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Winter capital of Uttarakhand, India
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Dehradun (Hindi: देहरादून Dehrādūn) is the winter capital of the Indian state of Uttarakhand. Nestled between the Himalayan foothills to the north and the Shivaliks to the south, the town offers breathtaking scenery. It is a favourite destination among tourists, pilgrims and enthusiasts alike from different regions with its serene environment. Apart from this, there is an abundance of basmati rice, tea and lychee gardens.
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The Indian Military Academy. A charming little museum housing collections of 20th century military artifacts.
Built by the British, this remains the icon of the downtown area.
Majhon- Paunda, Via Nanda Ki Chowki, Premnagar, Dehradun
The only war memorial of its kind in the world which was erected by the British to honour their foe, the Gurkhas (or the Gorkhas).
Small town in the Dehradun District with ancient monuments such as the Edicts_of_Ashoka.
Lavish environs and one of the largest institutes of its kind. Guided tours available. Admission free. Museum entry ₹25, covers 6 halls. Photography permitted in the compound but not in the museum halls.
Rashtriya Indian Military College
RIMC is one of the finest schools in India for training young men to become a part of the Indian Armed Forces.
Also known as Guchchu Pani
Robber's cave is a beautiful picnic spot. On display here is one of nature's strange phenomena; a stream of water goes underground here and reappears a few metres away. The cave is surrounded by hills and is a beautiful getaway for those looking for peace and quiet of the hills.
Another place worth a visit is the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology. It is the best center on Himalayan geology in the country and has done some pioneering work in the field. A museum displaying the geological diversity of the sub-continent is the center of attraction here and a must see for all those visiting the institute.
Comprised of a group of four temples around Dehradun : Lakshman Siddh (along the Dehradun-Rishikesh road 12 km from Dehradun), Kalu Siddh (near Baniyawala), Manak Siddh (near Shimla Bypass Road) and Madu Siddh (near Premnagar). Small temples in scenic and as yet unspoilt locales. It is commonly believed that visiting all four Siddhs in a single day will fulfil a devotee's wishes.
A large Buddhist monastery in the Tibetan Nyingma tradition.
Built by Guru Har Rai's son, it attracts many Sikh pilgrims from the nearby state of Punjab. Admission is free and non-Sikhs are welcome.
This place of worship holds a high spiritual value, and is thus visited by tourists across the country.
An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, Tapkeshwar is on the banks of a rivulet.
According to legend, Guru Dronacharya did penance here.
One of the finest bar and multicuisine restaurant in Dehradun in a soothing ambience.
Delicious food and amazing ambiance with live ghazals.
Hotel with a restaurant, bar, coffee shop. Pavilion is the multi cuisine restaurant in the hotel providing you with a range of Indian, Chinese and Mughlai delicacies. The colonial styled restaurant overlooks the scenic mountain slopes. Polo Bar in the hotel premises keeps a good stock of foreign liquors.
This well-known multicuisine restaurant serves Chinese, Indian and Continental food.
One of the best restaurants for authentic Tibetan fare located on Rajpur Road close to the Old Mussoorie Road diversion. This is several kilometres out of town. Call them for bookings or to order a pick-up meal. No home deliveries.
Famous for North Indian fast food. Try the samosa or bread pakora.
A series of small restaurants between Dehradun and Mussoorie famous for their Maggie. One can also have the beautiful view of Dehradun city from up there.
Restaurant with scenic views nestled on the side of the mountain overlooking verdant valleys. Decent food. Tibetan, Thai, Chinese, food is served here. Quiet place with good ambiance and delicious food.
One of the best restaurants in town which provides Indian (like home cooked food)& Chinese food.
It has an abundance of eateries from McDonald's to Nirula's to roadside buffets... the food is great. Try Tibetan dishes available opposite the Parade Ground, or get some cheap but delicious vegetarian thalies near the station.
Great momos (steamed buns filled with meat).
Famous for South Indian food. Start off with piping hot idlis, and move on to crispy dosas. Round off the meal in style with strong filter coffee.
A good multi-cuisine restaurant serving tasty and wholesome food. (A restaurant of Hotel Madhuban.)
The English Book Depot, 15 Rajpur Road. Excellent coffee, iced tea and pastries.
Modern cafe with outdoor seating. Continental, Thai, and Indian meals served.
Standard CCD fare.
A cozy cafe with outdoor and attic seating. Good coffee. Italian cuisine. Tends to get crowded in the evenings.
A small cafe with outdoor seating. A wide rage of breads. Tasty snacks.
A pleasant cafe with swing chairs. Excellent coffee. Friendly service. Meals.
A good range of drinks and snacks.
In Rajpur Road you can find this and well known for its North Indian food, especially a varaity of kebabs and mughlai dishes
Well-designed rooms.
Offers modern facilities.
Clean, but with basic facilities.
The web page for the Best Western international chain does not list this hotel, so its claim to be a Best Western hotel is unverified.
Well-run, good value. Has food & beverage facilities. Call 09358106043,09358106046,09358106047 for reservations.
5 km from railway station and 2 km from ISBT. Four-star hotel.
Has decorated rooms, suites with Wi-Fi, a big conference hall, a wedding hall, etc.
Swimming pool, business centre (with computers, printers, and other office equipment), child care, conference and event facilities, tennis or basketball courts, gymnasium, restaurants, day spa, and social function services.
A smart business hotel. A one-minute walk from Pacific Mall.
A pleasant and efficient hotel next to the Pacific Mall.
A very high-end wellness resort. Fantastic food with Ayurvedic options. Yoga, Ayurvedic and traditional Tibetan massage, acupuncture, tai chi. Classes in spiritual matters, with a strong emphasis on Tibetan Buddhism. Indian classical music performances. Very friendly service.
A design led social enterprise, Alaya Design Studio works with Craft and Skill based artisan communities in the state of Uttarakhand. At their retail outlet based in 94, Old Rajpur, you can find contemporary designs of Crafts and Furniture in locally available materials such as Bamboo, Wood, Handcrafted Copper, Natural fibers etc.
Another great bookshop where you can get practically any book you want.
15, Rajpur Road - the best bookshop for miles, with an excellent stock of fiction, travel literature, magazines and newspapers.
They use natural dyes to produce hand-woven shawls, stoles, scarves and throws of wool, eri silk and pashmina. Their aim is popularize the use of environmentally friendly natural dyes and provide a market for craft products made in the Himalayan region. They have a showroom in Chowk Bazaar (Rajpur). They also have a showroom 8 km from Mussoorie on the Mussoorie-Dhanaulti Road.
By train
{{station|Dehradun|city=india|nr}} (station code: DDN) offers trains to Delhi, Mumbai, Varanasi, Prayagraj, Kolkata, Gorakhpur, Amritsar, Indore, Ujjain and Chennai. Useful trains include:
By bus
g. going to Rishikesh. Ask the driver of your current bus, where to catch the onward bus.
By car
The trip from Delhi is in principle a five-hour drive, but unless departing very early in the morning, traffic greatly lengthens the journey.
By auto rickshaw
Auto rickshaws are plentiful in the downtown area. They are not metered, but instead use a fixed rate system.
By shared (fixed-route) autorickshaws
The cheapest way to get around town is via the ubiquitous blue three wheelers called Vikrams. These vehicles are often crammed, with capacity for 8 cramped passengers in the back.
On foot
The best way to explore the town is on foot, since it is surprisingly compact. Finding your way around is not that difficult as it may seem at first glance.
By car or taxi
You can easily book a taxi in Dehradun from many local tour & travel agents operating. A car rental from good travel company can be opted for local & outstation journey.
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