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Dehradun, the land of Gods

Location– Dehradun District 

Nearest Railway Station – Dehradun Terminal 

Nearest Airport – Jolly Grant Airport

Best time to visit- March-June

Recommended stay duration– 2 days

Tucked away in the Doon Valley lies the shining city of Dehradun. Being a well-known slope station, it attracts solo travellers, families, and couples for a liberal touring alternative. The city’s tourist attractions can be categorized into four or five areas- nature, sports, sanctuary, museums, and institutions. It is also heaven due to its natural environment and religious temples. To visit and experience all the attractions, one must employ the cabs in Dehradun.

Wealthy in its natural beauty, it is covered by the waters of the two most prime streams of the nation, Yamuna and Ganga. Dehradun’s Jolly Grant Airport acts as an airbase for several nearby destinations such as Haridwar, Rishikesh, Auli, and Chopta.

The city is also known as ‘The adobe of Drona’. Legend has it that the city was considered fit by the warfare teacher Guru Dronacharaya for mediation and worship. Dehradun sits at a height of 2100ft and is one of the oldest cities in the country.

The city is being developed as one of the ‘Counter Magnets’ for Delhi NCR. This is being done to ease the migration and population boom in the national capital and to establish Dehradun as a smart city in the hills.

It is additionally home to the renowned Indian Military Academy, Instrument Research and Development Establishment of the DRDO, Wildlife Institute of India, Forest Research Institute, and Doon School. There are several places to visit in Dehradun including Forest Research Institute, Tapkeshwar Temple, Santala Devi Temple, Kalanga Monument, and Lakshman Siddha Peeth. One can find several taxis in Dehradun to make your journey a smooth one.

This article shall provide you with all the details important for the best places to visit in Dehradun.

Here are 9 best places to visit in Dehradun-

1. Tapovan Temple

Tapovan is a scenic spot near the city of Dehradun. It is located at about a distance of 5 kilometres from the main city.

Furthermore, “Tapovan” has been derived from two words – Tapasya meaning atonement and Van that alludes to backwoods. It is also referred to as “Rudreshwar Shiv Mandir”. Established on the banks of River Ganga, it observes a wide range of Indian ceremonies performed at the ashram. This ashram additionally directs a couple of yoga courses for those keen on learning this antiquated practice.

2. Malsi Deer Park (presently Dehradun Zoo)

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Malsi Deer Park is a recreation centre wherein you will see deer in their normal environment. Presently known as Dehradun Zoo, it is 11kms from the central city. It falls halfway to Mussoorie and can be utilized as a visit in transit. One can likewise see a large number of birds and different creatures around as well yet they are kept encased in an enclosure.
Aside from the previously mentioned, species like two-horned deer; nilgai, panther, peacock, and hawk are likewise present. One can investigate the zoological park, relish the nurseries, appreciate munchies in the cafeteria, and feed the bunnies.

In 2008, Dehradun Zoo was ranked 10th on a list of 181 zoos globally.

3. Sahastradhara

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Sahastradhara is a unique waterfall situated just 11km from the city. The name translates to ‘Thousandfold spring’ and is made up of sulphur water which has medicinal properties and is known to cure skin ailments.

Rainstorms are viewed as the best ideal opportunity to visit Sahastradhara as it is the point at which the streams plunge down the stones with a full life. For a once in a lifetime experience, take a ropeway ride to the highest point of the mountain and while you drop down, see the lofty ethereal perspective on the whole city.

4. Robber’s Cave

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Legend has it that the spot was a refuge for looters during British Raj, hence the name Robber’s Cave. It is one of the most popular outing attractions in the city. This natural beauty is also known as Gachhupani. The cavern is 10km from the city of Dehradun and is 600meters in length.

