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Dhanaulti
is fast emerging as the real gem of a travel destination. Just 24
kms. Away from Mussoorie, on Mussoorie - Chamba road, at 2,250 mtrs.
Above the sea level.
It comes as a pleasant surprise for the weekend travelers, who find
it more peaceful and more relaxing. It's a different experience
altogether.
Dhanaulti is away from the crowd, busy market places and pollution.
Set amidst thick virtgin forests of Deodars, Oaks and Rhododenrons
it's a ideal location that ensures absolute peace of mind. The green
meadows, towering trees, breathtaking view of the snow-capped Himalayan
peaks, make Dhanaulti an enviable hideaway.
How To Reach There
The nearest airport is Jolly Grant at Dehradun (82 kms). Taxis are
available from the airport.
The nearest railhead is Dehradun (68 kms). Dehradun is well connected
by roads. Take the Tehri bypass from Mussoorie and drive down the
Mussoorie 0 Chamba Road.
Places of Interest
Dhanaulti is not a colonial town. It's a sleepy hamlet, surrounded
by towering mountains,t all trees and green valleys. Spend the whole
day doing nothing, just walk through the wilderness and tranquility
- to soak the rejuvenating elixir of nature. Of course, if you're
bitten by the adventure bug, you can trek, rock climb or enjoy camping
to dicover yourself anew.
Excursions from Dhanaulti
Mussoorie
24 kms. From Dhanaulti, popularly known as 'The Queen of the Hills.
Places of interest : The Mall, Kemty Falls, Mussoorie lake, Gun
Hill, Jharipani Fall, etc.
Surkhanda Devi
The famous temple is at the of a hill, at a distance of 9 kms. From
Dhanaulti. At an altitude of 3,050 mtrs. Above the sea l evel, it's
a center of great religious importance. Every year a fair is held
on Ganga Dussehra (June), when thousands of pilgrims congregate
to pay their obeisance. A picturesque trekking path takes you to
the temple complex.
Chamba
31 kms. From Dhamaulti. The town of Chama, at a height of 1,676
mtrs. Provides a panoramic view of the Himalayan peaks and the bhagirathi
river. It's also in the midst of an apple growing region. The serpentine
road passes through breathtakingmountain ranges and fruit laden
orchards. Both government and private accommodations, available
in the town.
New Tehri
The new township is built around a mountain miracle, the massive
dam, that has been built on the Bhagirathi river. New Tehri town
is a spectacular achievement as Asia's most comprehensive resettlement
exercise. It's fast developing into a tourist destination.
Trekking Trails
Trek from Mussoorie to - Dhanaulti, a distance of 26 kms., through
green valleys and misty mountain trails. Contact ' Himalayn Adventure
Institute', near Kempty Falls, Mussoorie, for guides and equipment.
Dhanaulti
is fast emerging as the real gem of a travel destination. Just 24
kms. Away from Mussoorie, on Mussoorie - Chamba road, at 2,250 mtrs.
Above the sea level.
Mussoorie
