Mussoorie tour is like golden amber which keeps spark of rejuvenation
kindled in the mortal body and immortal soul. These are some of the
features that are instantly recognizable of Mussoorie, yet not the only
aspects.
Among the crown jewels of tourism in Uttarakhand, Musoorrie has its own charm. Baits of this 'Queen of Hills' attracts everyone coming to this town snuggled in foothills of Garhwal Himalayas; the nearer one gets, more indulgent he becomes.
Following guidelines can prove helpful in answering your question of 'How to Reach Mussoorie', if you are planning a visit to this popular hill station in India:
By Air
Mussoorie does not have an airport. The nearest airport to the city is the Jolly Grant Airport at Dehradun. From Dehradun one can take a taxi to reach picturesque Mussoorie. The distance between two cities is 60 km.
Following are some of the flights to Dehradun from the major Indian cities.
From New Delhi
From Mumbai
From Kolkata
By Rail
The city does not have a railway station. The nearest railhead is at Dehradun, 34 km from the city. Trains from all the major Indian cities are available to Dehradun.
Following are some of the trains that you can take to Dehradun from the major Indian cities.
From New Delhi
From Mumbai
From Kolkata
By Road
From Delhi, Mussoorie is just 290 km by road, whereas from Dehradun it is only 35 km. There are direct buses to Dehradun from Delhi and the neighbouring cities, one can also avail private taxis to reach thes city. Every half an hour, buses ply from Dehradun.
However, the best time to visit Mussoorie are the months of October and November when the weather is absolutely perfect.
Tourist attractions in Mussoorie
As far as sightseeing is concerned, Mussoorie is a tourist’s paradise. Some of the must visits are Kempty falls, Gun hill, Municipal garden, Sir George Everest house and Jharipani falls.
Gun Hill
Category : Nature
As the second highest peak in Mussoorie, it is believed that in the past a canon was fired every afternoon, providing the time to the local residents, who then adjusted their watches accordingly.
At present the location houses a water reservoir.
Tourists can witness spectacular views of the snow capped peaks of Himalayas from the hill and it can be reached by taking a ropeway ride or by trekking.
The Christ Church
Category : Religious
Built in 1836, the church is believed to be the oldest church in Himalayas. Designed in Gothic style, the events in the life of Jesus Christ are illustrated in the stained glass windows in the Church.
The church has an ancient William Hill organ, about 100 years old and the church vicinity has a deodar tree planted by Princess of Wales in 1906.
Camel's Back Road
Category : History & Culture
It is a stretch of approximately 3 km long road from Library point to Kulri Bazaar. The road got its name from its rocks shaped like a camel's hump.
Surrounded by mountains and greenery, the road is known for its natural beauty and offers beautiful views of sunrise, sunset and mountains. It's ideally used by locals for morning and evening walks. Horseback rides are also available on this road.
Lal Tibba
Category : Nature
The highest point in Mussoorie, the hill is also referred as Depot Hill. The Indian Military services are positioned at Lal Tibba. Broadcasting stations of All India Radio and Doordarshan are situated atop Lal Tibba.
From here sightseeing through the lens of an old Japanese telescope is possible. Beautiful views of sunrise and sunset can also be witnessed from this vantage point.
The Mall
Category : History & Culture
It's the main shopping location situated at the center of Mussoorie, with lamppost and benches lined up besides the road, the mall throws a glimpse of the colonial period. One has to pass through the Mall to reach any place in Mussoorie.
Apart from shopping the main attractions of the mall are video game parlours, restaurants, skating ring, windy point and the Methodist Church.
Happy Valley
Category : Nature
The valley is well known for Tibetan Buddhist temple - Shedup Choepelling temple, the IAS Academy and the Municipal Garden.
Situated on the western side of Library Point, the valley leads to Cloud's End, a tourist place where the borders of Mussoorie end and further on is the Hathipaon Park Estate. The valley is famous for its estates, gardens, and temples.
Landour Bazaar
Category : History & Culture
The bazaar is situated on a steep slope and is a cantonment area. It's totally a silence zone, credit to the handwritten signs nailed on the trees.
A pollution-free zone, one can recover from any stress with pure fresh air to breathe. Other Famous landmarks of the place are the Woodstock School, St. Paul's Church, Landour Language school and Char Dukaan (four shops) which sells beverages and snacks to the visitors
Sisters Bazaar
Category : History & Culture
The bazaar got its name from the Nuns who served as nurses in the British dormitories in this area. The area is more like a residential colony with a few shops spread across.
One can visit the famous confectionery shop of the Bazaar- "the Prakash Brothers Store". Other famous attractions are the residence of famous personalities like Dev Anand, Victor Banerjee and Tom Alter.
Kempty Falls
Category : Nature
It is the most popular tourist spots near Mussoorie; the waterfall plunges its way down from about 40 ft high. Usually a crowded spot, a visit to the falls is incomplete without bathing under it.
