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  Sahastradhara: (12 km from Hotel)
  Sahasratra Dhara, laterally meaning, the 'thousand fold spring' is situated at a distance of 11 kms. from Dehra Dun. The place makes an ideal picnic spot and is of immense attraction to visitors. The Baldi river and the caves provide a breathtaking view.
The water here has a fall of about 9 metres and leaves an incrustation of lime of all its touches. Particles thus accumulating over the centuries have formed a projecting ledge, and a sort of cave, from the roof of which falls a perpetual shower. There is also a sulphur spring in which visitors often take bath. Its water is said to cure skin infections and possess other medicinal properties.
 
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  Fun Valley: (26 km from Hotel)
  We are pround to introduce you to the North India's Biggest Water & Amusement Park. The Fun Valley. The Fun Valley Park is located in the "Golden Triangle of Uttaranchal" - Dehradun, Haridwar and Rishkesh and is equidistance from all three towns. AIt is conveniently connected right on the Dehradun-Haridwar Highway (NH-72) & is provided with parking for small and large vehicles-group-tour coaches.

And, it's not just another amusement park. It's an integrated leisure complex, combining in one place an amusement park, a water park club facilities, an overnight stay resort with beautiful cottages, and highway motel-cum-rest stop incorporating multi-cuisine food court and shopping arcade. Amongst the special attraction for children are go-carting, India's longest water slide and the biggest wave pool in North India.

The Fun Valley is uniquely designed as place for wholeshome entertainment as family center.
   
  Mussoorie: (24 km from Hotel)
  38 kms from Dehradun is Mussoorie with its green hills and varied flora and fauna, is a fascinating hill station. It offers a wonderful view of the Himalayan snow ranges to the northeast and the Doon Valley, Roorkee, Saharanpur and Haridwar to the South, creating an almost serene atmosphere for the tourists. Mussoorie was discovered by Captain Young, an adventurous military officer in 1827. He was lured by the extraordinarily beautiful ridge and laid the foundation of it. Mussoorie is located in the Garhwal hills. The name, Mussoorie, is derived from plants of 'Mussoorie' which were found in abundance here. After its discovery, this hill station gradually developed as a center of education, business, tourism and beauty. It is located at a height of 2,500 meters in the green Himalayan range. Due to its location and beauty, it is considered as the best hill station in the northern region. It is very close to Delhi, its overnight journey and one can return in one day . So, some people come here to spend their week ends. Also, the major Hindu pilgrimages like Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, Yamunotri, Haridwar, Rishikesh are not far from this place.

Bhadraj temple, Mussorie Lake, Vinog Mountain Quail Sanctuary, Camel's Back Road, Childer's Lodge, Nag Devta Temple, Kempty Fall, Yamuna Bridge, Surkhanda Devi, Dhanolti etc are the places to visit in Mussoorie

Climate:
It is pleasant in summer (April to June) and clouding in (July to Aug.) and cool and serene in autumn (Sept. to Nov.) and winter months of Dec. to Feb. is severely bitty cold a time of snow fall, Mussoorie is called "Queen Of Hills" today it is one of the most popular summer destination in the northern hills.

How to reach:

By Air
The nearest Airport is Jollygrant, Bhania Wala, Dehradun (60kms). Vayudoot services from Delhi.

By Train
Nearest railway station is at Dehradun, 34 km. Taxi and buses are available outside the railway station for transit to Mussoorie from Shatabdi Express.

By Road
Mussoorie is connected to other parts of India with a wide network of road route. Cycle-Rickshaw & Taxi are available for local transport.
   
  Robber's Cave(Guchhupani): (4 km from Hotel)
  An ideal place for a picnic, Robber’s Cave is just 8 Kms away from the City Bus Stand. Local bus services are available upto Anarwala Village, from where it is just a Kilometre’s trek to the spot.
   
  Malsi Deer Park :(6 km from Hotel)
  Ten Kms from Dehradun, enroute to Mussoorie is situated a beautifully developed tourist spot lying at the foothills of the Shivalik range. Malsi Deer Park is a mini-zoological park comprising children's park enveloped by beautiful, natural surroundings. Alongwith the attractive environs the availability of refreshments make the place ideal for a picnic
 
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  Robber’s Cave ((04 KM from Hotel))
  An ideal place for a picnic, Robber’s Cave is just 8 Kms away from the City Bus Stand. Local bus services are available upto Anarwala Village, from where it is just a Kilometre’s trek to the spot.
 
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  Lachhiwala (22 KM from Hotel)
  3 Kms from Doiwala and 22 Kms from Dehradun, on the Hardwar/Rishikesh road is Lachhiwala. The serene and blissful spot is famous for its picnic spots. The place also provides accommodation to tourists in the Forest Rest House nestled in the greenery.
 
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  Bhagirathi Resort (21 KM from Hotel)
  An 18 Kms drive along the Chakrata road, Bhagirathi Resort at Selaqui, Dehradun lends a breath-taking spectacle of the Himalayan ranges. The resort lures the tourists with its tranquil swimming pool, water slides and fountains. Against the backdrop of the mountain ranges, the resort is an ideal tourist spot.
   
  Asan Barrage Water Sports Resort (46 KM from Hotel)
  A water sports resort has been developed at the Asan Barrage by Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam in the year 1994. Asan Barrage was created in 1967 and it is popularly known as Dhalipur Lake. Situated 43 kms from Dehradun on Chandigarh-Shimla highway, the resort offers facilities like waterskiing, boating, rowing, kayaking, canoeing etc. Wildlife lovers have an added bonus during the winter season as migratory birds can be seen in the vicinity
 
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  Dakpathar (48 KM from Hotel)
  45 Kms from Dehradun, Dakpathar is a beautiful tourist spot in the western Doon Valley, amidst the Shivalik range. Dakpathar has emerged a wonderful tourist spot under the Yamuna Hydel Scheme. The place is connected by a regular bus service from the Parade Ground and Highway Bus Stand near the Railway Station, Dehradun. Accommodation is available in a Tourist Rest House with swimming pool facilities.
 
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Tapowan (5 KM from Hotel)
Approximately, 5 kms from the City Bus Stand on the Dehradun-Rajpur road, this place is situated in beautiful surroundings. Legend has it that Guru Dronacharya had done penance in this area.
 
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