Dehradun

Now the capital of Uttaranchal, Dehradun is nestled in a wide and thickly forested valley of the Shivalik ranges, Dehradun is known for its salubrious climate. Because, Once a stronghold of the Garhwal kings and later appropriated by the British as a residential resort, the town has several institutions and public schools. It is probably best known for the institutions the British left behind most notably the huge Forest Research Institute in the north of the town. Other important institutions include the Indian Military Academy, the wildlife Institute of India and the Survey of India. The climate is conductive to the growth of fruit trees and Dehradun is famous for its fruit orchards.

Best 10 hotels in Dehradun:

1. Vishranti A Doon Valley Resort & Spa
2. Four Points by Sheraton Dehradun
3. Hotel Pacific
4. Ramada Dehradun
5. Lemon Tree Hotel, Dehradun
6. Seyfert Sarovar Premiere
7. Regenta LP Vilas by Royal Orchid Hotels
8. Madhuban Hotel
9. Hotel Aketa
10. Inderlok Hotel

These hotels are well-regarded for their comfort, service, and amenities, catering to various preferences and budgets.

Sightseeing In Dehradun

Forest Research Institute

Established by the British in the early years of this century, the Institute is one of the finest of its kind in the world. The Institute set in fine lawns and forests surrounding it, with the Himalaya providing a spectacular backdrop.

Tapkeshwar Temple

Guchhu Pani, named Popular, is located 8 kms. away from Dehradun. I must cover the last kilometer on foot. Lord Shiva is dedicated this temple.. The cave is a picnic spot, surrounded by hills.

Ram Rai Darbar

Tucked away in the streets of the Paltan Bazzar is Dehradun’s best-keep secret, the mausoleum of Ram Rai. In the central chamber is the bed of Ram Rai in a state of eternal readiness by devotees of Udasi sect.

Near Places

Lakshman Sidh

Built in homage to a saint of this name, it is a popular picnic spot on the road to Rishikesh.

Sarastradhara

14 kms. east of Dehradun. The medical sulphur springs here are a great attraction.

Robber’s Cave

A popular picnic spot 8 km. of Dehradun from central Dehradun.

Rajaji National Park

This thickly forested sanctuary spreads all the way to Dehradun.

Kalsi

We see two Ashokan inscriptions at this picturesque place.

Paonta Sahib

51 kms. from Dehradun and in Himachal Pradesh is Paonta Sahib, a famous pilgrimage centre for Sikhs. Overlooking the river Yamuna is the Gurudwara, where Guru Govind Singh wrote the major portion of the Dasam Granth.

Lakhmandal

The Kauravas planned to burn the Pandavas alive in the Laksha Griha (house of lac) that they built. There are a number of old temples here, dedicated to Shiva, the Pandavas and Parasuram.

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