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MUSEE Art Café
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The first art café in Doon, Musee Art Café is a place for people who like places that go the extra mile. This hip, new café is ideal for travellers who like art, good food, and a young vibe. Away from the chaos of the city centre, the space hosts art shows and exhibitions, film screenings and workshops, and talks by passionate artists from across the spectrum.
Salt & Cravings
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A restaurant with a laidback lounge on the busy Rajpur Road that is the city’s lifeline, Salt and Cravings is a great place to dine at and has been around for a while. Pick from their continental fare or their specialty of the day and pair it with a chilled beer or a drink of your choice.
Little Llama Cafe
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While this cozy café serves multi cuisine food, it is their Asian food and Tibetan specialities that stand out. Go for their traditional meals, from momos to butter tea, topped with the warm service of friendly staff and a grand view of the setting sun.
Landour Bakehouse
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This petite bakery with brick and wood interiors is a rising favourite with Landour residents and travellers alike. Pick up freshly baked croissants for your breakfast or scones to have on the go, or enjoy a sit-down meal of crepes with various fillings, and round it off with one of their many scrumptious desserts.
Pilibhit House, Haridwar – IHCL SeleQtions
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A heritage building restored to its former glory, this century-old mansion is now open for guests to enjoy a piece of history right on the banks of the Ganges. Formerly known as Lahore House for it was built by a businessman from there, it was later purchased by the erstwhile royal family of Pilibhit.
Kalsang Cafe & Restaurant
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When it comes to eating out in Doon, you are spoilt for choice. An evergreen favourite though, has been Kalsang café that serves authentic Tibetan food. A nod to the sizeable Tibetan community that resides in the city, the atmospheric restaurant’s food is true to its roots, from the recipes to ingredients and flavours.
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MUSEE Art Café
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Urbanaut
The first art café in Doon, Musee Art Café is a place for people who like places that go the extra mile. This hip, new café is ideal for travellers who like art, good food, and a young vibe. Away from the chaos of the city centre, the space hosts art shows and exhibitions, film screenings and workshops, and talks by passionate artists from across the spectrum.
Har Ki Pauri
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This place is of paramount importance, and the biggest reason why most people travel to Haridwar. Considered to be the holiest of places to take a dip in the Ganges, this is the best place to observe religious reverence, and also, a beautiful evening aarti if you’ve missed it in Rishikesh.
Shri Mata Mansa Devi Mandir
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Believed to be home to a wish-fulfilling goddess, this temple is frequented by throngs of people seeking the realization of some desire. The 500-metre climb makes for an easy challenge, and offers views of the plains with the meandering Ganges snaking through it.
ECO PARK
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Over 30 km from Mussoorie, Dhanaulti is a nondescript hamlet that is a great escape into quietude if you want to embrace village life, apple orchards, and some “me time”. The eco park here makes for a perfect day trip, where you can take a packed lunch for a lovely afternoon picnic in the woods and gaze at the Garhwal Himalayas in the distance. Tiny stalls serving the usual suspects aka Maggie, bun omelet and tea, and some local foods have also mushroomed around it.
Camels Back Road
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The first place one usually enters Mussoorie from is its mall road which runs through its centre, but you can choose to break away from its clutter and hit the peaceful Camel’s Back road that branches midway from it, for a taste of the Mussoorie of yore. The 3km stretch starts close to the library, and takes you on a lovely deodar-flanked road dotted with old hill homes and an old rock shaped like a camel.
Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun
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Founded in 1864 as the British Imperial Forest School, this institution is amongst the oldest of its kind. Today, the stately 450-hectare academy is used for the training of the Indian Forest Service officers and also for conducting workshops and sessions for the forest department from all over the country. The campus set against a stunning mountain landscape is worth a visit not only for its historical role, but also its unique Greco-Roman and colonial architecture which makes it a national heritage site.
Rajaji National Park
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Overshadowed by its more famous cousin, the Corbett National Park in the Kumaon region, the Rajaji National Park is an 820 square kilometres biodiversity area in Garhwal. Spread across the foothills of the Dehradun and Haridwar districts, the park is home to over 50 major mammal species including tigers and elephants, and over 300 species of birds.
Triveni Ghat Aarti
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Whether you’re a religious person or not, Triveni ghat in Rishikesh showcases the most beautiful Hindu ceremony of Ganga aarti every evening. Complete with butter lamps being waved in the air and floating down the Ganges, synchronized with devotional song and dance, the ceremony is a spectacle attended by hundreds of devout Hindus, backpackers and students, travellers and adventurers.
Laxman Jhula
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A landmark of this holy town, this bridge connects both pedestrians and motorbike passengers across the eastern and western banks. According to Indian mythology, Lord Laxman is believed to have crossed the river at this spot on a bridge made of jute ropes.
Cambridge Book Depot
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Mussoorie is home to a growing writing community, starting from the legendary Ruskin Bond who shot to fame with his books based in this region, to other writers like Anita Desai who was born here, and Stephen Alter, Ganesh Saili, and Bill Aitken among others. Find their books and more in this tiny treasure trove.
