Mussoorie Tourism & Travel Guide - Tourist Places near Mussoorie

Mussoorie Tour & Travel Guide - Tourist Places near Mussoorie

The highest point that one can visit around Mussoorie is the famous Surkhanda Devi Temple at 10,000 feet-35 km down the Mussoorie-Tehri road. Perched on a peak, the temple demands a stiff two-km climb form devotees. The temple, goes the legend, was built on the site where the head of Shiva's consort (Shiva is the destroyer in the Hindu trinity) fell after it was chopped off to stop Shiva's terrifying dance of death that was shaking the universe to its very core.

Nag Tibba

Nag Tibba, 41 km from Mussoorie, also soars to an altitude of 10,000 feet, and entails a fairly long, taxing but exhilarating trek. Thick pine forests cover the place.

Dhanaulti

Most people looking for a few quiet days prefer to go to the picturesque pine-clad slopes of Dhanaulti, 24 km from Mussoorie. A comfortable Tourist Bungalow, a private hotel, and the Dhanaulti Breeze, make Dhanaulti an ideal getaway from the milling season crowds at Mussoorie.

Dehradun

Situated at an altitude of 2200 feet above sea level, Dehradun is the capital of Uttaranchal / Uttarakhand. Situated 35 km from Mussoorie, Dehradun is a charming place nestled amidst thickly forested valleys, more famous for its tourist attractions and educational institutes. It presently serves as the base of the IMA (Indian Military Academy). Tourist attractions in Dehradun include Sahastradhara, Dak Pathar, Forest Research Institute, Rajaji National Park, Robbers Cave and Tapkeshwar Temple, Lakshman Sidh, Malsi Deer Park etc.

Rishikesh

One of the holiest Hindu pilgrimages; Rishikesh is situated on the banks of river Ganges, just 44 km from Mussoorie. Besides being an important pilgrimage, Rishikesh offers exciting opportunities for water and adventure sports. The place also serves as the starting point for the holy 'chardham' pilgrimage of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath.

Haridwar

Haridwar or the gates of heaven is a holy Hindu pilgrimage and a dip here in the holy waters of river Ganges is believed to lead one to salvation. Major attractions at Haridwar include Har ki Pauri, Chandi Devi temple, Mansa Devi temple, Sati Kund, Bhimgoda Tank and Piran Kaliar.