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Today, Dehradun is one of the most developed cities of India. Dehradun hill station is a world full of adventure, spiritualism and tranquility, amidst the Shivalik ranges the foothills of Himalayas, Dehra Dun is an entry point for all the trekkers and mountaineers on to their journey into the Garhwal Himalayas. Book your hotels in dehradun. The ski resort at Auli near Dehradun attracts enthusiasts from all over the country and abroad. The resort has skiing facilities like cable car, Ski lift, chair lift, snow-beaters etc. The valley of flowers, Har-ki-Doon, Dodital, and Pindari glacier etc. make excellent trackking routes from Dehradun. A gateway to the popular hill station of Mussoorie and the pilgrimage centres of Haridwar and Rishikesh, DehraDun is well known for the famous Forest Research Institute and the Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy. Doon Valley stretched between the two rivers Ganga and Yamuna is a picturesque town with moderate climate with a number of places of tourist interest. Tourist Attractions:
Tapkeshwar Temple
The temple is situated on the bank of rivulet, in the Garhi Cantt. area. 5.5 kms. from the cit bus stand, the temple is well connected by road.It is named Tapkeshwar as water droplets, originating from a rock, fall on the Shivling placed in the shrine. People in a large numbers participate in the fair organized on the occasion of Shivratri and pay their obeisance to the deity.
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara is a cold sulfur water spring, with high medicinal value. The Baldi river and the caves provide a breathtaking view. Situated at 14 kms. from the city bus stand, and connected by a regular bus service and private taxies, this is an ideal place for family picnics. Sai Darbar
Situated 8 kms. along the clock tower on Rajpur road, is the Sai Darbar temple This place holds a high cultural and and spiritual value and is visited by tourists from across the country and foreigners as well.
Tibetan Temple
Situated at Rajpur Road near the Sai Darbar is a huge and colourful temple of Lord Buddha.
Tapovan
Approximately, 5 kms. from the city bus stand on the Dehradun - Rajpur road, this place is situated in beautiful surroundings. Legends has it that Guru Dronacharya had dine penance in this area. Robber's Cave (Guchhupani)
An ideal place for a picnic, Robber's Cave, is just 8 kms. away from the city bus stand. Local bus services are available up to Anarwala Village, from where it is just a kilometer trek to the spot. Lachhiwala
3 kms. from Doiwala and 22 kms. from Dehradun, on the Haridwar - Rishikesh road Lachhiwala. The serene and blissful spot is famous for its picnic spots. The place also provides accommodation to the tourist in the Forest Rest House nestled in the greenery. Author is a renowned writer on dehradun hotels and hotels in dehradun.
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