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Hill station in Uttarakhand, India
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Mussoorie is a hill station in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. With its green hills and varied flora and fauna, Mussoorie is a fascinating hill resort and a fabulous honeymoon spot. Commanding a wonderful view of extensive Himalayan snow ranges to the northeast and glittering views of the Doon Valley, Roorkee, Saharanpur and Haridwar to the South, the town presents a fairyland atmosphere to tourists.
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On the way back to Dehradun from Mussoorie take the opportunity to see Bhatta Falls. 2-km trek, 3 km away from Mussoorie. Mussoorie Lake is also another site to relax that is located on the same route. Boating is available there.
Kempty Falls
About 15 km from Mussoorie, this now over-built spot is a popular tourist destination. Catch a taxi or a bus from the Library stand.
It is a government initiative, a man made beautiful park with artificial falls and fun rides. From Gun Hill Point rickshaws are available. It costs 100/- fixed rate per person round trip.
You can enjoy the trolley ride to Gun Hill to view the splendid view of all the city and ice capped Himalaya. Trolley charge is ₹55 round trip. Lots of photographic opportunities available as traditional dress being worn by populace is common. Up there, it is like a small fair with lots of stalls for games, snacks and nick-knacks.
A couple kilometres from the Library end of the Mall, Happy Valley is a 5,000-strong Tibetan settlement. This is a beautiful spot for a short hike. Taxis and possibly bicycle rickshaws ply this route.
An interesting place on the way to Dhanaulti which uses natural dyes to produce hand-woven shawls, scarves and throws from wool, eri silk and pashmina. They have a shop 8 km from Mussoorie on the Mussoorie-Dhanaulti Road.
Jawahar Aquarium has a very nice collection of fish. Entry ticket is only ₹15.
It is 5 km away from the library bus stand. From Dehradun to Mussoorie, for Jharipani one has to take a right turn 11 km before Mussoorie. Motorable roads are nicely maintained by the government. To reach the falls from main road. It's a 2-km trek.
About 5 km before Kempty Falls on the Mussoorie-Kempty road is a good picnic spot with accommodation and restaurant facilities; boating is also available. With the Kempty river flowing through it, Lake Mist has many small waterfalls made by the river.
A scenic, 5-km uphill walk from Picture Palace to the highest point in Mussoorie. Passes through Landour Bazaar.Old light house is the nice thing to see there. It's a long walk to Lal Tibba from Picture Palace, about 2 to 3 hours.
Shedup Choepelling temple
It is located on the Happy Valley road close to the IAS Academy. The temple can be visited between 7AM to 5PM. Mussoorie was the Dalai Lama's first place of refuge when he fled Tibet, before he was granted land in Dharamshala by then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru.
The mall road is long stretch of road surrounded by shops, restaurants, and hotels.
The oldest book shop in the area, the well-read and the owner of the shop is genial and helpful.
The school offers classes in Hindi, Urdu, Sanskrit and the local dialect of Garhwali.
Mussoorie offer some walks around the town. On walk you can take from Library Point to Landhaur Market via camel's back road. It is still free from noise and offers beautiful views.
Kurli This multi-cuisine place has a bar and a bakery that are part of the menu.
Great place to have Indian, Chinese and Continental food. It is most famous for its Chinese cuisine and is cherished by the regular tourists as well as the locals.
An amazing biryani from locally grown basmati rice makes it a treat to dine here. The Chinese food comes as a close second favourite.
A restaurant that provides authentic Tibetan, Chinese and Thai dishes. This restaurant is run by Tibetan family who is the youngest brother of six sibling.
An amazing candy shop joint which serves lovely paranthas.
Probably serves the best omelettes in Mussoorie. This 100-sq-ft outlet is a favourite with students and ex-student tourists.
Serves piping hot Dosas (spicy crisp vegetarian crepe).
Oldest sweet shop of Uttarakhand. Serving quality sweets from last 151 years. The shop was established in 1860 during the British period. Gulab jamuns, pure chocolate barfi, kalakand, sonhalwa are among the favourites.
Nice place to dine specially north Indian food. It is located on the mall road near Uphaar. Very well behaved waiters.
A Chinese and Tibetan food restaurant run by a very friendly Tibetan family. The food is delicious and cheap.
This multi-cuisine place has a bar and a bakery. Famous for their Pahadi food and cuisine.
Not-quite-Western prices, this chain cafe will offer you a brief respite from the surrounding sea of chai.
In the same building of Cafe Coffee Day.
This is one of the very rare bars in Mussoorie which offers an experience of drinking with live music.
The bar has lots of variety of cocktails, mocktails and other alcohol.
High-end, amazing views and lovely cottages. Friendly service. Pick up and drop from Mall road for a fee.
Although Broadway is very close to the Mall and all its attractions, it is in a quiet spot (except for the call to prayer from the nearby masjid) overlooking the valley. It offers reasonable rates, and friendly staff.
Part of the Country Inn and Suites chain, a little away from Mall Road. Going to Mall Road requires a trip over steep terrain, but the hotel provides pickup/dropoff so guests don't have to negotiate the terrain by themselves. Snow capped peaks might be visible from hotel compound on clear days.
Kincreg, Dehradun Credit cards: not accepted. Tariff: ₹1,150 (non air-conditioned double room), ₹1,650 (air-conditioned double room), ₹1,850 (suite).
The Mall, Tariff: ₹1,500 (double room) in off season.
Situated in the heart of the City Hotel Ashoka offers a panoramic view of hills and valley, most enchanting view of sun kissing Shivalik Peaks. Tariff Ranges from ₹1350-2500. Tel: +91 11-42437263-66, Fax: +91 11-26133299,
Roof top parking with homely food and good budget rooms.
A nature-friendly hotel offering rooms and cottage.
It's an old hotel/building (built before 1908), the rooms are large, clean but basic. Room rents are low at ₹500 for double room.
On a hilltop. Signature dishes of Regency restaurant: Bhatti Da Murgh, Matar Wali Tikki, Bhuni Chaat, Dal Regency, Oven Roasted Fish. Cafe Manor at the Valley View tower (open 8AM-11PM) offers a mix of international flavours. They also have bars called Marshals Lounge (open noon to 11PM).
Near the main mall road away from the daily commotion. Nice food, and good rooms.
Very budget-friendly hotel.
A variety of branded store like, Reebok, Liberty, Koutons, Music World, PlanetM and Wingsfield have come up on the main mall road.
The oldest photography shop in Mussoorie. This shop offers facilities such as printing photographs.
Hilly Cottage Industries (Ropeways Shopping Centre, The Mall Road, is one of the famous shops on The Mall Road. Here you can choose from a wide variety of wooden walking sticks, hand-carved jewellery boxes, magazine racks, wooden bowls & trays.
Bal mithai and chocolate barfi. The shop is more than 150 years old and locally famous for Gulab Jamuns, Son Halwa, Balushai, Ghewar, Singori, Pan Gilori, variety of Mathries, etc. They also send Bal Mithai and Pure Chocolate Barfi by courier, all across India.
By rickshaw
A relatively flat section of the Mall allows a fleet of rickshaws to ply their trade. You can catch a ride from the Library end of the Mall to about the midpoint.
By taxi
Taxis are not a useful form of transport within Mussoorie. If you are heading up to Landour with luggage, it would be wise to catch a ride.
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