Places to Visit in Dehradun
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Museum
Rank 1
Ranked 1 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Museum
- Entry: Paid
The Museum, situated on Haridwar Road, is one of the most popular museums of the destination. Renowned as Zonal Museum, this museum displays collection of artefacts related to the origin, development and sustenance of mankind on earth. In addition, the functioning of this museum was commenced in...
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Chandrabani
Rank 2
Ranked 2 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Religious
Chandrabani is located at a distance of around 7 km from Dehradun. This temple is also the site of the popular Gautam Kund, where devotees take a dip in the holy water.
According to ancient mythology, it is believed that the place was the resident of Maharishi Gautam, his mate and...
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Forest Research Institute
Rank 3
Ranked 3 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Other
Forest Research Institute (FRI) is located in the north-west centre of the city, on the Kaulagarh Road. Sprawling over an area of around 2000 acres, this research institute was established in 1906.
The main attraction of this institute is the building itself, which has been constructed...
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Clock Tower
Rank 4
Ranked 4 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Clock Tower
Clock Tower, located on the Rajpur road, is one of the most prominent attractions of the destination. Encircled by the commercial centre of the city, the Clock Tower is one of the most renowned landmarks of the city that was constructed before independence by the British. A beautiful tourist...
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Sahastradhara
Rank 5
Ranked 5 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
Sahastradhara, located at a distance of around 14 km from the heart of the city, is a popular tourist attraction of Dehradun. Literally meaning 'Thousands fold Spring', Sahastradhara is a beautiful spring, having a depth of around 9 m.
Owing to the presence of sulphur in the...
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Wadia Institute Of Himalayan Geology
Rank 6
Ranked 6 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Other
Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology was established in the year 1968 by Government of India. It is an autonomous research institute of the Department of Science and Technology. Formerly known as the Institute of Himalayan Geology, it was later renamed as Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology....
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Indian Military Academy
Rank 7
Ranked 7 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Other
Indian Military Academy, located in Dehradun, became functional from 1st October 1932. It is situated at a distance of around 8 km from the main city, on Dehradun-Chakrata Road. Initially, it started with a batch of 40 Cadets. The first commandant of this academy was Brigadier L.P. Collins....
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Malsi Deer Park
Rank 8
Ranked 8 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: National Park
- Entry: Paid
Malsi Deer Park, located at a distance of 10 km from Dehradun, is one of the major tourist attractions in the city. Situated on the foothills of the Shivalik mountain range, this park is a Zoological Garden.
Apart from Deers, tourists visiting the park can also spot beautiful peacocks....
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Mundali
Rank 9
Ranked 9 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: View point
Mundali is located about 2.5 km from Dharagarh. It is bounded by green forests. It is situated 129 kms away from Dehradun district and 36 kms from Charkata. The alternatives for visiting Mundali are through Kandaband, Kathiyan and Dhragarh which are at the difference of about 49kms. Mundali gives...
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Mahadev Temple
Rank 10
Ranked 10 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Temple
The Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple
is built upon the banks of a seasonal river. This Cave Temple
whose presiding diety is the Lord Shiva is located in the Garhi Cantonment
area; about 5.5 km from Dehradun's city centre. Inside the cave, a steady drip
of water falls from the ceiling on to the top...
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Mindrolling Monastery
Rank 11
Ranked 11 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Monastery
Mindrolling Monastery, located in Clement Town area of Dehradun, is one of the most prominent monasteries of the destination. Locally known as Tibetan Monastery, it was established by Rigzin Tendak Lingpa in the year 1676. The name of the monastery, Mindroling in Tibetan language means Place of...
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Ram Rai Gurudwara
Rank 12
Ranked 12 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Gurudwara
Ram Rai Gurudwara, constructed in early 17th century, is one of the oldest gurudwaras in this valley. Established by Ram Rai, the 7th Sikh Guru, this gurudwara was built with the help of the then ruler of this beautiful hill station. According to legend, it is said that Guru Ram Rai was casted...
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Robbers Cave
Rank 13
Ranked 13 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Cave
Robber's Cave, located at a distance of 8 km from the city centre, is one of the most popular picnic spots of the destination. Popularly known as Guchu Pani, this place is situated at a distance of 1 km from the village of Anarwala. The place is famous for a strange phenomenon, wherein a...
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Lacchiwalla
Rank 14
Ranked 14 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Picnic Spot
Lachiwalla, a famous picnic spot, is located at a distance of around 3 km from Doiwala and approximately 22 km from Dehradun. Situated on Haridwar-Rishikesh Road, the place is one of the most important sightseeing places of Dehradun.
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Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple
Rank 15
Ranked 15 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Temple
Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple, in the outskirts of the city, is located at a distance of approximately 5.5 km from the city centre. Sprawling on the banks of seasonal river, this cave temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
The name of the temple has been derived from the Hindi word Tapak, which...
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Chetwoode Hall
Rank 16
Ranked 16 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Museum
- Entry: Paid
Dehradun is known for the great Indian Military Academy placed there. Dehradun is also known as Military Hill City in India. India is the fifth largest nation in regards to the military power possessed. The Indian army possesses the latest and sophisticated ammunition which are displayed in...
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Laxman Siddh Temple
Rank 17
Ranked 17 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Temple
Laxman Siddh Temple, located at a distance of 12 km from Dehradun, is known for its scenic beauty. This temple is the cremation site of the Saint-Swami Laxman Siddh, which is visited by large number of tourists every year.
According to a popular belief, it is said that the temple is...
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Sai Durbar Temple
Rank 18
Ranked 18 of 18Places to Visit in Dehradun
- Type: Temple
Sai Durbar Temple, located at a distance of around 8 km from the Clock Tower, is situated on the Rajpur Road. Built with marble stones, the chief idol is established in the core of this temple. The interiors of this temple are adorned with several beautiful paintings, which are made using...
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