India Travel Guide > Uttarakhand Travel Guide > Mussoorie Travel Guide

Mussoorie, with its green hills & varied flora & fauna, is a fascinating hill resort. Commanding a wonderful view of extensive Himalyan snow ranges to the northeast, & glittering views of the Doon Valley, Roorkee, Saharanpur & Haridwar to the South, the town presents a fairyland atmosphere to the tourists. Its history dates back to 1827 when Captain Young, an adventurous military officer, explored the present site & laid the foundation of this holiday resort which now has few rivals. Mussoorie is famous for its scenic beauty and hectic social life. It provides all kinds of amusement & every facility for domestic & foreign tourists. - Mussooorie is conveniently connected by road to Delhi & by rail to other major Cities & is the "Gateway" to Yamunotri & Gangotri shrines of Northern India which are very important pilgrimage places for the Hindus of India