Of the many places that there are to visit in Uttarakhand, its capital city Dehradun should definitely be considered if you are looking for a quick vacation. Dehradun offers much in terms of beautiful landscape, cafes to eat at, and places to explore. A six hour drive away from Delhi, Dehradun is also perfect for a weekend getaway for those living in the National Capital. If you have more days to spare, there are a lot of places you can go to from Dehradun. But in case you decide to vacation only in Dehradun, here's what all you can add to your itinerary.
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Explore the Forest Research Institute
One of the most beautiful and serene places to be at, the Forest Research Institute is one of the finest education centres in the country for wildlife and environment studies. Go for a late afternoon or evening stroll across their campus to see the marvellous building and the greenery around.
Dine at Riverstone Cottages
Head to this beautiful and quaint setting for brunch or dinner. Situated right next to a flowing stream and overlooking the mountains, the experience of eating right in the middle of nature is a meal you won’t forget.
Explore Rajpur Road
In the evening, the many restaurants and cafes on Rajpur road come to life. One of the most happening places in the city, you must check it out for hangouts like Infamous Cafe and AMA Cafe. Not just pretty views, the food offered at the many cafes here is really delicious.
See the Robber’s Cave
If you are looking for a little bit of thrill, explore Robber’s Cave. An eight kilometre drive away from Dehradun, the cave has a river flowing through it and a waterfall a little further away. All of this makes Robbers cave a beautiful picnic spot.
Not just a stopover, guys.
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