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Mussoorie offers a wonderful view of the Himalayan snow ranges to the north-east and the Doon Valley., Roorkee, Saharanpur and Haridwar to the South, creating an almost serene atmosphere for the tourists. Mussoorie was discovered by Captain Young, an adventurous military officer in 1827. He was lured by the extraordinarily beautiful ridge and laid the foundation of it. Mussoorie is also a Gateway to the “Gangotri” and the “Yamunotri” shrines

Mussoorie Travel Guide: Mussoorie, the queen of hill stations, is famous for its scenic beauty, gay social life and entertainment. The excellent climate makes it an attractive holiday resort. Thronged by holidayers, it vibrates with gaiety and merry making during the summer season. There are no steep inclines and the more adventurous can undertake enjoyable excursions to various beauty spots in the vicinity. Mussoorie affords glorious views of the mights Himalayan peaks. Kempty falls which are about 11 kms. from the town attract hundreds of people every day. The Bhatta falls are also famous for scenic beauty. More

Places of Interest in Mussoorie: Camel’s Back Road, Gun Hill, Mussoorie Lake, Vinog Mountain Quail Sanctuary, Kempty Fall, Dhanolti, Nagtibba, Surkanda Devi, Bhadraj Temple, Municipal Garden, Yamuna Bridge. More

Trekking in Mussoorie: Nagtibba offers a panoramic view of the Himalayan peaks. One can return via Panthwari Nainbagh and Kempty covering a total distance of 62 kms. More

By Rail: Nearest Railhead is Dhradun 35 kms. Connected with Delhi, Varanasi, Howrah, amritsar, saharanpur, Rishikesh and Haridwar. For transport to Mussoorie taxies and buses are available out side the Railway station.