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Pilibhit House, Haridwar – IHCL SeleQtions
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Urbanaut
A heritage building restored to its former glory, this century-old mansion is now open for guests to enjoy a piece of history right on the banks of the Ganges. Formerly known as Lahore House for it was built by a businessman from there, it was later purchased by the erstwhile royal family of Pilibhit.
Mahendrapur Heritage Haveli
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A century-old, painstakingly restored mansion just on the outskirts of Dehradun. Perfect for a peaceful getaway.
Mango Tree Courtyard
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In the busy heart of Dehradun populated with business hotels, Ruchi Sharan and Kaylen Whitmore have created an unlikely oasis, the Mango Tree Courtyard. A boutique ten-room property with Mediterranean vibes set off by its whitewashed walls and blue doors, this is the brainchild of erstwhile designer Sharan and her American friend and Indophile, Kaylen. Their sensibilities reflect in the finer details of the place which has a mango tree shooting out of its central courtyard, little touches of upcyled furniture in neat corners, and lavish breakfast spreads.
Amrit Bhawan
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A 50-year old restored Art Deco bungalow with a private garden and ghat right on the banks of the Ganga, this idyllic 8-room boutique property is our choice of stay when visiting Haridwar. Put it this way, if we couldn’t get a room at Amrit Bhawan, we would change our travel dates ;) Simply and beautifully designed with delicious food that often highlights regional produce and impeccable, personalised service - we love this little haven and highly recommend you park yourself here while you explore Haridwar and nearby Rishikesh.
Ananda In The Himalayas
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An award winning mountain retreat in the lap of the Himalayas? Don’t mind if we do. Ananda needs no introduction, but we would be remiss if we covered this region without highlighting this stunning retreat. Choose from a variety of wellness experiences - yoga, private therapies, luxurious spa treatments, holistic food offerings and so much more. Or just soak in the peace, or in your private pool. If you have the budget, you can’t go wrong with a stay at Ananda.
Mandala Retreat Home
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An exceptional retreat in one of the most spiritually significant places in the country, Mandala has only three rooms and two earthen cottages. Nestled in the small Himalayan village of Rod Goan near Devprayag - the birthplace of the Ganga, where mystics and sages have worshipped the divine for centuries, this retreat seeks to impart the same powerful energy to its guests. A stay here is recommended for those seeking to completely cut off, reset, and restore.
Everest Base Camp, Mussoorie
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A unique glamping experience in the region, EBC promises and affordable, quick and fun getaway to Mussoorie. The tents truly are well-equipped and well-furnished so you’ll be warm and coddled.
Rokeby Manor, Mussoorie
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An established name in Landour, this boutique property has quaint rooms, cosy nooks, and an elfin garden straight out of an English setting. Little art pieces and clever knick knacks fill the corners, and the grand fireplace in the main lounge makes for the perfect hangout on a cold evening.
Doma's Inn
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This family-run guesthouse with its colourful Tibetan motifs and décor is an institution in itself, and one which is popular with budget travellers and students. Its proximity to iconic schools such as Woodstock, Char Dukan, and other places around Landour make it a sought-after place to stay.
Tree of Life Highlands, Mussoorie
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Sitting at the cusp of Mussoorie and Landour with easy access to both, The Tree of Life Highlands is a boutique property with spacious and tastefully done rooms. Perched on a private hilltop, it has a beautiful in-house restaurant and unmatched, 360 degree views of the valley and town.
Vana
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The ultimate indulgence in wellness, Vana is a hidden gem just on the edge of Dehradun. From the best wellness practices and mindfully designed spaces that are a blend of the natural world and unique architechture, to exquisite cuisine that belies its health quotient and nutritional value, Vana is every inch a wonder to be discovered.
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Cambridge Book Depot
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Urbanaut
Mussoorie is home to a growing writing community, starting from the legendary Ruskin Bond who shot to fame with his books based in this region, to other writers like Anita Desai who was born here, and Stephen Alter, Ganesh Saili, and Bill Aitken among others. Find their books and more in this tiny treasure trove.
Old Elloras
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One of the oldest names and a favourite with multiple generations of the boarding school kids of ‘Doon’, Old Ellora bakery is a mandatory stopover for anyone who wants a generous dose of nostalgia. Pick from a variety of baked goodies like plum cake, plain old rusk, or pastries and cookies to eat then and there, or take away.
Prakash's store
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A name synonymous with Landour, Prakash’s store has been around for generations. A one-stop shop for old time residents and equally for travellers passing through, you’ll find everything here from artisan cheese to organic soaps.
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Old Elloras
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Urbanaut
One of the oldest names and a favourite with multiple generations of the boarding school kids of ‘Doon’, Old Ellora bakery is a mandatory stopover for anyone who wants a generous dose of nostalgia. Pick from a variety of baked goodies like plum cake, plain old rusk, or pastries and cookies to eat then and there, or take away.
Prakash's store
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Urbanaut
A name synonymous with Landour, Prakash’s store has been around for generations. A one-stop shop for old time residents and equally for travellers passing through, you’ll find everything here from artisan cheese to organic soaps.