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Mussoorie is the Queen of Hills, Mussoorie is a very popular hill station in North India. People from all over the world flock here to enjoy the natural vista and the adventure options one can indulge in here. Mussorie still retains a lot of colonial charm in form of mansions and temples that were built here by the British. The main draw in the city is the Mall, which is sequined with small shops that sell almost anything. Away from the hustle and bustle of the regular city, watching people on horseback is not a surprising view. After an adventurous day of shopping, get on the cable car that commences near the Mall and takes the tourists up to the Gun Hill that reveals the best of natural beauty.Mussoorie also serves as a great halt over for excursions to the nearby located attractions like the Kempty Falls and Dhanaulti. Some of the thrilling adventure options include 2 kms long climb to Surkhanda Devi Temple, fishing for trout in Aglar River and enjoying walk ways on the Camel’s Back road. Mussoorie is a popular cool summer retreat in India. The climate is cool and pleasant all through the year here.

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Hill Station

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 248179

STD Code: 13563

Info Website: mussoorietourism.in

Best Time to Visit:  Sep – June

HistoryEdit

Mussoorie, the Hill station owes its credit to the British army officer named Captain Young. The beauty of the hill station impressed the military officer a lot and he finally made up his mind to reside at the place, in the year 1825. This is how the hill station of Mussoorie was founded. Colonel Everest chose to stay here and built a home in 1832. More and more British officers followed suit and by the year 1901, the population of the hill resort was 6,461. During summers, the population of Mussoorie swelled up to a total of 15,000 at that time. During 1920s and 1930s, the Nehru family became the frequent visitors to Mussoorie. Nehru’s daughter Indira Gandhi also spent much of her time at Mussoorie.

Places to VisitAdd

Mussoorie Sightseeing

How to ReachEdit

By Air : Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to Mussoorie. It is situated 60kms from Mussoorie with well metalled roads. Taxis are easily available from Jolly Grant Airport to Mussoorie. Jolly Grant Airport is well connected to Delhi with daily flights. Jolly Grant Airport : 0135 241 2052.

By Train : Mussoorie does not have a train station,The nearest railway station to Mussoorie is Dehradun Railway station. Dehradun is well connected by trains from major cities of India. There are two trains that run daily between Delhi to Dehradun and vice-versa. Mussoorie is located 36kms from Dehradun Railway Station. Shatabdi Express and Mussoorie Express are the two major trains connecting Dehradun with major cities of India. Taxis and Buses are asily available from Dehradun to Mussoorie.

By BUS :  Mussoorie is well connected with motorable roads. Luxury and normal Buses to Mussoorie are easily available from ISBT Kashmiri Gate. Buses and Taxis to Mussoorie are also available from major destinations of Uttarakhand state like Dehradun, Rishikesh, Haridwar and Tehri, etc.

By Taxi : Mussoorie is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist can reach to Mussoorie by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

By Other : N.A.

Top HotelsAdd

Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Club Mahindra Avalon Mussoorie ; Rockcliff Estate, Gun Hill,Mussorie., Mussoorie 248179. ; Ph – 0135 263 2973 ; Facilities – Travel Desk ,24-hour front desk ,Conference facilities ,Elevators ,Laundry ,Parking ,24-Hour Security ,Catering Services ,Game Room ,Massage Services ,Banquet facilities.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Camp O Royale ; Lambdhar Dhanaulti, Chamba-Mussoorie Road, Dist. Tehri Garhwal, Mussoorie . ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk ,24-hour front desk ,24-hour room service ,Conference facilities ,Laundry ,Parking ,Wheel chair access ,Beauty salon ,Lounge ,Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Himalayan Castle Mussoorie ; Near City Board, Kulri, Mussoorie 248179. ; Ph – 1352635046 ; Facilities – Travel Desk ,24-hour front desk ,Laundry ,Parking ,Non-smoking rooms ,24-Hour Security ,Banquet facilities ,Doctor on call.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

• Hotel Ashirwad ; Near Clock Tower,Landour, Mussoorie 248179. ; Ph – 9358131281 ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk ,Air conditioning ,Laundry ,Parking ,24-Hour Security.

Top RestaurantsAdd

• Rice Bowl Restaurant ;  The Mall Rd, Rialto, Mussoorie, Uttarakhand 248179. ; M –  0135 263 1684. ; Food Serve :  Chinese & Asian food.

• Greens Vegetarian Restaurant ;  Camels Back Rd Mussoorie, UT 248179. ; M –  N.A. ; Food Serve :  Vegetarian Food.

• UDUPI Restaurant ;  The Mall Road, Mussoorie. ; M –  0135 263 1103. ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine.

