Dehradun, the capital city of Uttarakhand, is nestled between the vibrant ‘doon’ of River Ganga and River Yamuna. Lying in the foothills of the Himalaya and Shivalik ranges, Dehradun is well known for its alluring mountains and landscapes. It is one of the most popular hill stations in India.
Forest Research Institute Museum
This massive structure is known to be larger than the Buckingham Palace in London. It is magnificently built by combining the Greco-Roman and Colonial style of architecture. It also showcases brilliant paintings by Afshan Zaidi and a cross-section of a 700-year old Deodar Tree.
Indian Military Academy
The Indian Military Academy was built on the estate of the then Railway College at Dehradun in 1932. It is located on the National Highway which divides the South and North campus. The Chetwode Hall built in 1930 is the administrative headquarters and the training hub of IMA.
Santala Devi Temple
Santala Devi Temple is dedicated to the Goddess who turned into stone upon realizing that she won't be able to defend herself from the Mughals. It is located 15 kilometres from Dehradun and is an important place with great cultural and religious significance.
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara means ‘thousand-fold spring' and provides an enchanting view of the Baldi River and the caves. A projecting limestone ledge is formed due to the accumulation of limestone over centuries. The sulphur bath here has medicinal properties.
Lachhiwala
22 kilometres away from Dehradun is a quaint, peaceful picnic spot ideal for family getaways known as Lachhiwala.
Laxman Siddh
The Laxman Siddh Temple is famous and easily accessible at the distance of 12 kilometres from Dehradun.
Malsi Deer Park
Malsi Deer Park is a mini-zoological park which is surrounded by greenery. It also has a children’s park and is an ideal spot for a family to spend time together.
Chandrabani Temple
Situated 7 kilometres away from Dehradun is the famous Chandrabani Temple which was once said to have been occupied by Maharishi Gautam and his family.
