Mussoorie is a hill station in Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India. It is located in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayan ranges. This place is famous for flora & fauna, green hills. Other name of this place is Honey moon capital of India and Queen of hills. Mussoorie plants are abundant in this place. So, this place is named after these plants. This place came into existence in 1820 after discovering by British army. This place is famous for gift items, wooden decorative, Oakwood walking sticks, brass statues, prayer wheels etc.
What to see in Mussoorie:
Landour: It is a cantonment town which is very close to Mussoorie. Mussoorie and Landours are also known as twin towns. This is British Raj era hill station. During the olden times, British used to set up recreation centres to enjoy the nature. This is pollution free area. Landour Bazaar is 150 years old bazaar. Earlier it serves the needs of British soldiers.
Lal Tibba: Lal Tibba is the highest point in Mussoorie. It is most stunning place. Doordarshan and All India Radio towers are situated on the top of this point. Other attraction of this place is Old Japanese telescope on a 20m tall tower standing on the edge of the cliff. From this telescope, visitors can have a spectacular view of Banderpunch, Kedarnath, Badrinath and other Himalayan Mountain peaks.
Gun Hill: In Mussoorie, it is the second highest peak. Gun hill can be reached using the rope car. This rope car is 400m long. Other option to reach this place is by bridle path. From this place visitors can have spectacular view of Doon Valley and Himalayan ranges.
Jwalaji Temple: It is located on the top of Benog hill. Temple is dedicated to Jwala Devi. From this place visitors can have a view of Yamuna Valley, Doon Valley, and Himalayan Peaks.
Happy Valley: This is also known as Mini Tibet. It is the home place to 5000 Tibetan Refugees. After fleeing from Chinese authorities in Tibet, Dalai Lama established Tibetan Government in Exile at this place. Buddhist temple can be seen here.
Cloud’s End: This was built by British Major in 1838. It is one of the four British buildings at this place. This place offers the view of flora & fauna, Yamuna River, Himalayas.
What to see around Mussoorie:
Mussoorie Lake: This is located 6kms away from this place. Boating is the major attraction of this place.
Kempty fall: These are the beautiful waterfalls and considered as one of the best picnic spot near Musssoorie. Boating is another attraction of this place. It is located 18kms away from Mussoorie.
Jharipani Fall: This is an ideal picnic spot. It is located 7kms away from Mussoorie.
Mossey Falls: This picnic spot is surrounded by beautiful dense forest. It is 7kms away from Mussorie.
Other attractions near Mussoorie: Other attractions near Mussoorie are Lake Mist, Children’s Lodge, Nag Devta Temple, Camel’s Back road, Municipal garden, Dehradun, Dhanaulti, and Surkanda Devi.
Getting to Mussoorie: Mussoorie is well connected with road. From Srinagar, Delhi, Hanuman Chatti, Old Tehri etc buses come to this place. Nearest railway station is located at Dehradun. From Indore, Lucknow, Allahabad etc trains come to this place. Nearest airport is also located in Dehradun.
Getting around Mussoorie: Buses and Taxis are available to visit in and around places of Mussoorie.
Best time to visit Mussoorie: Best time to visit this place is between April to June and again between September to November.
Where to stay in Mussoorie: Plenty of accommodations are available to stay in Mussoorie including luxury hotels.
Where to eat in Mussoorie: Plenty of restaurants are available to eat in Mussoorie. Cuisines ranging from south Indian to continental are available at this place.