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Mussoorie

    

Mussoorie is a wonderful hill station. It is situated at the foothills of the Himalayas and is known as the Queen of the Hills. 

Mussoorie Hill Station

The lush green hills, the varied flora and fauna and the majestic view of the Shivalik ranges and thedoon valley attracts hundreds of tourists both domestic and international to Mussoorie each year. Mussoorie is famous not only for its scenic beauty but it has also developed into an important center of education and business. Mussoorie is also famous for the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration where officers are trained for the Indian Administrative Service and the Indian Police Service.

Mussoorie has several interesting tourist places like The Mall which extends from Cloud’s End in the west to Rockville in the east. The Mall gives you a feeling of the old world charm which is heightened by the presence of the Municipal garden, the Tibetan School and Home, and the National Academy of Administration. 

You can take time to enjoy the ropeway on the second highest peak of Mussoorie, the Gun Hill. It also gives a bird’s eye view of the town and the Doon school. You can get a panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges from the Gun Hill. The wonderful 4km stretch from Kurli Bazaar to Library Point called the Came’s Back Rock is a superb experience whether you travel on horse back or simply walk. About 6 kms from Mussoorie on the Mussoorie- Jharipani Road is the beautiful Jharipani Falls. Childer’s Lodge is the highest peak of Mussoorie while the highest point is Lal Tibba from where you can get an exhilarating view of the snow-clad Himalayas. Surrounded by thick deodar forests, Cloud End is an ideal resort built in 1838 by a British major. Honeymooners and foreigners visit this place often. While in Mussoorie, you ust visit Kempty Falls which is 15kms from Mussoorie on way to Yamunotri, at an altitude of 4500ft.

   

Cloud End Forest Resort Overview - Mussoorie The bungalow which houses the accommodation was built in 1803 by a British officer. The resort is situated away from the hustle bustle of Mussoorie, offering peace and tranquility of the Himalayas. The resort harvests rainwater and uses solar and wind power to meets its needs, besides having a regular power connection.The resort has seven rooms. All rooms have en suite washrooms. The rooms include a Deluxe double room, a four bedded Family room, an Economy room, a Deluxe family suite that comprises two double bedrooms and an independent cottage that comprises two log cabins. The resort also has a dormitory with a capacity of 24 beds. During peak season the resort offers accommodation in tents as well.The Leopard's Den' the resort's restaurant serves multi cuisine fare and the food here should be sampled as it offers some delicious, mouth watering dishes. Room service is available from 7 am to 11 pm.The resort offers outside activities such as horse safari, trekking, bird watching, nature walks and other adventure activities. They also offers pick and drop services. Bonfires are organised in the evenings for which guests can carry their own drinks and eats.Other facilities available at the resort include a car rental service, travel desk, doctor on call, laundry service and parking. 

Location
Cloud End is accessible by road from the library at the end of the Mall. It is 7 kilometers away from here, 4 km of which is metalled road up to Hathipaon via Waverley Convent School. The last 3 kilometers are an uphill forest road. All cars can drive up with ease.

Camel Back Road

Camel Back Road is like its name camel back road is a natural layout of rocks which looks like camel,s hump back.The Camel’s Back road originates from Library point and leads straight to the Kulri Bazaar, and is visible from the Mussoorie Public School.A perfect spot for morning and evening walks, this patch promises an enriching experience for those who witness the magic of sun rays on the snow capped mountains. Ideal for a good exercise, this stretch also enables a refreshing walk. For those already tired after long walks and treks, auto rickshaws and horseback rides are available easily.