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Mussoorie, Queen of the Hills, located some 290 km north of New Delhi, is among the most popular hill stations of the country. It is a captivating paradise for leisure travellers and honeymooners. A perfect summer resort and a major educational and cultural centre has been rolled into one hub. Located on a 15 km long horseshoe ridge with the grand Himalayas as a backdrop, the colonial hill resort of Mussoorie spreads across at a height of 2,005.5 m above sea level. From this vantage point, Mussoorie offers superb scenic view of peaks of the Himalayas in western Garhwal. Mussoorie boasts of some of the most spectacular views of the Himalayas.
Hill ridges, irregular in shape and partly wooded, form layer after layer to the
horizon, where snow capped mountain peaks are visible as though you can touch
them. From West to East, the mighty peaks of Bandar Poonch, Srikantha, the
Gangotri group and the Chaukhamba present a mesmerizing panorama. 34 km from
Dehradun, Mussoorie overlooks the majestic Doon valley to its south and the
impressive Himalayas up north. The mountains beckon climbers, trekkers and
adventure sport enthusiasts. Trekkers begin their journey into the popular
trekking area of Hari-ki-Doon with its snowscapes and verdant-forested slopes
from Mussoorie. The holy River Ganga is visible from one end of the ridge and
Yamuna from the other, a stretch of around 20 km in all, from Cloud's end in the
west to Jabarkhet in the east.
One of the most easily accessible hill stations in Northern India, during the
peak tourist season, Mussoorie becomes a bustling resort with hordes of
holiday-makers ambling down the central Mall. The suburban area of Landour,
about 300 m away from the main town, is quieter and has managed to retain some
of its old colonial charm. Surrounded by lush wooded expanses and winding lanes,
it offers exclusive opportunities for quiet walks. It overlooks the sprawling
Doon valley and the city of Dehradun, the gateway to Mussoorie and to entire
Garhwal.
Gun Hill is the second highest peak of Mussoorie. The Mall is the starting point for the cable car towards the summit of Gun Hill. The thrill of the ride is memorable.
The Mall is the main shopping area in Mussoorie. The Mall Road connects the two bazaars, Kulri and Library. It is the heart of the town. Alongside the Mall is the tourist office
The artificial Mussoorie Lake is situated about 6 km short of Mussoorie on the way from Dehradun. The Mussoorie Lake is a delightful spot where paddle-boats are available.
Landour is situated at the east end of town, situated at an altitude of 2270 m above sea level. Landour is an Indian style bazaar. Woodstock School, an international school.
Camel's Back Road is suitable for horse riding, walking and beautiful sunset views of the Himalayas. A superb rock formation, with a life-like resemblance to a sitting camel.
Lal Tibba is the highest hill and situated at an altitude of 2438m above sea level. The view to the north and the snow-capped peaks is stunning and best at sunrise.