• Chachey Ka Restaurant ;  5-6-7 Kulri Bazzar, The Mall,Mussoorie. ; M –  098 37 510000. ; Food Serve :  Multi-Cuisine.

Must Eat FoodAdd

Must Do ActivitiesAdd

• Fishing ; Burans Khanda, Mussoorie. ; Cost – N.A. ; Visiting Time –  9:30 AM ; Closed Time :  6:30 PM.
• Trekking & Wildlife Sighting. ; C/O Friends Travels, Masonic Lodge, Mussoorie. ; Cost – N.A. ; Visiting Time –  10:00 AM ; Closed Time :  6:00 PM.

Must ShopAdd

• Wooden Handicrafts ; Hilly Cottage Industries ;  Ropeways Shopping Centre, The Mall Road,Mussoorie. ; Ph/M:  91-135-2631373.

Nightlife (Pub / Disc / BAR)Add

• The Tavern Restaurant ; Picture Palace, Kulri, Mall Road, Mussoorie. ; Ph/M: 1352631152 ; Cost:  N.A. ; Food Serve : Continental, Indian, Chinese.
• Tapas ; Jaypee Manor,Barlowganj Mussoorie 248179. ; Ph/M: 91-135-2631800 ; Cost:  N.A. ; Food Serve : Multi-Cuisine.

SpaAdd

• The Terraces ;  Kanatal, Chamba Mussorrie Highway,Mussoorie. ; Ph/M – 91 1376 283170 ; Cost:  N.A. ; Services –  Thai massage, other Traditional massages, body wraps, exfoliants,spa Esencia, on the highest terrace of the resort, consists of a unisex Jacuzzi, a separate sauna and Steam for different genders.
• The Golden Palms Spa. ;  The Mall, Kulari, Mussoorie – 248179. ; Ph/M – (0135) 2635525 – 30 ; Cost:  N.A. ; Services –  Massage , therapy rooms and suites ,steam rooms,Treatments incorporate the use of Ayurvedic principles,Recreation facilities include a gymnasium, heated swimming pool.

FestivalAdd

Autumn Festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  June ; Details:  It is a popular festival of Mussoorie that is organized by the Municipal Board. The festival lasts for 10 days that dazzles the entire region and attracts a huge spectacle in and around the city. A multitude of interesting events such as theatre plays, roller skating, fireworks and sport events are held during the fair in which grandeur state personalities are invited that add to the importance of the festival.

Summer Festival ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  June ; Details:  This one of the colorful festivals of Mussoorie is held by Nagar Palika Parishad and has gained immense popularity among locals and visitors alike. A number of educational and recreational events are organized in the festival such as debates, seminars, cultural dance, competitions, games and magic shows etc. which make it a major attraction in the city during summers.

Phooldeyi or Phooldeli ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  March/April ; Details:  It is celebrated in the months of March/April. On the occasion of Phooldei, young girls put the first flowers of the season on the entrance or threshold of every house in the village, for good luck throughout the year. This is a big example of how communities are closely bonded and linked in the hills of Kumaon as no one puts these flowers in front of their own houses alone.

Bikhauti ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  April ; Details:  On the first of the navaratris (nine day fasting period) in the month of Chaitra, women sow seven types of grains. The germination of these grains symbolizes the future harvest. On the tenth day, the yellow leaves, called Harela, are cut people put them on their heads and tuck them behind their ears. During this very month of Chaitra (March-April) brothers send gifts for their sisters. These presents are called ‘Bikhauti’

Safety / WarningEdit

•  Beware of pickpockets as Mussoorie is a major tourist city in India.

HelplineEdit

• Ambulance : 102
• Fire Brigade : 101
• Police : 100

ItineraryEdit

Day-1
8:30 am – Jwala Devi Temple;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
11:30 am – Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
2:30 pm – Jaspal Rana Shooting Ranges;Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
4:30 pm – Tiger View Jungle Camp;Approx. time spent : 2 hrs

Day-2
8:30 am – Landour Bazaar;Approx. time spent : 4 hrs
12:30 pm – Benog Wildlife Sanctuary;Approx. time spent : 4 hrs
2:30 pm – Tibetan School and Homes;Approx. time spent : 2 hrs
4:30 pm – Camel’s Back Road ; Approx. time spent : 2 hrs

Day-3
8:30 am – Shedup Choepelling temple;Approx. time spent : 1 hrs
1:00 pm – Hathipoan and Park Estate;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs
3:00 pm – Cloud’s End;Approx. time spent : 4 hrs
5:30 pm – Sister Baazar;Approx. time spent : 3 hrs

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