Mussoorie

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.

Bhadraj Temple

This temple dedicated to Lord Balbhadra, brother of Shri Krishna, offers a commanding view of the Doon Valley and Chakrata ranges.

Mussoorie - Yamuna Bridge

A great attraction for fishing. But you need a permit for that from District Forest Offices. Total distance is around 30 km.

Mussoorie - Lakha Mandal

Total distance, 80 km, located on the Mussoorie Yamunotri Road.

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Camel's Back road

Horse-riding and walking. Sunset view of the Himalayas. A superb rock formation, with a lifelike 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 bird s-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.

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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.

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Shopping

The main shopping centers in the city are Gandhi Chowk, the Mall, Kulri Bazaar and Landour Bazaar.

Walking sticks, hand knitted cardigans and sweaters along with antique and other memorabilia - are the good buys. Check out the following.

Natraj : for Woolen items

Benetton : on Mall; for ready-made garments

Cambridge : for books

Nirankari Cottage Industries : at the library end of the Mall, for carved woolen boxes, brass statues. Tibetan prayer wheels, Chinese vases, hand carved wooden walking sticks etc.

Check out for an antiques shop near Trek Himalayan Office for furniture and momentous from old British homes.

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