Trip to Dehradun and Mussoorie

Dehradun:

Dehradun situated at an altitude of 640mts above the sea level, is one of the oldest cities of India nestled in the mountain ranges of Himalayas making Dehradun as a hill station which comes under the recently formed state of Uttarakhand. Some of the premier educational and training institutions such as  Indian Military Academy, Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy ets are also therein Dehradun making it as an educational centre.

Mussorie:

As we proceeded on the pleasant journey to the famous hill station, Mussoorie, the snow covered hills welcomed us like a Christmas tree covered with snow.

The charming hill station, which is also popularly known as queen of the hills, is situated at 34kms to Dehradun, at an altitude of 2003 mts above the sea level. The name Mussoorie is derived from the plants “Mussorie” which are found in abundance in the area.

Gun Hill:

A rope-way ride of 400mts to one of the highest peaks of Mussoorie offers a serene view of the valleys of Mussoorie.

Municipal Garden:

This garden is a picnic spot with a well maintained artificial lake with boating facility. One doesn’t only find boats in this lake but also find companions in the form of geese floating like lotus flowers on water.

Kempty Falls:

Situated at 15 kms from Mussoorie is the chilled water fall of kempty which is a prettiest and biggest waterfall surrounded by high mountains. Bath at the foot of the fall is allowed and can be enjoyed by both children and adults. One has to travel through a road at an altitude of 4500ft to reach kempty fall, the road to which is one of the best roads. Travel through this road is one memorable ride as it provides a delightful view of the valleys beneath.

Mussoorie Lake:

Is the one which is newly developed as picnic spot providing an enchanting view of the doon valley and nearby villages. The boats welcome us to go for a ride in the green waters of the lake.

The geese taking a ride around in the lake in a perfect line.