Mussoorie- The Hill Station

View of mussorie

Mussoorie, the queen of hill station, is situated 34 km from Dehradun. The hill station is positioned at the height of 7000 ft. above the sea level. The splendid hill station stands astride Garhwal Himalayas, and further adds a tint of beauty to the protruding Himalayan range. Mussoorie has a pleasant climate all round year. Besides housing modern bungalows, malls and well laid gardens; Mussoorie is also known for some of the best academic institutions of India. The town's proximity to major Hindu pilgrimage sites like Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, Yamunotri, Haridwar and Rishikesh enhances its importance as a major tourist destination

History

history of mussoorie

Mussoorie was found by Captain Young, an adventurous military officer of the British army in the year 1827. Captain Young of the British army was influenced by the beauty of this place and made it his residence. The name, Mussoorie is derived from plants of 'Mussoorie' which were found in abundance here.

The Mussoorie straddles a ridge in between the Garhwal Himalayas. The river Ganga is clearly visible from one end of the ridge of Mussoorie and Yamuna from the other end in the eastern side.

About Mussoorie

Mussoorie seems like an immaculate work of art, carefully painted by some deft fingers. The whole town is encircled by black iron balustrades/ railings that make it look like a protective domain. The streets are carefully studded with black ornamental light posts and viewpoints that give the place a Victorian touch. As you sit on one of the carefully laid benches and relish the views, you can see the valleys below flicker with distant lights during the night. They look like numerous glowworms enjoying a mini-carnival. You can simply sit and watch this resplendence, as you start to believe that time really flies.

Places to visit

Gun Hill

GUN HILL

It is the second highest peak of Mussoorie, Gun Hill is 20-minute walk from the Mall Road. It can also be reached through the ropeway. The name is given to the tourist spot because during the pre Independence times, a gun was mounted on the hill which was fired during mid-day to make the people adjust their watches. The peak presents a spectacular view of the Himalayan ranges vis-à-vis, Bunderpunch, Shrikanta, Pithwara and Gangotri group respectively. Gun Hill also presents bird eye view of the fabulous Mussoorie town, and Dehradun.

Kempty Falls

Kempty Falls

Located at 15 Km from Mussoorie amidst the picturesque surroundings of high mountain ranges, Kempty Falls has the distinction of being the biggest and prettiest waterfall in a valley. As water cascades down from an altitude of 4,500 feet and splits further into five small cascades, the breathtaking view make a spellbound effect on its visitors. People enjoy a refreshing bath at the base

Municipal Garden

Municipal Garden

Municipal Garden – The garden gives the tourists natural and idyllic experience altogether. The garden has an artificial mini lake and one can even go for boating. The garden is quite close from Mussoorie, at a distance of 4 kms. from the main road, and almost 2 kms. via foot from the Convent road.

Camel's Back Road

Camel's Back Road

Its 3kms long road stretches from Kulri Bazar near Rink Hall and ends at Library Bazaar. The road gives a great sunset view, and also provides great scope for horse riding lovers. The name of the road descends from the fact that it seems to be similar in shape as Camel’s Back, if seen from Mussoorie Public School.

Institutions

Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration

Rich in history and beauty, Mussoorie has given birth to many institutions that are known virtually all over the country. Since 1959, the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration has been training and molding batch after batch of raw probationers into the country's finest bureaucrats, foreign service officers, and police officers.

St. George's College, Mussoorie (founded in 1853) is amongst the oldest and most reputed schools in the country. It has been run by the Patrician Brothers since 1893. Spread over 400 acres (1.6 km2), the school is also popularly referred to as 'Manor House'. Over the years, its alumni have made distinguished contributions in several fields, especially in serving the armed forces of the nation. The school's imposing facade stands out as one of the main architectural attractions of Mussoorie.

Camel's Back Road

Camel's Back Road

Its 3kms long road stretches from Kulri Bazar near Rink Hall and ends at Library Bazaar. The road gives a great sunset view, and also provides great scope for horse riding lovers. The name of the road descends from the fact that it seems to be similar in shape as Camel’s Back, if seen from Mussoorie Public School.