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Landmarks in Dehradun

Landmarks, temples, rivers and the hidden spots locals love.

  • Forest Research Institute · Chakrata Road · A grand colonial-era building set in a huge forest campus, with museums on forestry and wood. One of the city’s most photographed landmarks.
  • Ghanta Ghar (Clock Tower) · Clock Tower · The city's best-known landmark, where Rajpur Road, Paltan Bazaar and the old city meet. Everything in Dehradun is measured from here.
  • Khalanga War Memorial · Nalapani, Sahastradhara Road · A memorial to the 1814 battle of Nalapani between Gorkha and British forces, set in the hills above the Sahastradhara road.
  • Dehradun Zoo · Malsi, Mussoorie Road · A green zoo and nature park at Malsi on the Mussoorie road, with shaded walks and animal enclosures. Easy with children.
  • Subir Raha Oil Museum · Kaulagarh · A museum at ONGC on the story of oil and gas exploration in India. Unusual, and good for curious students.