A tranquil tiny hamlet juxtaposed in the Himalayan Garhwal hills is the Queen Of Hills, Mussoorie. Sitting at an altitude of 1,880 metres, Mussoorie is surrounded by snow laden Shiwalik ranges of the Indian Himalayas, cradled by the whispering willows and the sweet invigorating winds singing a lullaby, the town offers the panoramic views of the enchanting valley, twinkling cityscape during night and bustling waterfalls – perfect to fend off your summer blues, making it a perfect holiday destination. A captivating paradise, which gets attracted by tourists all around the year, by leisure travellers to honeymooners.
The glittering hill station of Mussoorie is located at a distance of 40 km from the state capital of Uttaranchal, Dehradun. The town is a colonial hill station, founded in 1827 by Britishers when they had climbed up the hill from Doon Valley and found this ridge offering great views and a salubrious climate. The romantic weather of Mussoorie is the reason why many famous personalities like Ruskin Bond chose it as their home.
Things To Do In Mussoorie
Connect to the Mother Nature
Capture the captivating beauty of the mountain ranges to the green lush delights as you witness the gigantic Kempty Fall, plunging from a height of almost 1,364 metres hitting the pool with somersaults. Bathe or sit by the side of the cascading fall and enjoy a sip of hot tea. Another spectacular waterfall is Bhatta falls, located about 8 km from Mussoorie on Mussoorie-Dehradun road is set amidst serene surroundings.
Go for an easy flat stroll along the Camel Back road to witness beautiful panoramic views of the Himalayas, forestry and various view points like Hawa Mahal Pagoda or breathe the fresh air of the hills along with the view of a waterfall, boasting flowers and boating in Mussoorie Municipal garden. View the peaks of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Bandarpunch and other Himalayan ranges from a telescope at Lal Tibba or enjoy a cable car ride to Gun Hill that offers 360 degree views of Doon valley and the Garhwal himalayas .
Hiking and Trekking
Located about 9 km from Mussoorie, is another waterfall called Jharipani Falls where the last 1.5 km is to be covered on foot. Head out to Jabarkhet Wildlife Sanctuary or Benog Sanctuary for the trekking as well as for sighting wildlife. Wildlife enthusiasts can indulge themselves in bird watching and can spot various games. Another gorgeous trek is to Nag Tibba, sitting at an altitude of around 3000 m, the hike takes around 5-6 hours which offers incredible views else, for a unique thrilling experience opt for Robber’s Cave river trail
Adventure Travels
Experience the most memorable and experiential joy with Camping at nearby locations. Witness the beautiful green sprawled meadows, sunset and star studded sky as you camp at
George Everest peak or in Chakrata. Experience sky walking on a rope or sky bridging, as you walk on the longest hanging bridge in Dhanaulti. Else indulge yourself in rappelling or valley crossing in Kanatal. Many adventure camps around offer Zip lining, rope course, rock climbing, rappelling, river rafting etc. along with barbeque dinners around the bonfire at night. One can choose to stay in Pahadi mud houses in Kanatal for a completely different experience.
Shop Till you Drop
The central location and the heart of the town is the Mall Road, a plethora of shops decorated with shawls, hats, video game parlours etc is a perfect place to hangout. Don’t forget to buy yourself a souvenir. There are antique lamp posts and benches for capturing the best of the moments. Take a scenic walk from the Gandhi Chowk to the Library Bazaar.
Cosy Cafes
Mussoorie is all about a cozy environment. The cafe- cum-restaurants here serve pizzas, chocolate cakes, shakes, homemade chocolates and many delicacies. One can taste the freshly brewed beers in the brewing houses or can relish the best Thukpa and Tibetan cuisine in the Chinese restaurants.
Warm People
Mussoorie may be known for its cool weather but its people are warm. Wherever you go,people welcome you with eager smiles and warmth.
Best time to visit
Although Mussoorie looks beautiful no matter what time of the year you visit.
The most pleasant weather is in the summers, from April to June and early winters, from October-November.
During the monsoon, June and July, the town is in lush-green colour. With the valley being jewelled by the clouds up above.
One should avoid heavy monsoon days as the region is prone to landslides too.
Winters, December to February, are the months when one can witness snowfall here.
How To Reach
By Road
Mussoorie is very well connected by road.
To reach Mussoorie, one has to reach Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand. From there drive through the diamond cut mountainous roads for 40 km.
By Air
The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, which lies 60 km from Mussoorie.
By Train
Again, the nearest train station is Dehradun, located around 35 Km from Mussoorie.
So what are you waiting for?
Jump out of bed and get started for your beautiful Mussoorie trip with IndiaATour.
Your best travel partner for your next Soulful Trip!!
