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Mussoorie
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  • Internet Availability:Good
  • STD Code:013563
  • Languages Spoken:Garhwali, Hindi, Punjabi, English and Kumaoni
  • Major Festivals:Uttarani/kale kaua, Basant Panchami, Phooldeli, Bikhauti, Hariyali, Summer Festival, Autumn Festival
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Top 20 places to visit in Mussoorie

Benog Wildlife Sanctuary Adventure / Trekking | Nature & Park | Wildlife
Benog Wildlife Sanctuary

Vinog Mountain Quail Sanctuary is another name for Benog Wildlife Sanctuary. It...

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Bhadraj Temple Trek Adventure / Trekking | Hill Station | Historical & Heritage | Nature & Park | Pilgrimage
Bhadraj Temple Trek

One of the most excellent day treks around Mussoorie is the Bhadraj Temple Trek. It...

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Bhatta  Falls Nature & Park | Waterfall
Bhatta Falls

Near Mussoorie, there's a newly constructed picnic area called Bhatta Falls....

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Camels Back Road Adventure / Trekking | Hill Station | Nature & Park
Camels Back Road

The 3-kilometer Camels Back Road runs through the center of Mussoorie. The naturally...

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Christ Church Mussoorie Historical & Heritage
Christ Church Mussoorie

In Mussoorie, the Christ Church is 0.6 km from the Library Bus Stand. Throughout the...

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Clouds end Adventure / Trekking | Hill Station | Nature & Park
Clouds end

It is at the geographic endpoint of Mussoorie, Clouds End grove of oak and deodar...

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Company Garden Nature & Park
Company Garden

In Mussoorie, the colorful Company Garden is a well-liked picnic location and is...

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George Everest House Adventure / Trekking | Hill Station | Nature & Park
George Everest House

Secluded and serene, George Everest House is one of the main places to visit in...

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Happy Valley Hill Station | Nature & Park
Happy Valley

The happy valley reserves itself in Mussoorie for its culture.  It is one of the...

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Hathipaon Adventure / Trekking | Nature & Park
Hathipaon

Travelers hoping to get away from the bustle of the city. And a place to spend time...

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Jwala Devi Temple Hill Station | Pilgrimage
Jwala Devi Temple

Jwala Devi Temple is often referred to as the Jwala Ji Temple. It is a shrine to...

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Kellogg Memorial Church Historical & Heritage
Kellogg Memorial Church

At the tiny army cantonment of Landour in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand, next to Kasmanda...

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Kempty Falls Waterfall
Kempty Falls

Kempty Falls is one of the most famous and oldest tourist spots near Mussoorie. It is...

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Lake Mist Lake & Backwater | Nature & Park
Lake Mist

The Kempty River formed Lake Mist, a lake in the natural world. It is situated...

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Lakhamandal Shiv Temple Historical & Heritage | Pilgrimage
Lakhamandal Shiv Temple

In the Chakrata region sits a renowned temple called Lakhamandal. Lord Shiva is the...

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Lal Tibba Adventure / Trekking | Hill Station | Nature & Park
Lal Tibba

Located about 6 km from Mussoorie at the summit of Depot Hill in Landour lies a...

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Library Bazar city | Nature & Park
Library Bazar

Nestled in the heart of Mussoorie's bustling Mall Road is the lively Library...

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Mall Road Mussoorie Hill Station | Nature & Park
Mall Road Mussoorie

The Mall is the most well-known promenade in Queen of the Hills, Mussoorie. One of...

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Mussoorie Lake Lake & Backwater
Mussoorie Lake

The City Board has recently created Mussoorie Lake. It is a popular picnic spot for...

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St. Pauls Church Historical & Heritage
St. Pauls Church

The Saint Paul's Church in Mussoorie is near Char Dukan in Landour, Mussoorie....

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Mountain resort town Mussoorie, known as the "Queen of the Hills," is in the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India. At around 2,000 meters (6,600 feet) above sea level, Mussoorie has stunning views of the Doon Valley and the Shivalik Hills. Mussoorie is a famous place to get away from the sweltering heat of the plains. It is only 35 kilometres from Dehradun. The town is a lovely place for history and nature lovers.

Benog Wildlife Sanctuary

The Benog Wildlife Sanctuary is about 11 km from the Library End Road in Mussoorie. The Rajaji National Park has it. It also has a good trail to take a walk on, accompanied by forests of pine trees and Himalayan peaks. There is a view from here where you can catch birds and take pictures of the stunning Chaukhamba and Bandarpunch Peaks. There are many places to visit in Mussoorie, but this is among the greatest.

