Excursions
Van Chetna Kendra, Jwalaji Temple:
At an altitude of 2104 m on top of the Benog Hill, it is surrounded
by forests and offers a panoramic view of the Himalayan peaks, Doon
valley and Yamuna valley. The other places of interest are Bhatta Fall,
Lal Tibba, Mossey Fall & Mussoorie Lake.
Excursions
Jharipani Falls (8.5 km):
One of the many waterfalls around Mussoorie, it is a popular picnic spot.
The Jheel (6 km):
A picnic spot on the Dehradun-Mussoorie Road, offers a good view of Doon Valley.
Municipal Garden (4 km):
A popular picnic spot with a beautiful garden.
Nag Devta Temple (6 km):
This ancient temple, situated on Cart Road provides a charming view of the Doon Valley and Mussoorie.
Sir George Everest House (6 km):
Sir George Everest, first Surveyor General of India, had his office and residence here.
Bhadraj temple (15 km):
Situated on the extreme western region of Mussoorie town, this temple is dedicated to Lord Balbhadra, brother of Shri Krishna.
Parkasheshji temple (20 km):
the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Surkhanda Devi (40 km):
Situated at an elevation of 3, 030 m above sea level near village Kaddukhal, the temple of Surkanda Devi is a lovely place to visit. Visitors can go up to Kaddu Khal (Devasthali) by bus or by car from where the temple is about 2 km on foot. Accom: GMVN Rest house, Dhanaulti, Tel: 01396 226223
Conducted Tours
Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN) conducts daily sightseeing tours of Mussoorie. The tours start from the Hotel Garhwal Terrace, Mall Road, Mussoorie, Tel: 0135 2632682-83. Halfday tour to Kempty Falls- Dep: 1000 hrs. & 1300 hrs. Fare: Rs. 100 & full day tour of Mussoorie-Dhanaulti, Surkhanda Devi Temple, Mussoorie Lake & Kempty Falls-Timings: 1000 hrs.-1730 hrs.
