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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 north-east 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 also a Gateway to the "Gangotri" and the "Yamunotri" shrines.
Mussoorie, the queen of hill stations, is famous for its scenic beauty, gay social life and entertainment. The excellent climate makes it an attractive holiday resort. Thronged by holiday-goers, it vibrates with gaiety and merry making during the summer season.
There are no steep inclines and the more adventurous can undertake enjoyable excursions to various beauty spots in the vicinity.
Mussoorie affords glorious views of the mighty Himalayan peaks. Kempty Fall which is about 11 kms. from the town attract hundreds of people every day. The Bhatta Fall is also famous for scenic beauty. Though the tourist here is smaller than that of Kempty yet it is a picnic spot near to the town.
Yet another place of interest in the town is Depot Hill, popularly known as 'Lal Tibba'. It is the highest point in Mussoorie and the beautiful Himalayan panorama is visible on all clear days from this spot.
The Badrinath, Kedarnath, Bandar-poonch, Sri Kantha and Nanda Devi peaks can be seen from here. Camel's back hill can be reached by electric trolly. The top commands a very beautiful view both of the hills as well as the valley. On clear days, one can see even the Ganga and the Yamuna from here.
Mussoorie is well connected by roads with Dehra Dun, Delhi, Roorkee and Saharanpur.
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