Dehradun is a picturesque valley set amidst the Himalayas, Shivaliks, Ganges and Yamuna. This breath–taking hill resort located in the foothills of the Himalayas is one of the prime tourist attraction in the state of Uttaranchal. The climate of Dehradun is so beautiful that during the time of the British rule, they turned Dehradun into a fine summer resort. Today Dehradun has some fine institutions that hold a place of pride in the Indian socio-political and economic scenario. Dehradun is the gateway to the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand.

Dehradun has some very famous temples and visitors make it a point to visit these temples. The place also offers excellent hiking trails and mountain adventures. Some of the famous institutes in Dehradun are the Anthropological Survey of India, Botanical Survey of India, Indian Military Academy, etc. Dehradun is famous for its woolen garments and these comes at a remarkably low price. You will also find carpets prepared by Tibetan refugees and these make for excellent souvenir and gift items.

Dehradun is very well connected with New Delhi by road, rail and air. The nearest airport is the Jolly Grant Airport and this is only 25 km away from the city of Dehradun. The city is linked very well by railways and there are quite a few trains like the Shatabdi Express, Mussorie Express, etc.

There are a number of hotels in Dehradun that will provide you with all sorts of facilities. If you want to splurge and desire to spend the days at Dehradun in luxury, there are grand five star hotels that will spoil you with pleasure. In case you are in a budget tour of the place, even then you will find plenty of hotels in the city where you can live comfortably albeit at a low price. The best time to visit Dehradun is in summer when the temperature remains moderate. However, if you love the challenging mountains, snowfall and chilling cold, you come here even in the winter and enjoy Dehradun with a difference.

Dehradun has some very famous places. Among the famous temples in Dehradun, Tapkeshwar Temple is very famous. If you want to get a detailed description of the places of visit in Dehradun, see the link in “Places to Visit”.

Dehradun Tourist Places

Dehradun has some extraordinary places of tourist interest. The beautiful climate of Dehradun attracts visitors from all over the world. The city also has a very good tourism infrastructure. There are many beautiful guest houses and very good hotels that provide excellent accommodation for the tourists. Once you are in Dehradun you will have plenty to see and enjoy. The place has a number of attractions where thousands of tourists flock every year.

Sahasra Dhara : The meaning of the name of this wonderful waterfall is “thousand fold stream“. At a distance of only 11 km, from the city of Dehradun, this wonderful waterfall will surely tease you out of your thought. The Baldi river and the caves will give you a breathtaking view of the wonderful scenery of the place. Near this place of perpetual shower, there is a sulphur spring. The presence of chemicals in the water is said to be very useful in curing different types of skin diseases.

Tapkeshwar Temple : About 5.5 km from the city bus stand you will find one of the most ancient places of worship in in Dehradun. This temple is situated on the bank of a small stream. The name of the temple is given because of droplets of water that fall on the rock. On the occasion of Shivratri, thousands assemble to pray to the God. This beautiful temple is a must see tourist place in Dehradun.

Rajaji National Park : This forest range is one of the finest ecological reserve in the valley of the Shivalik Mountain Ranges. It has quite a variety of flora and fauna. There is not only dense forest cover but also fine grass lands and this supports a large number of mammals of different species. The best season to go for a tour of the park is between November to the middle of June. A safari through the park is going to be an experience for you.

Water Sport Resort : The Dehradun valley is famous for water sport and if you really want a taste of it, head straight for the Asan Barrage. Situated along the Chandigarh-Shimla highway, this popular water sport resort is only 43 km away from the city of Dehradun. There are a number of water sports like water skiing, kayaking, boating, canoeing, rowing, etc. that you can enjoy here. During winter it becomes a favorite destination for bird watchers as the reservoir in the vicinity attracts a lot of migratory birds.

At Dehradun, there is never a dull moment. The pleasant climate, amazing variety of wildlife and good hotels will make the tour of Dehradun memorable. Christened after the legendary archer Guru Dronachariya, Dehradun is among the most picturesque city and attractive tourist destination in India.