Stressed? Bored? Or just feeling a bit iffy? Why not take a trip and freshen up? I just have the perfect idea for you. It will be peaceful, as well as historically enriching. If you are looking for a hill station, along with some beautiful historical spots to visit, I have the perfect place for you. It’s none other than Dehradun. 

It is one of the oldest cities in India, in the lower range of the Himalayas. The capital of Uttarakhand is Dehradun which is 1400 feet above sea level. This is such a place that will give you all the experiences you want. 

It is the doorway to Mussoorie, a very beautiful and romantic place for couples, and it will also take you to Haridwar and Rishikesh. The sublime climate is just the cherry on top.

Best Time To Visit Dehradun

The best time to visit Dehradun is from March to June. this is the best time to engage in adventure activities as the weather is beautiful during this time. The temperature ranges from thirty-five degrees to a minimum of seventeen degrees.

You can also visit during the time of monsoons. If your plan to have a relaxing getaway, then this is the best idea. This time the valley looks beautiful as the rain kicks in. This is during the month of July to September.

October to February is also a good time to visit Dehradun. This is when autumn starts, and the temperature starts to cool down. If you want o witness the snow-capped mountains, then this is your ideal time to visit. 

Means To Reach

By flight: The nearest airport is Jolly Grant which is 24 km away from the city. There are many flights available, and you can just take a cab, or there are many public means of transport available to reach the city.

By train: There are main trains connecting Dehradun to many other cities like Howrah, Delhi, Varanasi, Bombay, Lucknow, and other cities as well.

By road: If you are planning a road trip, then you can easily travel to Dehradun. There are highways connecting Dehradun to many other cities.

Let’s Check Out The Places You Can Visit From Dehradun.

The ideal time to visit Dehradun is from October to December and March to June. like any other hill station, this is also filled with caves, waterfalls, lush green valleys, and many historical locations. 

The top five historical places that you can’t miss in Dehradun:

Kalinga War Memorial

Apart from being the most popular tourist attraction, it has a historical background as well. The Uttarakhand government has marked this as a heritage site. The reason behind the creation of this monument makes it unique.

In 1814, the Gurkhas guarded the Nalapani fort in a war with the English army for six whole weeks, and they did it without a drop of water. They fought and survived all that the English army challenged them with, but lastly, they were defeated by the British. 

This memorial is the only example we have where the enemy was so impressed by the opponent that they made a War Memorial in their honor. It was dedicated to the Gurkha Gentry after the 1814-1815 war.

The place oozes an essence of spirit and valor who gave up their lives for their regiment. You will feel that patriotism in your heart and won’t be able to turn back without paying your respects.

Dehradun Clock Tower

Another famous historical tourist attraction is the Clock Tower of Dehradun. It took almost five years to complete this tower, and was inaugurated by Lal Bahadur Shastri in 1953. The British built it before India got its independence. 

The clock was built in such a way that a person standing on the other side of the city could hear the ticking sound of the clock. At present, it does not tick.

The tower records all the names of the freedom fighters who fought to get India its freedom from British rule. In the beginning, it was named “Balbir Tower” and was built to mark India’s independence. This 85m  tall monument adds to the heritage value of our country.

Gurkha Fort (Nalapani Fort)

This is that historical fort that the Gurkhas fought for with their lives against the English army. They fought for a solid six weeks without food and water to protect the fort from the British. This fort has witnessed all that went down between both parties and holds the memories deeply.

This is a must-visit place in Dehradun, and if you are a big history buff, you just can’t miss it. 

Chetwode Hall

This is popularly known as Indian Military Academy, and it has been named after the infamous founder of this academy, Field Marshall Sir Philip Chetwode. It was founded in the year 1930.

This academy contributes to developing the arm of our nation and has got all the amenities that are needed for that purpose. This is a widely popular tourist spot as well. It is not exactly inside the city but just 8km away.

Ram Rai Gurudwara

This gurudwara was built in the 17^th Century and is among the oldest Gurudwaras in the valley. This was built by the 7^th Sikh Guru, Ram Rai, along with the ruler who used to rule the valley then. This is a very famous spot among tourists and especially during the time of the annual festival, which happens every year on the 5^th day after Holi.

Let’s move forward from the historical locations and check what are the top 10 places to visit in Dehradun.

• Robber’s Cave
• Sahastradhara
• Tapkeshwar temple
• Mind-rolling Monastery
• Paltan Bazar
• Forest Research Institute
• Dehradun Zoo
• Regional Science Centre Dehradun
• Sahastradhara Ropeway
• Daat Kali Mandir Dehradun

Places to Visit in Dehradun and Mussoorie:

• Kempty Falls
• Company Garden
• Lal Tibba
• Gun hill Point
• Jharipani falls
• Sir George Everest’s House
• Cloud’s End
• Mussoorie Lake
• Devalsari
• Benog Wildlife Sanctuary

Wrapping Up!

Dehradun is not just about the beautiful valleys, it is also the home to many prestigious educational centers of northern India. There are institutions like Doon School and Welham, which are the schools for personalities like Olympian Abhinav Bindra, Former PM Rajiv Gandhi, and also the author Amitav Ghosh. This city is also known as the abode of Dronacharya, from Mahabharata. This is a perfect amalgamation of mythology and history.