The falls is losing its charm quite fast due to unorganized commercial visits by people.
Bhatta falls
Category : Nature
From Mussoorie one can access this place by hiring a taxi or take a bus till Balta Village.
From the village the fall is just 3 km away by car or foot. It's an apt spot for picnic.
Jharipani falls
Category : Nature
From Mussoorie visitors can take a bus or go by car on the Mussoorie- Jharipani Road up to Jharipani from there the fall is 1.5 km on foot.
Mussoorie Lake
Category : Nature
It is an artificial developed lake, located on the Mussoorie-Dehradun road. It has the facility of boating and is a good picnic spot.
Jwalaji Temple
Category : Religious
The Temple is located atop the Benog Hill and has a deity of Mata Durga.
Surrounded by thick woods, the temple offers magnificent views of the Himalayan peaks and the Doon valley.
Cloud End
Surrounded by thick deodar forest, the bungalow is one of the oldest buildings in Mussoorie.
Built in 1838 the bungalow has been converted into a hotel.
If one is interested in hand crafted items, those are also available in Mussoorie. For example, the hand carved Oakwood walking stick is very popular among tourists in the area. The tourists can also get their pictures clicked wearing traditional Garhwali dress.
There are more expensive items, like the pure Ladakhi Shawls that are available in the markets at Mussoorie as well. These might be costly but are very beautiful. Then, there are the antique Jamawar Shawls, which are very expensive but are sure worth having a look at, if not worth purchasing.
For wooden carved boxes, brass statues of Hindu deities and Buddha's statue, etc., one can visit the Nirankari Cottage Industries, located at the Library end of the Mall. It is very famous for such items and is frequented by many visitors. Tibetan prayer wheels, ceramic Chinese vases and hand carved wooden walking sticks made from Oakwood are also available here.
One
of the liveliest ways to spend an evening when you’re in Mussoorie, is
to head to The Tavern for drinks and dinner. There’s usually live music
playing—and although it’s nothing exceptional, it definitely lends
character to the space—so start out with a drink at the bar before
proceeding to dinner at your table.
Emergency Contact Numbers
Police
Emergency Service Number: 108
Police Station: 91-135-2716238, 2616227
Fire Station
Telephone no: +91-135-2632100, 2630101
Hospitals in Mussorie
Civil Hospital
Landour, Mussoorie
Telephone: 2632891
St. Mary's Hospital
Kulri, Mussoorie
Telephone: 2632144,2632869
Community Hospital
Landour , Mussoorie
Telephone: 2631188,2632053, 2632541
Eye Hospital
Library, Mussoorie
Telephone: 2632049
Tourist Map of Mussoorie
Among the crown jewels of tourism in Uttarakhand, Musoorrie has its own charm. Baits of this 'Queen of Hills' attracts everyone coming to this town snuggled in foothills of Garhwal Himalayas; the nearer one gets, more indulgent he becomes.
How to Reach Mussoorie
Mussoorie is one destination that is on the wish list of every traveler.
Though, the city does not have an airport or a railway station, it is
not very difficult to reach the place. Following guidelines can prove helpful in answering your question of 'How to Reach Mussoorie', if you are planning a visit to this popular hill station in India:
By Air
Mussoorie does not have an airport. The nearest airport to the city is the Jolly Grant Airport at Dehradun. From Dehradun one can take a taxi to reach picturesque Mussoorie. The distance between two cities is 60 km.
Following are some of the flights to Dehradun from the major Indian cities.
From New Delhi
- Kingfisher Red
- Air India
- Jet Lite
From Mumbai
- Kingfisher
- Jet Lite
- Jet Airways Konnect
From Kolkata
- Kingfisher Red
- Jet Airways Konnect
- Air India
By Rail
The city does not have a railway station. The nearest railhead is at Dehradun, 34 km from the city. Trains from all the major Indian cities are available to Dehradun.
Following are some of the trains that you can take to Dehradun from the major Indian cities.
From New Delhi
- Musoorie Express
- Shatabdi Express
- Jan Shatabdi
From Mumbai
- Mumbai Express
From Kolkata
- Howrah Express
By Road
From Delhi, Mussoorie is just 290 km by road, whereas from Dehradun it is only 35 km. There are direct buses to Dehradun from Delhi and the neighbouring cities, one can also avail private taxis to reach thes city. Every half an hour, buses ply from Dehradun.
Best Time to Visit Mussoorie
The weather of Mussoorie serves as one of the driving factors for the
tourist. It remains pleasant throughout the year. The temperature hardly
crosses 30 degrees in summers while the winter temperature can fall
down to as low as -1 degrees. The city receives pleasant rainfall in the
rainy season. However, the best time to visit Mussoorie are the months of October and November when the weather is absolutely perfect.
