Hill Station
Mussoorie
Mussoorie is a verified major visitor place connected with Dehradun district of Uttarakhand.
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Dehradun
Doon valley capital, Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Chakrata, FRI, Sahastradhara
Forest calmSlow trailsEarthy light
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Dehradun District Guide
Dehradun district is in Garhwal division of Uttarakhand, with headquarters at Dehradun. Trusted district guide coverage includes Doon valley capital, Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Chakrata, FRI, Sahastradhara.
Identity
Doon valley capital, Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Chakrata, FRI, Sahastradhara
Dehradun district is in Garhwal division of Uttarakhand, with headquarters at Dehradun. Trusted district guide coverage includes Doon valley capital, Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Chakrata, FRI, Sahastradhara.
Culture
Pilgrimage, nature and local culture
Dehradun combines district temples, local markets, seasonal fairs, nature routes and Garhwal culture.
Travel Planning
Season and route awareness
March to June and September to November are generally best; check Char Dham and high route status.
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The places you’ll remember.
Important Place
Rishikesh
Rishikesh is a verified major visitor place connected with Dehradun district of Uttarakhand.
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Hill Station
Chakrata
Chakrata is a verified major visitor place connected with Dehradun district of Uttarakhand.
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Important Place
Forest Research Institute
Forest Research Institute is a verified major visitor place connected with Dehradun district of Uttarakhand.
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Important Place
Robbers Cave and Sahastradhara
Robbers Cave and Sahastradhara is a verified major visitor place connected with Dehradun district of Uttarakhand.
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Religious / Heritage
Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple
Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple is a verified major visitor place connected with Dehradun district of Uttarakhand.
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Local Food
Dehradun food coverage includes local Uttarakhand thali, mandua roti, dal, rice, seasonal vegetables, tea snacks and pilgrim or market meals.
District towns and homestays
Local Thali
Traditional thali with rice, roti, dal, vegetables and chutneys.
Village kitchens and dhabas
Mandua Roti and Dal
Finger millet roti with gahat, bhatt, rajma or mixed dal.
Markets and festive meals
Jhangora Kheer and Sweets
Jhangora kheer, arsa, bal mithai, singori or other local sweets.
Bus stands and temple routes
Tea and Route Snacks
Tea, pakora, aloo dishes and simple vegetarian route meals.
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A LITTLE PLANNING GOES A LONG WAY
Before you set off.
March to June and September to November are generally best; check Char Dham and high route status.
March to June · 18-30 C
Spring and Summer
Good for sightseeing, temples, hill walks and family travel.
July to September · 18-27 C
Monsoon
Green season, but landslides, slippery trails and road delays are possible.
October to November · 12-24 C
Autumn
Clear views and comfortable post-monsoon travel window.
December to February · 5-18 C
Winter
Cold season; high routes may have snow and shrine closures.
By Road and Bus
Main routes
By Rail
Nearest railheads
By Air
Nearest airport