Mussoorie, known as the "Queen of Hills", is a popular hill station in India established by the British in 1823. Key attractions include: - Happy Valley, home to 5000 Tibetan refugees including the beautiful Shedup Choephelling Temple. - Kempty Falls, one of the largest waterfalls in the state, formed from a mountain stream cascading over 450 feet. - Trekking to Surkanda Devi Temple, located at 10,000 feet, offering panoramic views of the Himalayas, Rishikesh, and Dehradun valley.

1. Mussoorie – The Queen of Hills
TRIP TO MUSSOORIE

2. MUSSOORIE
Perched on a ridge 2km high, the 'Queen of the Hills’ derives its name from the plants of Mussoorie or shrub
mansoor which are available in large quantifies in this region. When the mist clears, views of the green Doon
Valley and the distant white-capped Himalayan peaks are superb.
Established by the British in 1823, Mussoorie became hugely popular with the British. The imprint of that era still
lingers on in the architecture of the churches, libraries, hotels and summer palaces.

3. -Visit Happy Valley
-Visit Kempty Falls
-Visit the Corn Village
-Bonfire Dinner at the Hotel

4. VISIT HAPPY VALLEY
In 1959, when the 14th Dalai Lama took refuge in Mussoorie, many Tibetans followed him. The Dalai Lama
made Happy Valley his first home in India and for one full year he stayed there. During this period a Tibetan
school and a small but beautiful Buddhist Temple was established. Today Happy Valley is known as mini-Tibet
and is home to about 5000 Tibetan refugees and is nestled amid a green forest
The Buddhist Temple and Tibetan Homes Foundation continue the legacy of the beautiful Tibetan culture in
Mussoorie. In the year 1960, the Indian government opened up Central School for Tibetans for Tibetan children
in Happy Valley which still remains as a reputed school.
The town is situated in lush green surroundings. Shedup Choephelling Temple is situated on the highest point of
the valley atop a cliff. It was the 1st Tibetan shrine to be built in India and was consecrated by Dalai Lama. This
temple houses prayer wheels and innumerous idols of Lord Buddha. The meditation hall of the temple is carved
with beautiful paintings on the walls, panels and on the ceiling. The temple provides a great panoramic view of
the Benog Hill circuit.

6. VISIT KEMPTY FALLS
The name Kempty is derived from `camp-tea', as The British used to organise tea parties here. Kempty Falls is
among the largest cascades in the state. It is formed from a mountain stream, which has cut its way through
great rocks, to finally gush down the mountain face. The water cascades down from an altitude of 4,500 feet
and splits further into five cascades, offering a wonderful view.
Kempty Falls was initiated as a picnic spot in 1835 by the British officer John Mekinan. It has a perennial
waterfall making it an interesting picnic spot for all. Take a bath under the fresh waters of the waterfall. Click the
amazing sight of waters disgorging from a great height and the surrounding forest-covered hills.
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7. NIGHT WALK ON MALL ROAD
Located in the heart of the city from The Library to
the Picture Palace, the Mall Road is famous for
picturesque viewpoints providing amazing views of
the Doon Valley. Colonial style houses keep
reminding of British architecture.
The Mall Road is also main shopping area of this
delightful hill station. Explore the shops ranging from
big to small, selling everything from colorful fabrics
to electronic goods. Shop for souvenirs and gifts,
Wrap yourself in jamawar shawls, famous all over
the country for their fine quality. Gaze at the
beautiful bronze statues, rows of finely crafted
wooden boxes and Tibetan prayer wheels.

8. -Drive to Kaddukhal
- Trek to Surkanda Devi Temple
-Interact with the villagers
- Evening Walk on Mall Road

9. TREK TO SUKHNANDA DEVI TEMPLE
How would you feel, when you are standing at the top of a hill at 10,000 ft and there is nothing but
the scenic beauty as far as the eyes can see. The Surkanda Devi temple is located on the top of
the hill near and provides very beautiful 360 degree view of Garhwal region. In the north, snow
capped mountains of Himalayas can be seen (on a clear day). On the other side, you will see
Rishikesh and Dehradun valley. A variety of beautiful flowers and herbs are grown in abundance
here. You can also see very beautiful birds of the western Himalayas in this region.
According to Hindu mythology, while Lord Shiva was carrying the dead body of Goddess Sati in his
arms and wandering through the Himalayas, the body parts of Goddess Sati fell down at different
places. The Surkanda Devi temple is located where the head of the Goddess fell.

11. - Trek to Lal Tibba
- Interaction with Ruskin Bond
- Visit Chaar Dukaan
- Visit FRI, Tapkeshwar Temple, Robbers Cave

13. INTERACT WITH RUSKIN BOND
Ruskin Bond has been living in Landour for more
than 30 years now. After studying in England, and
working for a few years as a journalist in New
Delhi and Dehradun, Bond moved to Mussoorie in
1963, giving in to the call of the mountains, and
deciding that if he wanted to become a full-time
writer, this was the time to do it. He chose
Mussoorie for its surroundings.
Here's your chance to interact with the acclaimed
author. Each student will receive an autographed
book by the author.
It would be a good idea if the children bough a
copy of their favourite book to be autographed
by Ruskin Bond

14. VISIT FRI, ROBBERS CAVE, TAPKESHWAR TEMPLE
Visit The Forest Research Institute in Dehradun is premier research institute and also the oldest research
institute of the country. The place is dedicated for studying the plants, animals, climate and topography of
the Himalayan forests. Constructed on the lines of Greco-roman architectural, this 5-km area campus is
home to different varieties of trees, plants and animals – specially a wide range of migratory birds. This
architectural gem dates back to the colonial era and has been established in 1906 by the British
government. It hosts 6 museums pertaining to the area of forest including the Indira Gandhi National
Forest Academy and Indian Council of Forest Research. This 450 hectares spread beautiful campus has
been often chosen by Bollywood movies like – Paan Singh Tomar, Student of the year, Krishna cottage to
name a few.
Robber’s Cave is essentially a river running through a cave-like natural formation. This river cave is very
close to Sahasradhara which are the thousandfold springs in Uttarakhand. You will trek a distance of about
1 kilometre through the Anarwala village to reach this place. Locals call it Guchhu Pani and also believe
that it is home to Lord Shiva. The 600 metres long cave that has been divided into two main parts. If you
happen to walk a little further through the stream, you can also spot a splendid waterfall.
The Tapkeshwar Temple is a humble cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated along the banks of a
river. A Shiva Linga is enshrined in the main complex which is believed to grant the wishes of all those who
seek the Lord's blessings. Water trickles from the ceiling continuously on the Shivalinga, hence the name
Tapkeshwar. This cave was once resided by the famous guru Dronacharya and hence is also famous as
Drona cave.

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