Dehradun

This town is located in the Doon Valley is the capital of Uttarakhand state in northern India, formerly known as Uttaranchal. Dehradun is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Uttaranchal famous and attracts many tourists every year.

Location

Dehradun is flanked by the Himalayas in the north, the Shivalik range in the south, the river Yamuna in the west and the Ganges in the east. The city is located in the northwestern part of the state and neighboring districts of Uttarkashi, Pauri Garhwal, equipment, Nahan (Himachal Pradesh) and Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh).

History

Dehra is a variant of the word dera, which means a camp or a temporary residence. A group of Sikhs led by Ram Rai must be ordered from the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb for retirement in the woods had turned temporary tents in this area. Dun is the name of the valley and the word means a low land at the foot of a mountain.

The area is part of the Himalayan region of Garhwal formerly known as Kedar Khand. This area has been there many issues, including lines Katyuris, Gurkhas, Sikhs, Moguls and the United Kingdom. The British took control of the area following Sugauli Treaty signed after the Gurkha War in 1816.

Tourist Attractions in Dehradun

Dehradun is a popular tourist area and a trip to Dehradun include visits to many attractions and many tourist attractions near Dehradun. The tourist attractions in Dehradun has many universities and research institutes in addition to numerous sites of religious significance and natural beauty. The main tourist attractions are in Dehradun --

Tapovan: - It is considered the site of the Ashram Guru Dronacharya, a character from the great Indian epic the Mahabharata.

Robber's Cave: - There is a point of view famous and picturesque place located outside the city.

Tapkeshwar Temple - an ancient temple dedicated to Shiva, is believed to be related to the Mahabharata.

Dakpatthar: - It is a popular destination that offers spectacular views of the Doon Valley.

Central Braille Press: - It is the largest producer of Braille books in India.

Maldevta, Sahasradhara, Lacchiwala, Santhla Devi Laxman temple Sidhe Malsi zoo and some other tourist spots in and around Dehradun. Mussorie mountain resort is 36 kilometers from the city. The famous Sikh pilgrimage center point Sahib on the banks of the river Yamuna. Materials and Rishikesh are the two other major tourist destinations in Uttarakhand Enar Dehradun.