Dehradun Diaries

Renowned across the world for its salubrious climate, scenic garden and wonderful avian life, Dehradun is one of India's ancient cities emerged during the British Era. Wedged between Himalayan Foothills, and Shivalik Range, the place is a not only home to many eminent institutes like Indian Military Academy, Forest Research Indian Museum, and the famous Doon School, but it is also abundant in natural beauty and man-made marvels. Although the congested city is sprawling in the vast and scenic doon valley, Dehradun is also a gateway unveiling the untouched destinations of Uttarakhand. It is over here one can seize the opportunity to soak into nature's ethereal beauty while admiring the palatial edifices of ancient and medieval India. Below are some of the mystical, tranquil, and spectacular location that have drawn travel enthusiasts from all corners of the world to get consumed by the doon valley's ethereal charm.

1. Robber's Cave

Popularly known as Guchhupani, Robber's Cave is Asia's hidden Waterfall located approximately eight kilometers from Dehradun. Set in the backdrop of tranquil, serene and scenic surrounding, the place is one of the fantastic picnic spots in India where people can find peace and solitude in the lap of mother nature. It is over here one can marvel at nature's most peculiar phenomena where a stream of water goes underground and reappears after a few kilometers.

2. Sahastradhara

Perched at the outskirts of Dehradun, Saharatradhara is yet another natural wonder that has allured to many attracted a large number of tourist influx to see the beautiful congregation of ancient caves and cascading waterfalls. Sahastradhara means 'Thousand fold spring' is a famous tourist spot in Dehradun. Besides popular for its sulphuric spring the place also has therapeutic properties drawing tourists to get immersed in its magnificent environ.

3. Tapkeshwar Temple

Situated on the banks of Asan River, Tapkeshwar Temple is a sacred Hindu Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is popular for sheltering one of India's oldest Shivalinga in the cave. Situated approximately six kilometers from Dehradun, the temple is named as Tapkeshwar due to the continuous sprinkling of waterdrops on the Shivalinga. The consecrated space of the temple is vibrating with energies- it is not only useful for aligning your mind, body, and soul but it is also known to reverberate your inner self

4. Rajaji National Park

After Jim Corbett National Park, Rajaji National Park is the second most significant wildlife sanctuary of Uttarakhand. Known to be an important Tiger Reserve and Elephant Corridor the place is harboring the colorful winged species. While traversing through the region one can easily cross path Asian Leopard, Goral, Himalayan Black Bear, Sloth Bear, Jackal, Sambhar, Tytler's Leaf- warbler, Great Pied Hornbill, Himalayan Woodpecker, Great Slaty Woodpecker, Red Crested Pochard, etc.

5. Assan Barrage

Situated on the shores of Assan River, it is a Barrage that acts as a border between Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh in the region of DoonValley. The picturesque topography of the place offers a feast to the rich avian life settled in the area. During winter Assan Barrage transform into a wintering ground for migratory birds who come from Siberia and Far East of Europe. Bar-headed Goose, Mallard, Coot, Egret, Wagtails, Pallas Fish Eagle,  Painted Stork, Open Billed Stork, Night Heron, Shoveller, Pochard, etc

6. Buddha Temple

Located at the heartland of Dehradun, Budha Temple is a Tibetian Monastery also popular by the name of Mindrolling Monastery. Inspired by Japanese architecture, the Budha Temple Complex is embellished with eye-catching wall paintings that illustrate Budha's life. 103 feet tall Budha Statue is another main attraction attracting Buddhist pilgrims from around the globe. Besides that, the fourth floor of the temple offers a 360-degree view of the Doon Valley.

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