10. Malsi Deer Park
Malsi Deer Park is a Zoological park. The place is perfect for a Picnic & a quick ride along the forest.
9. Asan Barrage
Asan Barrage is a Barrage situated on the easter yamuna canal & the Asan river. The Barrage has water through out the year & is declared as Ramsar site ( Wetland). The place is famous for bird watching as different variety of birds migrate to this area
8. Mindrolling Monastery
The Mindrolling Monastery is a famous Buddhist temple situated in Dehradun. The temple is a training school for monks . Mindrolling Monastery is the largest Buddhist stupa in India.
7. Forest Research Institute
The Forest Research Institute is the only institute of its kind in India. The architecture of the Institute is famous all over the world & can even make you think – that is this really exist in India ? . FIR is situated in dehradun , the institute was designed & established by Britishers. The Forest Research Institute is a must visit place in Dehradun.
6. Tapovan
Tapovan is a perfect place for people who are bored with their daily life, who wants to enjoy peace & wants to spend some time alone. Situated in Dehradun, Tapovan is a dense forest, the place is also famous as it is the spot of penance of Guru Dronacharya ( as recorded in Mahabharat).
5. Tiger Waterfall
Tiger Falls is a natural Waterfall hidden in the dense forest of Oak Trees. It is a perfect spot for greenies . Tiger falls is the highest direct Waterfall in india.
4. Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple
Tapkeshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva , it is situated inside a dense forest. Tapkeshwar is a religiously important place, due to its naturally formed Shivling.
3. Robbers Cave
Robbers Cave is a naturally formed cave , over the years the river has eroded the rocks and made a passage. The cave is 600 m long & is one of the most famous place in Dehradun. The origin of the caves name goes back to the British India, where the robbers used to hide in the cave from the British soldiers.
2. Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara ( Thousand fold spring) is situated on the banks of River Kaligad. The area is famous for its Beauty & hot water springs which are known to heal the body. There are various restaurants & even water sports which makes the place a perfect picnic spot.
1. Rajaji National Park
Rajajji National Park is situated on the foothills of Himalaya. The national park covers an area of 820 sqkm. The national park was named after the last governor general of Independent India C Rajagopalachari. Rajaji National Park is also a protected tiger sanctuary. One can find over 500 species of birds & several animals like Sambar, Tigers, Elephants, Leopard, Sloth Bear , Monitor Lizard and many more. Rajaji National Park is a perfect place for not only nature lovers but also trekking enthusiast’s.