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Mussoorie: Queens of Hills

Mussoorie: Queens of Hills

Being in India, we are blessed with millions of mesmerising towns, beaches, temples,
monuments, hill stations and whatnot. And, when it comes to exploring North India, you cannot miss the opportunity to take a trip to Mussoorie – the queen of hills. Mussoorie is one such destination, which almost every travel blogger covers in their blogs. A lot of travel bloggers even start their blogging journey with this beautiful hill station. The reason being is that its aura and majesty speak thousands of words and take you close to the magical nature. Mussoorie is situated at a height of around 2005 meter above sea level and is one of the best and busiest hill stations to roam around, especially in the seasonal period. However, even being action-packed, Mussoorie is among the top hill stations that tourists choose to travel around throughout the year.

How to Reach Mussoorie?
Mussoorie is located in the north-western state of Uttarakhand, which was earlier also known as Uttaranchal. It is around 36 kilometres away from the Dehradun railway station, the nearest one. There are a number of flights, trains and buses that serve Dehradun city every day. The private and government bus service between Dehradun to Mussoorie is really good, which adds value to Mussoorie’s tourism. Once you get down to Jollygrant Airport or Dehradun railway station, you can take the local transports as per your convenience. Once you reach this truly dazzling Mussoorie hill station, you will be bound to feel the blessings of nature. The incrediblepicturesque, fresh air, pristine nature and the panoramic view of Mussoorie will captivate you with its imperishable beauty.

Since Mussoorie is situated at a good 6500 feet above the sea level, the cold breezes coming directly from the snow-capped Himalayan peaks will enchant your mind and soul. If you are visiting Mussoorie for the first time, you must be aware of some breath-taking spots that are worth exploring. So, let us take you through these mesmeric and wonderful places in Mussoorie that justify why it is called the “Queen of Hill Stations”.

Kempty Waterfall – Let the Chilled

A trip to Mussoorie cannot be completed without feeling the droplets of fresh, chilled and crystal clear water of Kempty Waterfall on your cheeks while closing your eyes. The Kempty Waterfall is the most popular place to visit in Mussoorie, which indeed, is a breath-taking spot to gallivant. What makes the Kempty Waterfall so glorious is that the Kempty water falls from multiple streams and blends into one before finally reaching the ground. If you are an aquaphile and love the Mother Nature, this place is just so apt for you. Here, you will not only admire the flora and fauna of Mussoorie but also enjoy the sizzling essence of the waterfall with other tourists. Owing to such popularity of Kempty Waterfall, this place is often too crowded, especially in the seasonal period. However, it is still worth taking a ride to have a chance to admire the astonishing beauty of Kempty Fall.

Benog Wildlife Sanctuary – Meet Some Rare Species Before They Extinct Forever
Another enthralling place that you must have in your itinerary while exploring Mussorie is the Benog Wildlife Sanctuary. The Benog Wildlife Sanctuary is home to a wide range of mountain birds that are, unfortunately, on the verge of extinction. Along with such disappearing birds such as red-billed blue magpie and quails, you would also stumble on the rare breeds of Leopards and Deer. Besides, there are many other wildlife species such as Bear, Black Panther and the Himalayan Goat. If you are a nature and wildlife enthusiast, you cannot keep Benog Wildlife Sanctuary out of your travel plan.

Gun Hill – Learn How Britishers Update the Time to the People Back Then
Having a trip of Mussoorie and leaving the hill station without having a bird’s eye view of the entire Mussoorie does not sound right, correct? Therefore, I have for you this adventurous ride to Gun Hill, which is about 6800 feet above the sea level. This is the second-highest peak of the region. Take a red cable car from Mall Road to Gun Hill, which runs from 8 AM to 10 PM in summers and schedules a bit earlier rest of the year.
The red cable car would take you only 5-6 minutes to reach its destination. You will find souvenir shops, food stalls, native costumes, amusements rides, and local crowd along with tourists etc.
A fun fact for you: The Gun Hill gets its name because of the British cannon that is placed there. Britishers would fire this cannon every day at noon to let the people know what time it is.


Mall Road – Because it Completes Your Trip to Mussoorie
Mall Roads are the identity of the hill stations and hence, Mussoorie also has a Mall road, which is often called the heart of Mussoorie. It offers all that you would expect from any other hill station in India. It has ample of local shops, cuisines, cafes, and restaurants etc. What makes Mussoorie Mall Road different from others is its Jawahar Aquarium and the historic Mussoorie Library, which especially, fascinate people who are fanatic about historic kinds of stuff. The Mall Road spreads through the entire Mussoorie town and you can sightsee around Verdant Hills and valleys across the town


The list does not end here! Apart from these conventional places that are mentioned above, there are many other spellbinding and enthralling sightseeing spots in and around Mussoorie that will leave you awestruck. Some of such splendid places include the Corn Village, which is an attractive offbeat destination. Most residents in this town farm corns and decorate their homes with a bunch of corns. Another place, which is famous for its soothing and calm environment is called the Happy Valley.

And, how can one forget about the Company Garden while being in Mussoorie, right? The Company Garden gets its name after the British East India Company. If you are exploring Mussoorie with your family, it can be a delightful experience to wallow in pedal boats, artificial waterfall, garden with tons of flowers and plants, and wax museum with Indian and international celebrities’ statues etc. So, what are you waiting for? Plan a trip to Mussoorie and get one of the most wonderful travel experiences of your life!

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