About Dehradun
Manali to Dehradun distnce : 450 km
Estimated travel time : 12 hours
Manali to Dehradun is one of the popular tourist destination. Dehradun is one of the very famous hill station of Uttarakhand, India that appears attractive to both solo travellers and families. It is also famous as 'The Glittering Jewel Of The Lower Himalayan Range.'
The capital city of Uttrakhand, also known as Uttranchal, is the world renowned pre-graduation educational hub or a place of a brief stop enroute to the โqueen of hillsโ Mussoorie. Situated in the foothills of the Shivalik ranges of The Himalays in the Garhwal region Dehradun flank on the bank of the two rivers hosts the variety of the picturesque sceneries, vibrant valley, beautiful streams. This Charming town of natural paradise is worth to visit for it's ancient temple that is the one of place of peace and spirituality, Also if you love adventures like paragliding, skiing, river rafting and angling it is perfect place where view is awesome that make the experience of the visitors unforgettable. Dehradun is one of the oldest cities in India. The holy text โSkand Puranaโ mentions the town as a part of 'Kedar Khand' which means the home of Lord Shiva. Myths also say that Lord Rama and his brother Lakshman did penance here for killing Demon King Ravana. There are numerous revered temples found here associated with the mythological legends.
Taxi from Manali to Dehradun is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Manali to Dehradun by car is well connected through NH7 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Manali to Dehradun distance is 450 Km and is 12 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
Manikaran - Sri Guru Nanak Devji Gurudwara, Hot springs
Kullu - Chandrakhani pass, Raghunath Temple
Nalagarh - Fort Nalagarh, Fort Ramgarh
Mandi - Prashar Lake, Pandoh dam
Sundernagar - Sundernagar Lake, Vista View Point
Barmana - Raghunath Temple, Bandla Hill Top
Naina Devi Temple
Anandpur Sahib
Renuka Lake, Renuka Wildlife sanctuary
Kiratpur Sahib
Bilaspur - famous of its forts and Gobind Sagar Lake is a hill town on the way to Mandi
Swarghat - Surrounded by pine trees it is a beautiful place and an ideal spot for a quiet over night stay
Rupnagar - An ancient city situated on the left bank of the river Sutlej is a must visit
Chandigarh - Rock Garden, Sukhna Lake
Panchkula
Trilokpur - Maa Bala Sundari Temple, Trilokpur Temple
Saketi Fossil Park
Nahan - Trekking, Jaitak Fort, Rani Tal, Fishing
Renuka Lake, Renuka Wildlife sanctuary
Dhaula Kuan, Himachal Pradesh - orchards housing plants of citrus fruits and mango trees
Simbalwada Wildlife Sanctuary
Kangojodi - mountains lined with pine trees, surrounded by majestic hills
Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary, Kalesar National Park
Paonta Sahib - famous Gurudawra
Dakpatthar - Ashoka Rock Edict, Deer park, Dakpatthar barrage