An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, Tapkeshwar is on the banks of a rivulet.
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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.
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.
Majhon- Paunda, Via Nanda Ki Chowki, Premnagar, Dehradun
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.
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.