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Dehradun Uttarakhand

Dehradun City Guide

Dehradun is the capital city of Uttarakhand, nestled between the Ganga and Yamuna rivers. Known for its pleasant climate, prestigious institutions, scenic valleys, and as a gateway to Mussoorie, Rishikesh, and the Garhwal Himalayas.

📍 Quick Facts

StateUttarakhand
Famous ForEducation, Nature & Gateway City
Ideal Duration2–3 Days
LanguagesHindi, English

🌦 Live Weather & Network

WeatherLoading…
Temperature
📱 NetworkJio, Airtel, VI
🌐 InternetStrong 4G & 5G

🗓 Best Time to Visit

Mar – JunPleasant summer weather
Jul – SepMonsoon greenery
Oct – FebCool winters
FestivalsJhanda Mela

🎯 Things to See & Do

🏛 Places
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Robber’s CaveNatural river cave
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Tapkeshwar TempleCave Shiva temple
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SahastradharaSulphur water springs
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Forest Research InstituteColonial architecture
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North Indian CuisineCity restaurants
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Tibetan FoodMomos & thukpa
CafésModern café culture
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Street FoodPaltan Bazaar snacks
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Paltan BazaarMain shopping hub
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Pacific MallModern mall
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Local MarketsHandicrafts & clothes
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Winter WearSeasonal shopping
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Mussoorie DriveHill road journey
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Nature WalksForest trails
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PhotographyValleys & architecture
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WellnessYoga & retreats

🗺 Suggested Dehradun Itinerary

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Day 1FRI · Tapkeshwar Temple
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Day 2Robber’s Cave · Sahastradhara
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Day 3Shopping · Leisure

🚆 How to Reach Dehradun

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Jolly Grant Airport (DED)Domestic connectivity
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Dehradun Railway StationMajor rail hub
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ISBT DehradunInterstate buses
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TaxiDelhi ↔ Dehradun ₹4,500+

🏨 Where to Stay in Dehradun

Luxury
Mid-Range
Budget
🏨
Hyatt RegencyPremium city hotel
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Four Points by SheratonBusiness luxury
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Lemon Tree HotelComfort stay
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Hotel MadhubanPopular mid-range
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Guest HousesAffordable stays
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HostelsBackpacker options

🍴 Popular Restaurants

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Ellora’s Melting MomentsIconic bakery
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Kalsang AMA CaféTibetan cuisine
Café de PiccoloCoffee & desserts
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Local DhabasNorth Indian food

📍 Nearby Destinations

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Mussoorie · 34 kmHill station
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Rishikesh · 45 kmYoga capital
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Dhanaulti · 60 kmEco hill town

👕 What to Wear

Summer – Light cotton clothes
Winter – Warm jackets
Monsoon – Rainwear
Walking – Comfortable shoes

🎉 Festivals

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Jhanda MelaHistoric annual fair
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DiwaliCity-wide celebrations
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HoliFestive colors