Dehra Dun is the doon valley at the bottom of Himalayas, situated between the rivers Ganga and Yamuna. It is the capital of Uttarakhand and lies 236 kilometres north of the national capital region. The government has been trying to develop Dehradun as a smart city, a centre of development to take the population load off Delhi, which is getting more crowded with each passing day. Once known as the city of Dehra, the place is close to the Himalayan hill stations like Mussoorie as well as a number of holy centres like Hrishikesh and Haridwar. A trip to Dehradun is about enjoying the different aspects of this beautiful place.
The tourist attractions of Dehradun has a sense of variety that only a few other places in the country can offer. For a nature lover looking for a getaway, Dehradun lies in close proximity to a host of hill stations like Mussoorie, Chakrata etc but then if you are a wildlife lover, this place has sanctuaries to keep you interested. For someone looking to stretch their muscles with some sporting activity, there are places for golf and cycling. There are museums and other institutions too that you can visit but if you are into spirituality, Dehradun has a number of Hindu temples. Let’s look at a few of the attractions in Dehradun.
Mussoorie
35 kilometres from Dehradun, at the foothills of Garhwal Himalayan range, lies this beautiful hill station. It is amazing that you can find such calmness and solitude in Mussoorie which is not too far from the busy Delhi. For many Delhi dwellers suffering from pollution, this place is what rejuvenates their lungs. With plenty of local shops, beautiful picturesque landscapes and the unique forest-smell in the air, Uttarakhand is an ideal getaway.
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