Mussoorie
Brief
Mussoorie is a picturesque hill resort, set up during the days of the Raj. A mountain - resort town at the Himalayan foothills, Mussoorie has everything to offer. Trek through the hills or jump over little hills, streams and flowers in the valley, or go fishing in the cool streams, or proceed for rock climbing or mountaineering if you wish. A cool gateway with vignettes of the colonial era, Mussoorie is snow white in winter and flower-bright in spring. Salubrious and balmy in summer and leaf green and fern-filled in the rains, Mussorie is a paradise in all seasons.
History
One of the oldest hill stations and now a premier tourist destination, Mussoorie with its foggy hills and cool winds, was established by the Britishers. Discovered by an adventurous military officer, Captain Young, in 1827, Mussoorie was developed by the British as an escape from the heat of the plains.
CultureClimate & Geogaphical Location
Mussoorie has a very pleasant climate all throughout the year. Located in the Garhwal hills at an altitude of 2,000 m, Mussoorie is spread on a 15 km-long saw-toothed ridge commanding an awesome view of the extensive Himalayan snow ranges in the north-east and the Doon Valley in the south.
How to Reach
Mussoorie is well connected by road, rail and air. By air, the nearest airport Jolly Grant at Dehradun is 60 kms away and is connected with flights to Delhi. By rail, the nearest railhead is Dehradun, 34 km away and is well connected with direct trains coming in from Delhi, Calcutta, Mumbai, Varanasi, Lucknow and other places. By road, Mussoorie is connected to Dehradun, which in turn is connected to all major cities. There is good network of roads and Mussoorie has frequent buses run by the U.P. State Roadways, state transport systems of Delhi, Himachal, Haryana, Rajasthan and private operators provide deluxe and ordinary bus services to Dehradun and other centres of the circuit.
Tourist Places
Camels Back Road
Its a road with a difference. Shaped, like the back of a camel, this 3 km road stretches from Kulri Bazaar near the Rink Hall to Library Bazaar. A horse ride on this road, especially at sunset, is an experience in itself.
Kempty Falls
On the Yamunotri Road, 18 km from Mussoorie town, Kempty Falls is one of the most frequented spots.This attractive waterfall has an altitude of 1370m. Many tourists enjoy a bath at the foot of the falls during summer.
Others
CHAMBA - Chamba (Tehri) is breathtaking for its beautiful fruit orchards. With the mighty Himalayas providing the perfect backdrop, the main attraction of this place is the seasonal fruits ,one can buy here. CHILDREN LODGE - Ride a horse or take a leisurely walk up to the top to the highest peak of Mussoorie near Lal Tibba. The breath-taking view from up here is worth the climb. CLOUDS END - 18 km away from Mussoorie, this is the most appropriate place for honeymooners. Originally a bungalow built in 1838, by a British Major, Clouds End has now been converted into a hotel. GUN HILL - The second highest point in Mussoorie, the Gun Hill offers breathtaking views of the valley below. The best view to catch a fabulous sight, is on the ropeway ride from the Mall to Gun hill, which is sheer exhilaration. JWALAJI TEMPLE (ELENOG HILL) - About 9 km from Mussoorie, this temple is on top of the Benog Hill. Another excellent viewpoint, the temple is surrounded by thick forests. You can do the first 7 km by road, but the remaining 2 km have to be covered on foot. NAG DEVTA TEMPLE - An ancient temple, it has many devout followers. The Nag Devta Temple, is believed to grant the wishes of the devotees who pray here. An ancient temple on the Cart Mackenzie Road, it also offers a pleasant view of the Doon Valley. NAG TIBBA - An ideal spot for trekking, Nag Tibba is the highest peak around Mussoorie and covered by thick forests at an altitude of 10,000 ft. Located near the Rest House at Devalsari at Thatyur, it is 34 km from Mussoorie and is connected by a bus service. THE JHEEL - An ideal and refreshing picnic spot on the Dehradun - Mussoorie road, the Jheel offers boating facilities, with a scintillating view of the Doon valley. VAN CHETAN KENDRA - Famous for its diverse wildlife, the Van Chetna Kendra has some of the rare species including the ghural, kanakar, Himalayan peacock and monal. YAMUNA BRIDGE - An ideal spot for fishing and angling, the Yamuna Bridge is a scenic angling spot where hill Trout and Mahseer can be caught. But before you go fishing, fishing permits must be obtained from the Divisional Forest Officer in Mussorie.
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