
The FRI was established in 1878 as the Imperial Forest School. In 1916, it was renamed the Forest Research Institute. Since then, the place has earned its name and is definitely a must-visit place if you are a lover of trees.

Places to visit in Dehradun

Chetwoode Hall
Chetwoode Hall
Clock Tower
Clock Tower
Forest Research Institute
Forest Research Institute
Fun Valley
Fun Valley
Kalinga War Memorial
Kalinga War Memorial
Lacchiwalla
Lacchiwalla
Mall Road Mussoorie
Mall Road Mussoorie
Malsi Deer Park
Malsi Deer Park
Mindrolling Monastery
Mindrolling Monastery
Paltan Bazar
Paltan Bazar
Rajaji National Park
Rajaji National Park
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Robbers Cave
Robbers Cave
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapovan
Tapovan
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Trekking
Trekking
Zonal Museum
Zonal Museum
Dehradun Tour Packages

Comfort your inner self at the Mindrolling Monastery

The Mindrolling Monastery is an important Buddhist monastery in India, founded in 1676 by the Third Mindrolling Trichen, Ngawang Tenzin Zangpo. The Mindrolling Monastery is one of the six major monasteries of the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism. It is also one of the largest and most important centres of learning in the Nyingma tradition.

The monastery has a number of important shrines, including the shrine of the Karmapa and the shrines of the five Dhyani Buddhas. There is also a large stupa commemorating the visit of the Dalai Lama.
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Places to visit in Dehradun

Chetwoode Hall
Chetwoode Hall
Clock Tower
Clock Tower
Forest Research Institute
Forest Research Institute
Fun Valley
Fun Valley
Kalinga War Memorial
Kalinga War Memorial
Lacchiwalla
Lacchiwalla
Mall Road Mussoorie
Mall Road Mussoorie
Malsi Deer Park
Malsi Deer Park
Mindrolling Monastery
Mindrolling Monastery
Paltan Bazar
Paltan Bazar
Rajaji National Park
Rajaji National Park
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Robbers Cave
Robbers Cave
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapovan
Tapovan
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Trekking
Trekking
Zonal Museum
Zonal Museum
Dehradun Tour Packages

Visit the Tapkeshwar Temple for a spiritual experience

The Tapkeshwar Temple is located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the most popular temples in the city. The temple is situated on the banks of the Asan River and is surrounded by forested hills. It is believed to be around 800 years old and is a major tourist attraction in Dehradun. As per legend, the temple is said to have been built by the Pandavas during their period of exile. The temple is a major tourist attraction in Dehradun.

The temple is known for its beautiful architecture and stunning location. The architecture of the temple is typical of North Indian temples, with a shikhara (spire) on top. The walls of the temple are decorated with carvings of gods and goddesses.
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Places to visit in Dehradun

Chetwoode Hall
Chetwoode Hall
Clock Tower
Clock Tower
Forest Research Institute
Forest Research Institute
Fun Valley
Fun Valley
Kalinga War Memorial
Kalinga War Memorial
Lacchiwalla
Lacchiwalla
Mall Road Mussoorie
Mall Road Mussoorie
Malsi Deer Park
Malsi Deer Park
Mindrolling Monastery
Mindrolling Monastery
Paltan Bazar
Paltan Bazar
Rajaji National Park
Rajaji National Park
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Robbers Cave
Robbers Cave
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapovan
Tapovan
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Trekking
Trekking
Zonal Museum
Zonal Museum
Dehradun Tour Packages

Witness the beautiful Chetode Hall

Chetode Hall is a heritage hotel in Dehradun, located on the Mussoorie Road, about 5 km from the city center. The hotel is managed by the Indian Army Corps of Engineers. The hotel has a swimming pool, a tennis court, a golf course, and a spa. It also has a restaurant, a bar, and a conference hall.

Going back to history, the Chetode family has a long and illustrious history in India. The hall was originally built in the early 1800s by the then governor-general of India, Lord William Bentinck. The Bentinck family was closely related to the Chetwode family, and it was their home until 1857, when the British East India Company was disbanded. The hall was then leased to the British Army, and it served as the officer's mess for many years. In 1947, after Indian independence, the hall was given to the Indian Army, and it has been used as a military base ever since.

The hall is now open to the public, and it is a popular tourist attraction in Dehradun. It is a beautiful example of British colonial architecture, and it is a reminder of the important role that the British played in the history of India.
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Places to visit in Dehradun

Chetwoode Hall
Chetwoode Hall
Clock Tower
Clock Tower
Forest Research Institute
Forest Research Institute
Fun Valley
Fun Valley
Kalinga War Memorial
Kalinga War Memorial
Lacchiwalla
Lacchiwalla
Mall Road Mussoorie
Mall Road Mussoorie
Malsi Deer Park
Malsi Deer Park
Mindrolling Monastery
Mindrolling Monastery
Paltan Bazar
Paltan Bazar
Rajaji National Park
Rajaji National Park
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Robbers Cave
Robbers Cave
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapovan
Tapovan
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Trekking
Trekking
Zonal Museum
Zonal Museum
Dehradun Tour Packages

Go for a safari ride at the Rajaji National Park

Rajaji National Park is a national park in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, situated in the foothills of the Himalayas in the district of Dehradun. The park was established in 1983 as the Haridwar Wildlife Sanctuary. In 1998, it was renamed Rajaji National Park in honour of C. Rajagopalachari, the former Prime Minister of India. The park is contiguous with the Chilla-Rajaji Wildlife Sanctuary to the south and the Motichur-Nandhaur Wildlife Sanctuary to the east.