Things to do
Feeling of being stationary while the world at an altitude seems to
be moving can introduce to an out of the world feeling, especially when
done for the first time. Accessing Gun hill from Cable Car is one of the
activities that family can do together and give that feel. Those who
life some physical activity, trekking excursions and camping are also
available from Mussoorie, organized often by adventure companies on this
location. Other activities that could be participated into for a great
vacation are Horse Riding, Fishing, Skating, Mountain Biking and
cycling.Tourist attractions in Mussoorie
As far as sightseeing is concerned, Mussoorie is a tourist’s paradise. Some of the must visits are Kempty falls, Gun hill, Municipal garden, Sir George Everest house and Jharipani falls.
Gun Hill
Category : Nature
As the second highest peak in Mussoorie, it is believed that in the past a canon was fired every afternoon, providing the time to the local residents, who then adjusted their watches accordingly.
At present the location houses a water reservoir.
Tourists can witness spectacular views of the snow capped peaks of Himalayas from the hill and it can be reached by taking a ropeway ride or by trekking.
The Christ Church
Category : Religious
Built in 1836, the church is believed to be the oldest church in Himalayas. Designed in Gothic style, the events in the life of Jesus Christ are illustrated in the stained glass windows in the Church.
The church has an ancient William Hill organ, about 100 years old and the church vicinity has a deodar tree planted by Princess of Wales in 1906.
Camel's Back Road
Category : History & Culture
It is a stretch of approximately 3 km long road from Library point to Kulri Bazaar. The road got its name from its rocks shaped like a camel's hump.
Surrounded by mountains and greenery, the road is known for its natural beauty and offers beautiful views of sunrise, sunset and mountains. It's ideally used by locals for morning and evening walks. Horseback rides are also available on this road.
Lal Tibba
Category : Nature
The highest point in Mussoorie, the hill is also referred as Depot Hill. The Indian Military services are positioned at Lal Tibba. Broadcasting stations of All India Radio and Doordarshan are situated atop Lal Tibba.
From here sightseeing through the lens of an old Japanese telescope is possible. Beautiful views of sunrise and sunset can also be witnessed from this vantage point.
The Mall
Category : History & Culture
It's the main shopping location situated at the center of Mussoorie, with lamppost and benches lined up besides the road, the mall throws a glimpse of the colonial period. One has to pass through the Mall to reach any place in Mussoorie.
Apart from shopping the main attractions of the mall are video game parlours, restaurants, skating ring, windy point and the Methodist Church.
Happy Valley
Category : Nature
The valley is well known for Tibetan Buddhist temple - Shedup Choepelling temple, the IAS Academy and the Municipal Garden.
Situated on the western side of Library Point, the valley leads to Cloud's End, a tourist place where the borders of Mussoorie end and further on is the Hathipaon Park Estate. The valley is famous for its estates, gardens, and temples.
Landour Bazaar
Category : History & Culture
The bazaar is situated on a steep slope and is a cantonment area. It's totally a silence zone, credit to the handwritten signs nailed on the trees.
A pollution-free zone, one can recover from any stress with pure fresh air to breathe. Other Famous landmarks of the place are the Woodstock School, St. Paul's Church, Landour Language school and Char Dukaan (four shops) which sells beverages and snacks to the visitors
Sisters Bazaar
Category : History & Culture
The bazaar got its name from the Nuns who served as nurses in the British dormitories in this area. The area is more like a residential colony with a few shops spread across.
One can visit the famous confectionery shop of the Bazaar- "the Prakash Brothers Store". Other famous attractions are the residence of famous personalities like Dev Anand, Victor Banerjee and Tom Alter.
Kempty Falls
Category : Nature
It is the most popular tourist spots near Mussoorie; the waterfall plunges its way down from about 40 ft high. Usually a crowded spot, a visit to the falls is incomplete without bathing under it.
The falls is losing its charm quite fast due to unorganized commercial visits by people.
Bhatta falls
Category : Nature
From Mussoorie one can access this place by hiring a taxi or take a bus till Balta Village.
From the village the fall is just 3 km away by car or foot. It's an apt spot for picnic.
Jharipani falls
Category : Nature
From Mussoorie visitors can take a bus or go by car on the Mussoorie- Jharipani Road up to Jharipani from there the fall is 1.5 km on foot.
Mussoorie Lake
Category : Nature
It is an artificial developed lake, located on the Mussoorie-Dehradun road. It has the facility of boating and is a good picnic spot.
Jwalaji Temple
Category : Religious
The Temple is located atop the Benog Hill and has a deity of Mata Durga.
Surrounded by thick woods, the temple offers magnificent views of the Himalayan peaks and the Doon valley.
Cloud End
Surrounded by thick deodar forest, the bungalow is one of the oldest buildings in Mussoorie.
Built in 1838 the bungalow has been converted into a hotel.
