Mussoorie Hill Resorts

Have an Incredible India holiday in delightful Mussoorie, the 'Queen of Hill Stations' in Uttaranchal in North India.

Established in 1820 by an officer from the British Army, who was amazed by the beauty of this hill station in Garhwal, Mussoorie is one of the most popular hill stations in India. The name Mussoorie comes from the Mussoor plants grown on the hill slopes of this hill resort. Mussoorie is a day's drive from Delhi the capital of India. Its proximity to Delhi as well as its scenic beauty have made it one of India's best-known hill resorts, as well as ensured its place as the 'Queen of Hill Stations.'

Mussoorie is situated at an altitude of 2,500 meters on the Himalayan foothills. Mussoorie is famous for being the site of institutions like the Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of administration, where young Indian bureaucrats are taught how to carry out their responsibilities.

Mussoorie is known for its beautiful colonial mansions, green hills and hospitable people. You're sure to have a relaxing vacation in Mussoorie on your Incredible India Holiday. Summer is the best time of year to visit Mussoorie for the weather is very pleasant.

Many important holy sites of Hinduism such as Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, Yamunotri, Haridwar, Rishikesh are located furthr ahead from Mussoorie and so pilgrims often holiday in the hill resort of Mussoorie before proceeding to these religious places.

Holiday attractions in Mussoorie:

Gun Hill: This beautiful viewpoint offers an incredible view of the landscape around the hill resort of Mussoorie

Some of the scenic sights in and around the hill resort of Mussoorie are Gun Hill Rope Way, Kempty Falls, Lal Tibba View Point, and the Tibetan Refugee Center. You can also enjoy a pony ride on Camel's Back Road on your Incredible India Holiday in Mussoorie.

Mussoorie is a delightful place to enjoy strolling along the mall, or on quiet winding lanes on green hillsides. Sipping a cup of hot tea or soup and watching the mist drift across the mountains is one of the quiet attractions of the hill resort of Mussoorie, which you can enjoy on your Incredible India Holiday.