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Mussoorie Tourist Information
Mussoorie
is located in the Garhwal hills. Due to its immense natural beauty, Mussoorie
is known as the queen of hill stations. In 1820 Captain Young
from the British army was influenced by the beauty of this place and made this
place his residence. This marked the foundation of a hill station
 called
Mussoorie. The name, Mussoorie, is derived from plants of 'Mussoorie'
which were found in abundance here. After its discovery, this hill station
gradually developed as a center of education, business, tourism and beauty.
Mussoorie is located at a height of 2,500 meters in the green Himalayan
range. Due to its location and beauty Mussoorie is considered as the
best hill station in the northern region. The modern bungalows, malls
and well laid gardens which are located on the small hills around the area are
enough to attract any tourist.
Mussoorie is an excellent respite for tourists and people who want relief from
the hot sultry conditions of the plains. Nature has gifted Mussoorie
everything which makes a place beautiful. With the onset of summers tourists
start coming here. As heat increases in the plains number of tourist inflow
also increases proportionately. Mussoorie is very close to Delhi, its
overnight journey and one can return in one day . So, some people come here to
spend their week ends. Also, the major Hindu pilgrimages like Kedarnath,
Badrinath, Gangotri, Yamunotri, Haridwar, Rishikesh are not far from this
place.
Places of
Interest in Mussoorie :
Special Attraction of Mussoorie :
Gun Hill- The second highest point in Mussoorie, Gun Hill offers mesmerizing
views of Himalayan ranges.
Excursions :
How to Reach Mussoorie :
The Nearest railhead of Dehradun is 30 k.m. away & connected to all metro
towns. The Jolly Grant airport of Dehradun is serviced by limited small
aircraft from Delhi.
Best time to Visit Mussoorie :
The enchanting natural beauty of Mussoorie is best enjoyed during the summers
- March to June and Autumn months of October and November.
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