The park covers an area of 820 km2 and is a sanctuary for elephants, tigers, leopards, and deer. The park is also home to a large variety of birds, including the endangered white-backed vulture. Aside from the teeming wildlife, the park is also known for river rafting, which has long been a popular activity.
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Places to visit in Dehradun

Chetwoode Hall
Chetwoode Hall
Clock Tower
Clock Tower
Forest Research Institute
Forest Research Institute
Fun Valley
Fun Valley
Kalinga War Memorial
Kalinga War Memorial
Lacchiwalla
Lacchiwalla
Mall Road Mussoorie
Mall Road Mussoorie
Malsi Deer Park
Malsi Deer Park
Mindrolling Monastery
Mindrolling Monastery
Paltan Bazar
Paltan Bazar
Rajaji National Park
Rajaji National Park
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Robbers Cave
Robbers Cave
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapovan
Tapovan
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Trekking
Trekking
Zonal Museum
Zonal Museum
Dehradun Tour Packages

Hike atop to the Nag Tibba

Nag Tibba is a hill station in Dehradun, located in the Mussoorie-Nag Tibba range, at a height of 9,732 feet (2,966 m) above sea level. The hill is a popular tourist destination and is also a trekking point. The nearest town is Pantwari, located at a distance of 10 kilometres. The hill is said to be the home of the serpent king Nag and is thus named after him. The hill is also associated with the Hindu god Shiva, who is said to have performed penance on the hill, which is also believed to be the birthplace of the sage Vyasa.

Apart from its mythological significance, the history of Nag Tibba begins with the Mahabharata. It is said that the Pandavas, after their exile and before their final battle with the Kauravas, spent some time in the Himalayas. During their sojourn there, they visited Nag Tibba and were awestruck by the sight of the snakes coiled around the peak. The earliest recorded mention of Nag Tibba is from the 7th century, when it was mentioned by the Chinese traveller Huen Tsang. In his travelogue, he writes that the peak was a place of worship for the Nagas (snakes). Besides, the first European to visit Nag Tibba was Captain William Moorcroft, who climbed the peak in 1824, followed by other explorers, including Alexander Cunningham, who surveyed the area in the 1860s.

Nag Tibba was declared a protected area in 1992 and is now a part of the Rajaji National Park. Today, the hill is a popular tourist destination and is also a trekking point.
 
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Visit the Tiger Falls

Tiger Falls is a waterfall located in the foothills of the Himalayas in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, on the banks of the Yamuna River. It is a beautiful waterfall that flows over a rocky cliff. The waterfall is named after the tiger that is often spotted here. The waterfall is a popular tourist destination and is frequented by locals and tourists alike. The falls are located in the Kalsi block, approximately 9 kilometres from Chakrata, and are approximately 300 feet high. Today, the site has many amenities and has become commercialized, which is yet another important element of its popularity apart from its natural beauty.
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Places to visit in Dehradun

Chetwoode Hall
Chetwoode Hall
Clock Tower
Clock Tower
Forest Research Institute
Forest Research Institute
Fun Valley
Fun Valley
Kalinga War Memorial
Kalinga War Memorial
Lacchiwalla
Lacchiwalla
Mall Road Mussoorie
Mall Road Mussoorie
Malsi Deer Park
Malsi Deer Park
Mindrolling Monastery
Mindrolling Monastery
Paltan Bazar
Paltan Bazar
Rajaji National Park
Rajaji National Park
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Robbers Cave
Robbers Cave
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapovan
Tapovan
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Trekking
Trekking
Zonal Museum
Zonal Museum
Dehradun Tour Packages

Shopping and eating in Dehradun

Dehradun is a city that is known for its shopping culture. The city is home to a number of shopping malls and markets that offer a wide variety of products to shoppers. The city's markets are especially known for their traditional handicrafts and products. Some of the popular markets in Dehradun include the Rajpur Road Market, the Clock Tower Market, the Paltan Bazaar, and the Tibetan Market. The city's malls offer a wide range of products, including clothes, cosmetics, electronic items, and home appliances.

When spoken of in terms of its aroma roots, the food culture in Dehradun is influenced by the culture of the Garhwali people. The cuisine of Dehradun is based on local ingredients such as wheat, rice, pulses, vegetables, and milk products. Common dishes include roti, puri, aloo gobi, paneer butter masala, dal makhani, chole bhature, and kaddu ka halwa. However, there are plenty of restaurants in Dehradun, serving both Indian and international cuisine. Some of the most popular places to eat in Dehradun include the Indian Coffee House, the United Coffee House, the Shimla Pahari Dhaba, the Omkaar Dhaba, the White Elephant, the Clock Tower, the Garhwal Rifles Mess, and the Dehradun Club.
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Places to visit in Dehradun

Chetwoode Hall
Chetwoode Hall
Clock Tower
Clock Tower
Forest Research Institute
Forest Research Institute
Fun Valley
Fun Valley
Kalinga War Memorial
Kalinga War Memorial
Lacchiwalla
Lacchiwalla
Mall Road Mussoorie
Mall Road Mussoorie
Malsi Deer Park
Malsi Deer Park
Mindrolling Monastery
Mindrolling Monastery
Paltan Bazar
Paltan Bazar
Rajaji National Park
Rajaji National Park
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Ram Rai Gurudwara
Robbers Cave
Robbers Cave
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapkeshwar Temple
Tapovan
Tapovan
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Tiger View Jungle Camp
Trekking
Trekking
Zonal Museum
Zonal Museum
Dehradun Tour Packages
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