Been There, Doon That??

Dehradun, for me, is the home of my childhood memories. This beautiful valley is everything that you can ask for. Situated at the foothills of the Himalayas, Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand, has a lot of other things than the ones that meet the eye. Apart from Mussorie and Rishikesh, Dehradun is a place full of life and happiness. Just hours away from Delhi, Dehradun is definitely a place worth visiting. Here’s a list of amazing places you can visit in dehradun and the stuff that you can do here- • Robber’s Cave: Seek the thrill Robbers cave is definitely a place worth visiting. Also known as Guchupanni, this place surely brings out the adventurist inside you . With the amazing 1 km trek that takes you to places that are not yet explored and one can just sit there admiring the beauty of nature. • Sahastradhara: Dip in the medicinal waters Sahastradhara is yet another picnic spot that you can come across in dehradun. With water flowing over large steps, time flies by without you realizing it. A lot of caves and waterfalls, add to the beauty of this place. You can never afford to miss this place if you’re at Dehradun. • Lachhiwala: Enjoy a family picnic Pondering what to do in Dehradun? Fuss not, Lachhiwala with its characteristic excellence, is the perfect spot for getting a charge out of some calm family time over a cookout and rising above past the dreariness of regular daily existence. There are a few swings too for the children to appreciate making it one of the top spots to visit in Dehradun with children. • Paragliding: Fly in the sky Yes, you read that right. Dehradun might not have many sports like Rishikesh, but there are still certain places where you can enjoy with your friends and family by doing stuff like paragliding. Don’t miss out the fun. • Forest Research Institute: Marvel at the architecture Established in 1906, this premier institute under the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) is designed in the Greco-Roman architectural style and is a National Heritage thereby among the best places to visit. The lush green expanse of its property spread over 450 hectares is an admirable place. • Other Things that you can try at dehradun are listed below- • Tapkeshwar Temple: Seek spiritual comfort • Chetwode Hall: Fill your heart with pride • Nightlife: Groove through the night • Tibetan Market: Go shopping • Ellora’s: Gorge on baked goods • Rajaji National Park: Go for a jungle safari • Nag Tibba: Go trekking • Tiger Falls: Embrace Nature • Malsi Deer Park: Enjoy a day out • Paltan Bazaar: Explore the local market