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PLACES
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Situated on the foothills of the great Himalayan, Dehradun is one of the
most visited tourist destinations in India. Surrounded by beautiful
hills, doon valleys and dense forests, city welcomes tourists to come
and enjoy real world of nature.
Robber's Cave
Guchhupani is one of the names of Robber's cave, situated at the
distance of 8 km from the city center. It is 600 meters long cave having
small river inside it.
Forest Research Institute
It is well known institute in the field of forestry, which is being run
by Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education. It was established
in 1906 and chosen deemed university by the UGC. It has also museum on
forestry that is open from 9:30am to 5:00pm.
Malsi Deer Park
It is one of most visited tourist destinations, located at the distance
of just 10 km from Dehradun. Situated at the foothills of Shivalik
ranges, it is a mini-zoological park surrounded by beautiful objects of
nature, that makes it best place for picnic.
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Robber's Cave |
Forest Research Institute |
Malsi Deer Park |
Tapovan
Situated at the bank of river Ganga, it is one of the holiest places for
Hindus. According to Hindu mythology, it is the place where Kaurava's
Guru Dronacharya has undergone penance.
Sahastradhara
Shastradhara, which means, the 'thousand springs' is one of the best
picnic spots. It is a eye pleasing waterfall of 9 meters, that attracts
the tourists. Place has also Sulphur spring famous for its medicinal
value, it is believed that it cares skin disease.
Sai Darbar
As the name suggests temple is dedicated to lord Sai Baba, it is located
on Rajput road
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Tapovan |
Sahastradhara |
Sai Darbar |
Tapkeshwar Temple
It is one of the oldest temples in Dehradun, dedicated to lord Shiva, it
is at the distance of 5.5 km from city bus-stand and well connected by
road. A fair is organized every year on the occasion of Shivratri. As
the name suggests, temple is named Tapkeshwar as water droplets from
rocks falls on shivling and gives it marvelous look.
Laxman Siddha Temple
It is just 12 km from Dehradun. According to Hindu mythology, it is the
place where after killing the Ravana, lord Rama's younger brother
Laxmana has undergone penance..
Darbar Shri Guru Ram Rai
This place has historical significance from the time of Mughal Emperor
Aurangzeb. The Sikh guru Ram Rai ji, the eldest son of the Seventh Sikh
Guru Har Rai Ji, stayed here in 1676 and now it has changed into
pilgrimage place for Sikhs.
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Tapkeshwar Temple |
Laxman Siddha Temple |
Darbar Shri Guru Ram Rai |
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