Dehradun

Doon Camp

Tourism in Dehradun involves mountains, rivers, architecture and whiling away time on the Mall. Now the capital of newly-found Uttarakhand state, Dehradun is said to have been the abode of Guru Dronacharya in historical times. Easily accessible from Delhi, this popular tourism spot of north India is gifted with two key rivers-Ganga and Yamuna. Dehradun is rich in British-style architecture because it was a summer retreat for the British under their rule. The lowland also benefits from the weather of Mussoorie, which is an hour’s drive from Dehradun. Tours to Dehradun are not complete without visiting its prominent schools and important institutions such as the Forests Research Institute and the Indian Military Academy (IMA). Dehradun trains a large number of wildlife workers through the Wildlife Institute of India. The Mall remains busy almost throughout the day. It’s pretty common to see tourists moving around with maps in hand. At an altitude of 2200ft, this is also the right place for sightseeing because of its beautiful views of the Himalayan ranges. There are many tourist information centers and hotels here. Dehradun hotels offer great hospitality. Most hotels and resorts on and around the Mall Road serve excellent food. One can stay in nearby areas for a cheaper stay. One can also opt for group tours because most hotels in Dehradun can handle large groups. They also organize sightseeing and other activities for tourists. During the Summer season the city is packed as tourists from the plains flock the place.