Mussoorie, with its green hills and varied flora & fauna, is a facinating hill resort. Commanding snow ranges to the north-east, and glittering views of the Doon Valley & Shiwalik ranges in the south, the town presents a fairyland atmosphere. Mussoorie is famous for its scenic beauty.
Getting There
By Air: The nearest Airport is Jolly Grant, 60kms (Dehradun).
By Rail: Dehradun (34kms) is the nearest railhead. It is a Northern Railway terminus connected with all major cities such as Delhi, Howrah, Bombay, Amritsar, Lucknow and Varanasi.
By Road: Mussoorie is connected with Dehradun (34kms). Dehradun, in turn is connected with all major cities in India through direct motorable roads.
Distances
* Dehradun - 34 kms
* Haridwar - 101 kms
* Rishikesh - 76 kms
* Yamunotri - 139 kms
Attractions -
Camel's Back Road : A pony ride or walk along this 3-km long road from Kulri Bazaar to Library Bazaar offers views of the mountains. On the way, visitors can step into an old British cemetery. Christ Church : Within easy walking distance, above the Library end of The Mall is the imposing Gothic style church. Built in 1837, it is a notable landmark of Mussoorie. Stained glass windows are one of its attractive features.
Gun Hill: This is the second highest peak in Mussoorie from where you can get a picturesque view of the town as well as stunning views of snowcapped peaks in the distance. A ride in the cable-car between the lower station on The Mall and the upper station on Gun Hill is an enjoyable experience.
Lal Tibba: An invigorating 5-km walk from the Tourist Office takes you to Lal Tibba on the highest hill. You can get a panoramic view of the entire Doon Valley and the Shivalik Range from here. On a clear day you may even see the majestic Nanda Devi peak (25,640 ft).
Municipal Gardens: These gardens lie within the municipal limits and are popular with domestic tourists. They are easily accessible by car, pony or cycle-rickshaw. Visitors can picnic here and also take a boat ride on the artificial lake.
Mussoorie Lake: The Jheel (Mussoorie Lake) is 8 km on the road to Dehra Dun. It is an artificial pond where paddleboats are available on hire.
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