Location:
UttaranchalDistance: Approximately 230 km from Delhi
Altitude: Around 2500 m
Best Time to Visit: April to June and September to November
Main Attractions: Mussoorie Lake, Tibetan Temple, Kempty Falls, Lake Mist
Mussoorie, 'Queen of Hills', is a scenic town situated in Uttaranchal - at a distance of mere 35 km from the capital city of Dehradun. The pine-covered slopes of the hill resort, combined with the exquisite views of the surrounding snow-clad mountains, make it one of the popular weekend getaways in North India. Towering at an altitude of around 2500 m above sea level, the hill resort seems dotted with modern bungalows, malls and manicured gardens. Mother Nature has blessed Mussorie with captivating beauty and it is one of the major contributors to the travel & tourism industry of the state.
Mussoorie Tourist Attractions
Mussoorie Lake Mussoorie Lake lies on the way, from Dehradun to Mussoorie. Not only does the lake have boating facilities, it also promises the tourists beguiling views of the Dun Valley situated below.
Camel's Back Road
Camel's Back Road is the name given to the stretch in Mussoorie that starts from Link hall in Kulri Bazaar and ends at Library Bazaar. The three km long road can be traversed on foot as well as on horse.
Cloud End
Cloud End is a beautiful building, which dates back to the year 1838. One look at the building and you will feel as if the clouds have ended there only, thus leading to it being named as 'Cloud End'. It is situated around 8 km from Mussoorie and has now been converted into a hotel.
Ven Chetna Kendra
Ven Chetna Kendra is a park situated on the Tehri bypass, at a distance of around 2 km from Mussoorie. With a Deodar vegetation and thick undergrowth, the park is home to a large number of animals and birds.
Municipal Gardens
Municipal Gardens comprise of one of the popular spots in Mussoorie. Earlier known as Botanical gardens of Mussoorie, they were laid down by Dr. H. Fackner (a geologist) in the last century.
Tibetan Temple
Tibetan Temple is situated 1km from Lal Bahadur Shastri National Administrative Academy, in the Happy Valley area of Mussoorie. A visit to the temple is one of the best ways to explore the Tibetan cultural heritage.
Kempty Falls
Kemty Falls is the perhaps the single tourist destination in Mussoorie that attracts the maximum tourists. The falls are located around 13 km from the city center and were developed as a tourist destination by John Mekinan, after 1835.
Lake Mist
Lake Mist lies on the way to Kempty Falls. The scenic beauty and tranquility of the lake attracts numerous visitors. You can also get accommodation facilities here.
Lal Tibba
Located in Landour area, Lal Tibba is the highest point in Mussoorie. You can get awesome views of Mussorie as well as the Dun Valley from here.
Gunhill
The second highest point in Mussoorie, Gunhill looks like a magical hill from a distance. In a few minutes, you will feel like you have seen a number of different views, while looking at the hill only.
Accommodation
For those who want to rest in the lap of luxury, the five star and four star hotels of Mussoorie are the perfect option. The services are impeccable and the standards world-class. In case you consider budget a constraint, no worries. There are a number of budget hotels and guesthouses in Mussoorie, ready to provide decent accommodation with all the basic facilities.
Mussoorie Hotels: Jaypee Residency Manor - Claridges Mussoorie