Robber’s Cave is separated into two primary parts, both long and restricted. It is wrapped by grandiose slopes and has springs inside that give spine-chilling water.
The odd yet amazing thing about this spot is that a surge of water shows up in the Robbers Cave all of a sudden and disappears under the ground and afterwards again returns in a couple of meters. Travellers visit this natural beauty for journeys, touring, and travelling.

5. Mindrolling Monastery 

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Established in the year 1965, The Mindrolling Monastery is a restored office of the first Mindrolling Monastery and was developed by Khochhen Rinpoche. The monastery is one of the six of the Nyingma School of Buddhism. It is built to renew the faith in Buddhism.

The monastery is located just 9.5 km from Clement town in Dehradun. The very much kept up with gardens and a 60 meters high Stupa contain different rooms, which houses a few relics. It is said to be one of the world’s tallest stupas in the world. You will also see a 35 meters high gold sculpture of Lord Buddha, dedicated to his holy highness- Dalai Lama.

The monastery since its inception has thrived to be grow magnificently and now is proudly counted among the largest Buddhist centres all around the world.

6. Tapkeshwar Temple

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Tapkeshwar Temple or Tapkeshwar Mahadev temple is located at the banks of river Asan (a tributary of Ganga) and is 6.5km from the central city of Dehradun. The temple is sandwiched between two hills making it a spectacle for the visitors. Tapkeshwar temple also hosts the Tapkeshwar Mela annually.
What makes this temple unique is that the shivling residing here is one of the oldest to exist, with the water dripping from the top of a rock. The name arises due to the dripping of the water. Legend has it that the shivling holds the power to grant wishes of the devotees for seeking blessings.

7. Forest Research Institute 

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Deemed as one of the most breathtaking educational campuses across the country, Forest Research Institute is one of the USPs of Dehradun. Inspired by Greco-Roman architecture, it dates back to 1906 when it was established by the British Government. It is one of the breathtaking places to visit in Dehradun.
The highlights of this campus are the 6 museums especially entomology, timbre, non-wood, and sylvicultural museums and 700-year old deodar trees which are cross-section species.
One can find several food joints nearby including Café BMG, Barbeque Planet, Walk-in Woods restaurant, and The Wok.

8. Shiv Temple

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Located 12kms onto the Dehradun-Mussoorie road near Kuthal Gate, Shiv temple is also known as Prakasheshwar Mahadev Mandir by locals and devotees. The temple is one of the popular places in Dehradun for religious activities and worship. The sphatik Shivlinga is the prime attraction of the temple.
The temple is a rare and probably the only temple where one cannot offer any donations nor can you offer milk or water to the shivling. On being asked, the temple priest shared “when God gives us, how can we give anything to him.” It also organizes bhandaara daily for pilgrims and also offers a special Prasad to the visitors free of cost. One should ideally not refuse the temple Prasad.

9. Lachhiwala Picnic Spot

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Lachhiwala which is dubbed as nature’s park is one of the favourite picnic spots in Dehradun. Away from the hustle and chaos of the city, Lacchiwala is located 15 km away from Dehradun. It is a picnic spot where families experience man-made pools, sightseeing and Bird watching. There are 4-7 feet ponds that are so well maintained that people can’t resist themselves without diving in them. This natural beauty is one of the best places to visit in Dehradun tour.
The pond receives freshwater from the Suswa river and apart from bathing, people can hire a local guide to know more about the bird species located there and also There are many guest houses nearby Lachhiwala for tourist accommodation.

Dehradun has numerous mysteries that must be released once you visit and investigate this city directly. And to do so, one must avail the comfortable taxi services in Dehradun. Explore the wonders of the city with ease and be hassle-free. The tourists can also opt for car rentals in Dehradun. Based on your requirements, you can either book a cab or taxi for half-day or full-day.

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Paromita Gupta is a final year MA. Journalism student at the University of Delhi. She is an avid reader with her favourite authors being Khaled Hosseini and Chitra Divakaruni Banerjee. In the meantime and pre-covid days, she liked to play tennis and football. Also, she paints in her free time.