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| Nestled in a wide and thickly forested valley of the Shivalik ranges, Dehradun is known for its salubrious climate. 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. Its proximity to Mussoorie is an added attraction. The climate is conducive to the growth of fruit trees and Dehradun is famous for its fruit orchards.
Accessibility Airways- Dehradun is well connected with Delhi and other important centres in northern India, mostly via Delhi. Besides Indian Airlines, private operators also provide the connectivity. The Jolly Grant Airport is about 25 km from Dehradun. Tourist taxis are available for transfer to the city. Alternatively, one can catch any bus running between Dehradun and Rishikesh. Rail- A number of trains are available for Dehradun. From Dehradun and other important centres in UP and several centres of India. Dehradun is an important rail head on Northern Railway and is connected to many parts of the country with express trains. Some of the major trains for Dehradun are:
Roadways- Dehradun is well connected by Roads. One can easily reach Dehradun from Delhi by following the GT Road, passing through Hindon River Bridge, Modinagar, Meerut, Muzaffarnagar and Roorkee, the travel time is about 5-6 hrs. Road distances to some important centers are (km about) Delhi 255 km; Haridwar 54 km; Rishikesh 43 km; At Dehradun, the two bus terminals are : Delhi Bus Stand on Gandhi Road, which is an inter state bus stand; and Mussoorie Bus Stand at the Dehradun Railway Stadiumoffering bus services to Mussorie and other destinations in the Himalayan region. Taxi Road Distances to and from Dehradun (km about)
Stop overs between Dehradun - Delhi Tourist Information Regional Tourist Office, Hotel Drona, 45 Gandhi Road. Phone: (0135)653217. Director, Tourism, (Hills), 3/3, Industrial Area, Patel Nagar. Phones: (0135)627406, Fax: 624147 Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam Limited (GMVN), Sachivalaya Building, Survey Chowk, Lansdowne Marg, Dehradun. Ph. (0135)651071, 656817
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. Across the six galleries of its Museum are laid out some of the best collections of specimens of flora and fauna. Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology Another place of interest worth a visit. A museum containing rock samples, semiprecious stones and fossils is the center of attraction here. Tapkeshwar Temple Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple is beside a stream, which is directed to flow onto the lingam. During Shivratri, a large fair is held here. Robber's Cave Popularly known as Guchhu Pani, it is situated 8 km from Dehradun. The last kilometer has to be covered on foot. The cave is a picnic spot, surrounded by hills. Here, water vanishes underground only to reappear after a few yards in the form of a stream. Other places of interest include: Malsi Deer Park (10 km) a newly developed spot on Dehradun Mussoouri diversion road. Jhanda Fair This fair marks the arrival of Guru Ram Rai, the Sikh Guru, at Dehradun. In the year 1699, Guru Ram Rai built a Gurudwara, Guru Ram Rai Darbar and hoisted his flag. Till this day a large fair is held here every year in the month of March/April on the sixth day after Holi and a flag (Jhanda) unfurled at Jhanda Chowk. Tapkeshwar Fair 6 km from Dehradun is the famous Tapkeshwar Shiv Temple. Annually a fair is held here on Shivratri dedicated to Lord Shiva. Lakhawar Fair This fair held at Lakhawar village, during September-October, is very popular in the neighboring area of Chakrata, 78 km from Mussoorie. The fair reflects the customs and traditions of Garhwali tribes. Activities include cultural programs and sport competitions. Fishing Premier spots are Satya Narain, Kansro, Dhalipur, Kulhal, Lachhiwala. Permits from Divisional Forest Officer, 5, Tilak Road. Phone: (0135)23794. Golf Dehradun is famous for it's woollens. Main shopping areas are; Sahakari Bazaar, Rajpur Road Market, Astley Hall, Paltan Bazaar and Connaught Place.
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