Bhadraj Temple Trek

Bhadraj, located in the western part of Mussoorie, has a Bhadraj Temple. It is a shrine dedicated to Lord Bal Bhadra, also known as Balram. The temple is highly famed due to the long 11 km hike. It starts at Cloud's End in Dehradun and is called the Milkman's Trail. It has great views of the area. The Bhadraj Temple is on top of a hill with a view of the beautiful Doon Valley, Jaunsar Bawar, and the Chakrata ranges. This trek can be an exciting addition if you're looking for Mussoorie tour packages.

Bhatta Falls

The Bhatta Falls in Mussoorie are a well-known place for picnics and tourists to visit. They say that Bhatta Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Mussoorie. It is about 10.5 kilometres away from the Mussoorie Library Bus Stand. Reaching the waterfall involves only a short 500-meter walk, so it does not discourage those who prefer active spots to relax. This waterfall falls naturally from a height of 30 feet into a round pool, making it a must-see among the places to visit in Mussoorie.

Camel's Back Road

There is another road called Camel's Back Road, which is 3 km long in the middle of Mussoorie and lined with natural rocks like a camel's back. It offers a marvelous view of the Himalayas and overlooks the Doon Valley. Lots of people also visit the place to see the sunrise and sunset. A beautiful road has a lot to offer. The best way to see it is to take a long walk along it or come here for an early morning jog. Along the Camel's Back Road, you can also see a British graveyard that is 180 years old and the first of its kind in Mussoorie. Many Mussoorie tour packages include this scenic route.

Christ Church Mussoorie

Mussoorie Christ Church is proud to be the first Catholic Church in the Himalayan area. It is located on a small hillock just above the Kasmanda Palace. The beautiful church built in 1836 represents Gothic architecture, which originated from Romanesque architecture. The church's ambiance is filled with crucial elements of European design that complement its holy and spiritual atmosphere. What's more, the beautiful views of the Doon Valley on one side of the church building will leave you relaxed, and it is one of the best places to visit in Mussoorie.

Clouds end

The Cloud's End viewpoint is 6 km west of the library and marks the end of the hills that make up the beautiful town of Mussoorie. The path goes up 2 km to the Benog Wildlife Sanctuary and through dense oak and deodar woods. There is a lovely walking path where you can enjoy the cool mountain air. People go to Cloud's End to see the beautiful views, especially of the Aglar River Valley. A British person built a historic building at Cloud's End in 1838. It is one of the oldest buildings in Mussoorie and a big draw for tourists, often included in Mussoorie tour packages.

Company Garden

The Company Garden is a famous place for tourists to visit in Mussoorie. It is about 3 km from the central mall Road. It is a colorful garden that means spending the whole day with family and friends, surrounded by lush grass and lovely flowers. People enjoy sitting on this unique lawn of the garden or taking photographs by walking on it. There is also an artificial pond with waterfalls where you can go fishing, making it one of the popular places to visit in Mussoorie.

George Everest House

George Everest's House is perched on top of a rock with a view of the beautiful Mussoorie valley. The house was built in 1832 in Park Estate, 6 km west of Gandhi Chawk in Mussoorie. It is also known as Park House. Sir George Everest's House has an old-world charm and is popular with history buffs, nature lovers, and adventure travelers. It has views of the beautiful Doon Valley to the side, the mighty Aglar River Valley to the north, and the stunning Himalayan peaks to the east. Many Mussoorie tour packages feature a visit to this historical site.

Happy Valley

Happy Valley is at the western end of Library Point. It is famous for its beautiful Tibetan monasteries, the IAS school, the Municipal Garden, a valley full of flowers, busy restaurants, and lively atmosphere. This beautiful Valley, often called 'mini-Tibet,' represents a vibrant Tibetan community and is a must-see place in Mussoorie.

Hathipoan

Many people visit Hathipoan on the way to Cloud's End. People who love nature and new experiences come to Hathipoan. The house is on a hill in the beautiful and well-known town of Saskhet. There are many trees, and the views of the Himalayas are great. Adventure lovers also love it due to camps like Raincoat Camp and Northern Adventure Camp, which have a lot of fun activities there. Many Mussoorie tour packages highlight Hathipoan for its serene atmosphere.

