DEHRADUN ATTRACTIONS

The Clock Tower or "Ghanta Ghar" is an iconic landmark of Dehradun. Located in the centre of the city at Rajpur Road, the Clock Tower has an hexagonal shape, making it one of its kind in Asia!

A Natural Resource training institute of the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education.

Established in 1932, the Indian Military Academy trains officers for the Indian Army. Spread over 1,400 acres, the campus can accommodate upto 1,650 cadets for training programs that range from 3 months to 16 months.

Lachhiwala Nature Park is a popular picnic spot located 22 kms from Dehradun and a half hour drive from Haridwar.  

A year-round destination, the nature park attracts a large crowd of tourists every year.    Established in 1982, Lachhiwala, also known as the Lachhiwala Butterfly Park, offers a serene escape from the city life.  This hidden gem is known for its pristine natural beauty, ambience and recreational activities.  It is surrounded by lush green forests and small pools of water from the Suswa River which flows through the park.  The river originates from the source near Assan. It is believed that the Suswa River flows directly into the Ganga, making the water here unique. The brook is a natural water park offering water activities like swimming, boating wtc.   In terms of recreational activities, the park has a swimming pool, a Shivalik Herbal Garden, a Butterfly Park.  There are also arrangements for boating, trekking, and birdwatching.  Other facilities available at the park include food stalls and forest rest houses. 

Lachhiwala Nature Park is also in close proximity to the Rajaji National Park.  The Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun is 14 kms from Lachhiwala Nature Park. 

For nature lovers who want to witness the harmonic union of flora and fauna, visit Rajaji National Park. This park is home to almost 400 species of birds and various animals like Tiger, Leopard, Himalayan Bear, Cheetah and many more. Take a trip on the safari for a unique and wonderful experience.

Located in Anarwala Village just 8 kms from the Dehradun city centre, Robber's Cave is one of the most popular picnic destinations in Dehradun.

Earlier known as the Malsi Deer Park, the Dehradun Zoo is situated on the Dehradun-Mussoorie Road just 15 kms from the Clock Tower. The Zoo falls under the Malsi Reserve Forest range. The park was established in 1976 with mainly spotted deer. It was later upgraded to a mini Zoo.

The Himalayan Cultural Centre offers tourists an opportunity to enjoy cultural events and programs that highlight Uttarakhand.  Various seasonal folk dance performances and cultural festivities are conducted here throughout the year.  

Launched in 2020, this state-of-the-art centre showcases and promotes the Pahadi culture of the state.  Apart from an auditorium and an amphitheatre, the centre also includes 4 museums that display paintings and artefacts from across the state.  

Khalanga War Memorial is a heritage monument dedicated to the memory of Gorkha soldiers who fought the British in 1814 in the Battle of Nalapani, the first battle of the Anglo-Nepalese War. It is located on Sahastradhara Road, just 5 kms from the Dehradun city centre.

The Mindrolling Monastery is one of the largest Buddhist centres. It provides Buddhist education to over 300 monks.

The Regional Science Centre in Dehradun is a Science Museum and Park jointly developed by the Uttarakhand Government and the Union Government.

Located opposite Sahastradhara near Dehradun, the ropeway is located on top of the hill, offering you a 360 degree view of the Doon Valley. Sahastradhara means "Thousand Fold Spring". You will find a waterfall which contains sulphur, a therapeutic mineral.