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About Mussoorie Tourism

Located at the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayas, Mussoorie is a quaint English-looking town that has embraced its colonial past. The hill station is renowned for its unspoilt natural beauty and offers the perfect destination to unwind and recharge your batteries. The town has many attractions, including waterfalls, art galleries, museums, undulating hills with trekking trails, clock towers, and adventure parks. Mussoorie attracts not just honeymooners but also solo travellers, families, and nature lovers.

About Mussoorie

Mussoorie is located about 35km from Dehradun, in Uttarakhand. It is at an elevation of 2005m above sea level, on the foothills of Garhwal Himalayas. Also known as the Queen of Hills, Mussoorie was created in 1825, when a hunting lodge was created by Captain Young, a British military officer, and the Superintendent of Revenue of Dehradun, Mr. Shore. Today, Mussoorie is renowned for its colonial architecture, stunning natural beauty, and mesmerising views of the Shivalik Range and Doon Valley.

Mussoorie has a salubrious climate throughout the year, but the best time to visit is in summer. It is the peak tourist season as people throng the town to escape from the heat in Northern India. While temperatures hover around 37 deg Celsius from March to June, the cool mountain breeze keeps you cool while enjoying sightseeing and outdoor activities. However, plan your trip to Mussoorie based on what you are interested in.

The nearest airport is Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport. It is about 50km away from Mussoorie. On landing at Dehradun, visitors can hire a taxi to reach Mussoorie. The ride takes about two hours. Several private and state buses ply between Mussoorie and Dehradun as well as Delhi, Rishikesh, Haridwar, and Tehri. The buses take the NH58 from Delhi and this journey takes about eight to nine hours. You can also use this route to drive down from Delhi to Mussoorie and it will take around the same time to cover the 290km. Those who want to travel by train can opt for the Delhi-Dehradun Shatabdi Express that departs from Delhi and reaches Dehradun in five hours. Just outside the railway station, close to the main bus stop, is a taxi stand that allows you to hire private taxis to drive down to Mussoorie. This is everything about Mussoorie. The enchanting hill station is a paradise for nature lovers and adventure aficionados. Plan your trip today and enjoy a memorable holiday.

The local Garhwali cuisine is delicious and uses a lot of lentils and rice. One of the dishes that comprise the local cuisine is Bhatt, which is made with soya beans and kulath. Be sure to try out a type of vada made from urad dal. It is steamed on one side and cooked on the other side. Other dishes to savour include Aloo ke Gutke, Malta juice, Bhangjeera, Bal Mithai, Jhanghora ki Kheer, and Singodi. Be sure to try out the local brew called Kachi, which is diluted with fresh lemon juice. Mussoorie is also the place to try out authentic Tibetan food, such as momos, Thukpa, dumplings, and Tsampa which is made from barley.

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