Jwala Devi Temple

The Jwala Devi Temple, also known as the Jwala Ji Temple, honours Goddess Durga and sits atop Mussoorie's Benog Hill. Nature lovers and enthusiasts come to explore this site to view the thick forest that surrounds the temple, the Yamuna River, and the Shivalik range. To visit any place in Mussoorie, this hike is one of the most popular, offering panoramic views of the Yamuna River, the Doon Valley, and the Shivalik Ranges.

Kellogg Memorial Church

The Kellogg Memorial Church is a Presbyterian church in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. It is close to the Kasmanda Palace and in the tiny army cantonment of Landour. Many people respect it for its beautiful architecture and historical importance. People come to see the church and the Landour Language School it is home to. Along the way to Lal Tibba, the highest place in Mussoorie, you can also visit the church, often included in various Mussoorie tour packages.

Kempty Falls

Kempty Falls is situated in the Ram Gaon area of Tehri Garhwal, on the highway between Dehradun and Mussoorie. Kempty Falls is about 4,500 feet above sea level, falling between towering mountain rocks. The waterfalls create a great pond at the bottom to bathe or swim. Kempty Falls is very popular among tourists as a picnic place; hence, it is always crowded with people. It is the most visited place in Mussoorie.

Lake Mist

The clean Lake Mist is one of the most beautiful places in Mussoorie, the Queen of Hills. The lake has green woods around it, which makes the scene even more beautiful. You can access Kempty Falls from Lake Mist Falls. The best thing about this beautiful lake is that it's relatively quiet so you can enjoy peace in the middle of nature. It's an interesting gem often featured in Mussoorie tour packages.

Lakha Mandal Shiv Temple

Lakha Mandal is an old Hindu temple in the Jaunsar-Bawar area of the Dehradun district. ASI has said that this monument is an important national memorial and one of the most well-known heritage places to visit in Mussoorie. Lakha Mandal is a Shaivite shrine with hills and the Yamuna River. The name Lakhamandal is derived from two words, "lakha", meaning "many", and "mandals", meaning "temples".

Lal Tibba

Lal Tibba is a famous lookout point at the top of Depot Hill in Landour, about 6 km from Mussoorie. It is one of the most beautiful places to look out over the area because it is the highest point there. Lal Tibba stands at a height of 2,275 meters. You can see the Neelkantha Peak in Badrinath and the Kedarnath Peak from this vantage point. You can also view the Bander Poonch group of three peaks, the tallest of which reaches 6,316 meters. Many visit to see the golden glow of dawn and sunset views, which are integral to the Mussoorie tourist packages.

Library Bazar Mussoorie

Library Bazaar is also a very busy Mall Road at Mussoorie, which is full of life and vibrancy. You can feel like you're back in the old days when you walk through the market. Set up along a small road in a circle, the market is entirely of life and has a colonial vibe. The small shops spread around the arena fit in well with the town. They create a charming and vibrant picture of the area. This makes it a lively stop among the places to visit in Mussoorie.

Mall Road Mussoorie

The Mall is a relic of the colonial in the middle of Mussoorie. It has modern shops, video game arcades, skating rinks on seats and lampposts. When the author Ruskin Bond is in Cambridge Bookstore, he often browses through books. There will be many local sellers there, for instance, photographers who can take excellent pictures for you. Take a picture here while wearing native clothes from the area, which many Mussoorie tour packages recommend exploring.

Mussoorie Lake

The City Board and the Mussoorie Dehradun Development Authority built and maintained Mussoorie Lake, an artificial lake. It is 6 km away on the highway between Mussoorie and Dehradun. This lake is a relaxing place to get away from everything in the middle of nature. It has stunning views of the lovely Doon Valley. The beautiful Mussoorie Lake is a new camping area that grew from a natural waterfall. Paddle boating is the most popular outdoor activity at the spot, adding to its charm as one of the top places to visit in Mussoorie.

St. Pauls Church

Anglicans go to St. Paul's Church near Char Dukan in Landour of Mussoorie. One of the old churches in Mussoorie is St. Paul's Church. Bishop Daniel Wilson of Calcutta built the church in 1839 and blessed it for the first time on May 1, 1840. The church was run by military priests from 1840 to 1947. It was the main church for the cantonment. It was used mainly by British people living in Landour. Travel agencies often include the church in Mussoorie tour packages for its historical significance.

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