subject: Mussoorie: An Enchanting Hill Station In India [print this page] This charming hill station is located 34 km from Dehradun at an altitude of 2,003 meters above sea level in the Garhwal hills. Mussoorie derived its name from the plant called 'Mussoorie' which is found here in abundance. The green hills and varied flora and fauna make it a fascinating hill station of Incredible India Tourism. This place also offers a wonderful view of the snow capped peaks of Himalayan mountains ranges which thrills and excites visitors during their Mussoorie tour. Some of the popular attractions of this place are:
Gun Hill
This second highest peak of Mussoorie is the most famous attraction of this place which is visited by each and every tourist who comes here. This place offers an enchanting view of some of the highest Himalayan ranges such as Bunderpunch, Srikantha, Pithwara and Gangotri group and a bird's eye view of Mussoorie town and Doon Valley. The 400 meters ropeway ride to this place provides a thrilling experience to visitors. During pre- independence time a canon used to be fired from the Gun Hill every afternoon to help people know the time and adjust their watches. And from here this place derives its name.
Kempty Fall
It is the biggest and prettiest waterfall located in a beautiful valley 15 km from Mussoorie on the Yamunotri Road at an altitude of 4500 feet above sea level. The fall provides a breathtaking view as the water cascades from a high altitude and then splits into five streams. The water falling down from Kempty Falls appears to tumble up and down before it hits the ground. The name Kempty is derived from 'Camp-tea' as the Britishers used to organize their tea parties here.
Mussoorie Lake
This is another famous attraction of this place which is visited by number of tourists round the year. It is a delightful picnic spot famous for man-made lake which was formed by stopping of a mountain stream. During boating in the lake tourists can also get enchanting views of Doon Valley and the nearby villages.
