About Dehradun
Shimla to Dehradun distnce : 227 km
Estimated travel time : 6.5 hours
Shimla to Dehradun is one of the popular tourist destination. Dehradun is one of the very famous hill station of Uttrakhand, 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 Shimla to Dehradun is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Shimla to Dehradun by car is well connected through SH2 and NH7 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Shimla to Dehradun distance is 227 Km and is 6.5 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
Chail - beautifull hill station, wildlife sanctuary, cricket ground
Kandaghat - Karol Tibba, Kalka - Shimla Road
Kasauli - Timber Trail, Monkey's Point
Solan - Mushroom Capital of India, Temples, Yundung Monastery
Baru Sahib - famous Gurudwra and educational institute
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
Kangojodi - mountains lined with pine trees, surrounded by majestic hills
Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary, Kalesar National Park
Paonta Sahib - famous Gurudwara
Dakpatthar - Ashoka Rock Edict, Deer park, Dakpatthar barrage