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Welcome
to Dehradun, Uttar Pradesh
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Main Languages : Hindi, English, Garhwali
Population Approx. 5,20,000
Area 30 sq km
Best Time to Visit Throughout the year
Temperature Summer - Max: 36 Min: 16.7
Winter - Max: 23.4 Min: 5.2
Main Attrection Rajaji National Park
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Read/Write Review About Dehradun
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Introduction of Dehradun
Dehradun, nestled in a wide and thickly forested valley of the Shivalik ranges, Uttar Pradesh is known for its salubrious climate. Legend has it Guru Dronacharaya, a Brahmin teacher of warfare, considered the place fit for meditation & worship and therefore, the valley of Doon was christened Drona Ashram, meaning "The Abode of Drona". During British Raj, It was the summer base of the Viceroy's Bodyguard and at present, the base of the Indian Military Academy
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Dak Pathar
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It is the Site of a hydel project situated on Dehradun-Chakrata road, which has been developed into a picnic and recreation center. It is connected by regular bus service from the Parade Ground and Highway Bus Stand near Railway Station.
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Forest Research Institute
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Established by the British the Institute is one of the finest of its kind in the world. All Forest Officers in India are trained here. This thickly forested sanctuary spreads all the way to Dehradun. Most of the forest officers are a product of this ......
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Temples &Shrine |
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Tapkeshwar Temple
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Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this cave temple is beside a stream on the banks of a seasonal river where water falls on a shivling drop by drop from a rock and hence the name Tapkeshwar. It is 5.5 km from the city bus stand.
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Lakhawar Fair
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This fair held at Lakhawar village, during September-October, is very popular in the neighboring area of Chakrata, 78 km from Mussoorie. The fair reflects the customs and traditions of Garhwali tribes. Activities include cultural programs and sport c......
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Hotel Maduban
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Discover the Best Western Hotel Madhuban, gateway to the foothills of the Shivalik Ranges with the backdrop of the great Himalayas. We are ideally located for either a business traveler or tourist. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Himalayas and vi......
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HOTEL GREAT VALUE -
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Dehradun lies at the foothills of scenic Mussoorie, the Queen of Hills. Famous for its Picturesque locales and breathtaking Panoramic views, Educational Institutions, IMA, FRP, Sulphur springs, Ancient temples, the Doon Valley is strategically placed......
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Getting in, Around & Away |
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HOW TO REACH
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Air : The nearest Airport Jolly Grant (26 kms from Dehradun) is connected by Vayudoot services from Delhi. Jagson Airlines also operates flights from Delhi to Dehradun.
Rail : Dehradun is an important railhead on the Northern Railway & is connected to all major cities in India.
Road : On State Highway No.45 Dehradun is well connected by good motorable road to Mussorie- 35 kms, Delhi- 235 kms, Haridwar- 54 kms, Bombay- 1927 kms, Rishikesh- 42 kms, Agra- 408 kms, Shimla- 280 kms, Yamunotri- 173 kms, Kedarnath- 268 kms and Roorkee- 67 kms etc......
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