Shopping in Mussoorie
The main places to visit if one wants to shop in
Mussoorie are Gandhi Chowk, the Mall, Kulri Bazaar and Landour Bazaar.
There are certain items which are famous in Mussoorie, like the wooden
decorative and various kinds of gift items. There are many kinds of
brass statues and ceramic items available here as well.
Not only these, if one is looking for branded items, there are many prominent showrooms located in the Mall. Here, one can find whatever item they are looking for; be it wooden items, brass structures, clothes, electronic items, Tibetan prayer wheels, beautiful and exquisitely designed vases or anything else.
Not only these, if one is looking for branded items, there are many prominent showrooms located in the Mall. Here, one can find whatever item they are looking for; be it wooden items, brass structures, clothes, electronic items, Tibetan prayer wheels, beautiful and exquisitely designed vases or anything else.
If one is interested in hand crafted items, those are also available in Mussoorie. For example, the hand carved Oakwood walking stick is very popular among tourists in the area. The tourists can also get their pictures clicked wearing traditional Garhwali dress.
There are more expensive items, like the pure Ladakhi Shawls that are available in the markets at Mussoorie as well. These might be costly but are very beautiful. Then, there are the antique Jamawar Shawls, which are very expensive but are sure worth having a look at, if not worth purchasing.
For wooden carved boxes, brass statues of Hindu deities and Buddha's statue, etc., one can visit the Nirankari Cottage Industries, located at the Library end of the Mall. It is very famous for such items and is frequented by many visitors. Tibetan prayer wheels, ceramic Chinese vases and hand carved wooden walking sticks made from Oakwood are also available here.
The best places to have a meal in Mussoorie
While the heart of the hill station is littered with tiny,
hole-in-the-wall eateries where each one seems no different from the
next, there are a handful of restaurants that are worth a detour.
Whether you're in the mood for some sinful comfort food, an authentic Tibetan meal, light cafe-style snacks, or something more sophisticated—we've got you covered.
Emily’s
A cosy dining room serving gourmet Continental and Indian fare, Emily’s is one of the most charming places to have a meal.
Kalsang Friends Corner
Decked
in red—walls, lanterns, Tibetan prayer flags et al—Kalsang is
Mussoorie’s go-to spot for Oriental food. They’ve got a pretty extensive
menu, ranging from Thai, Chinese and Tibetan to Indian, but regulars
here vouch for the momos and thukpa.
Clock Tower Café
Just
adjacent to the clock tower (hence the name), Clock Tower Café is a
favourite with the young crowd, and is probably one of the most ambient
eateries in the hill station.
Chic Chocolate
Ignore
the cheesy moniker, and Chic Chocolate on Mussoorie’s Mall Road is a
big mouthful of delicious comfort food that looks and tastes home
made—in a good way.
The Tavern
One
of the liveliest ways to spend an evening when you’re in Mussoorie, is
to head to The Tavern for drinks and dinner. There’s usually live music
playing—and although it’s nothing exceptional, it definitely lends
character to the space—so start out with a drink at the bar before
proceeding to dinner at your table.Hotels in Mussoorie
If anybody takes time to glance, pointing out Mussoorie hotels and
resorts is easier than the houses of the locals; the place is so much
popular among the people bitten by legendary 'travel-bug'. Still, the
situation might not be a help in peak seasons because of the tourists
load Mussoorie receives every year. It is thus suggested to get the
bookings done as soon as the plans to visit the place are laid down.
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- Jaypee Residency Manor
Address : Barlowganj
City : Mussoorie
State : Uttarakhand
Pin Code : 248122
Phone No. : 0135-2631800, 6602000
Fax No. : 0135-2631022
Email ID : reservations.jrm@jaypeehotels.com
Website : www.jaypeehotels.com
Type : 5 Star
Rooms in Hotel : 90
Maximum Room Rate : INR 28000
Minimum Room Rate : INR 16500
Travel trips to Mussoorie
Always book hotels in advance if you are scheduling your trip in the
holiday season as all the good hotels in the city are usually booked at
this time.
Driving in the city is not very easy if you are not familiar with the
roads. Always travel with a driver who is well acquainted with the roads
in the city.
The place remains cool for most part of the year. It is advisable to
carry light woolens on your trip to Mussoorie.Emergency Contact Numbers
Police
Emergency Service Number: 108
Police Station: 91-135-2716238, 2616227
Fire Station
Telephone no: +91-135-2632100, 2630101
Hospitals in Mussorie
Civil Hospital
Landour, Mussoorie
Telephone: 2632891
St. Mary's Hospital
Kulri, Mussoorie
Telephone: 2632144,2632869
Community Hospital
Landour , Mussoorie
Telephone: 2631188,2632053, 2632541
Eye Hospital
Library, Mussoorie
Telephone: 2632049
Tourist Map of Mussoorie
