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India » Dehradun
 City Guide
 
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 Enter Dehradun, and you will find yourself standing on the threshold of a world full of adventure, spiritualism and tranquillity. Nestled cosily in the Shivalik ranges, Dehra Dun marks the entry for trekkers and mountaineers into the Garhwal Himalayas. An important railhead of the Northern Railways, it is also the gateway to Mussoorie, the ever-popular hill station. Pilgrims gather here from all over the country to move on to Rishikesh and Haridwar to begin their Char Dham Yatra to Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath. Two of the greenest addresses in India - the Forest Research Institute and the Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy - can also be found right here in this bustling town. |
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AIR
Indian Airlines has five flights a week from Delhi to the Jolly Grant Airport. Airport: Located 25 km from Dehra Dun.
RAIL
The main railhead of Dehra Dun has daily direct trains coming in from Delhi, Calcutta, Mumbai, Varanasi, Lucknow and other places. These include the speedy Shatabdi Express, Mussoorie Express, an overnight train service from Delhi to Dehra Dun and the Doon Express. Railway station: Opposite the post office and the City Bus Stand on Gandhi Road.
ROAD
Connected to all parts of the country with good, all-weather roads. The road from Delhi to Dehra Dun is comfortable and there are taxis available from all nearby destinations. Deluxe buses ply daily between the Capital and Dehra Dun. Road distances to some important places are: Delhi - 255 km, Haridwar - 54 km, Rishikesh - 42 km, Agra - 382 km, Shimla - 221 km, Yamunotri - 279 km, Kedarnath - 270 km, Nainital - 297 km. Bus terminus: The Mussoorie Bus Stand on Haridwar Road has buses leaving for the hill destinations. The Delhi Bus Stand next to Hotel Drona, along Gandhi Road, has buses operating to and from destinations in the plains.
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Area
30 sq km
Altitude
640 meters above sea level
Language
Hindi and English
Climate
Summers are hot, with temperatures ranging between 27° C and 41° C. Winters can get as cold as 9° C and as warm as 27° C.
STD CODE
0135 |
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Forest Research Institute
FRI, or the Forest Research Institute, is one of the best among equals around the world. It has an extensive museum that showcases a wide diversity of botanical specimens. Open from Monday to Friday, 10 am to 5 pm, it makes for a great experience. The entry to the museum is free. While here, you can also visit the Botanical Garden, located on the campus.
Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology
This institute too makes for an interesting experience, educating the visitors on the mountains, which form a backdrop to the city. Open Monday to Friday, 10 am to 5 pm.
Tapkeshwar Temple
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple is perched atop a long flight of stairs on the outskirts of the city. The river flowing alongside the temple with shrines dotting the area makes a postcard view. March is a good time to catch the excitement when the city holds a big fair here on Shivaratri.
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Malsi Deer Park
Malsi Deer Park is located 8 km away from the city, on the road to Mussoorie. A pleasant excursion, the park makes for a good picnic spot.
Sahastradhara
Another popular picnic spot, known for its sulphur springs. Located 14 km from the city centre.
Robber s Cave
The famous Robber s Cave is a great picnic spot beyond the Anarwala village, 8 km from main Dehra Dun. The best way to get there is to take a bus to the village and walk the rest of the way. Largely visited for the strange phenomenon of a stream of water suddenly disappearing from sight and then reappearing again a few metres ahead as a gusty stream.
Paonta Saheb
Located few kilometres from Dehra Dun, it is a holy place of the Sikhs and has a beautiful Gurudwara.
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| The Paltan Bazaar - a maze of streets and alleys - is a fascinating bazaar just south of the Clock Tower. Other popular markets are on Rajpur Road and in the Ashley Hall region of Dehra Dun. |
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