Dehradun

Located on the foothills of the Himalayas, Dehradun offers an unparalleled experience of the grandeur of the Himalayas. Nestled between the Ganges and the Yamuna, Dehradun is also a gateway to other Himalayan hill stations such as Mussoorie, Nainital and Auli. Craving for some divine intervention? Dehradun is also close to the holy cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh and the pilgrimage town of Char Dham.

Eating Out!

The cuisine in Dehradun is famous for its natural ingredients derived from the woods nearby. Dehradun cuisine is famous for its milk products. Other mouthwatering examples include Gahat ki Dal, Aloo ke Gutke, Kandalee ka Saag, Kaafli, Kulath Phanu and Rus

SpiceJet Recommendations!

Punjab Restaurant, 1, Patel Market, Rajpur Road, Rajpur Road, Dehradun.

Tera Gaon, Near IT Park, Sahastradhara Road, Dehradun.

Flavours Restaurant, Patel Nagar, opp telephone exchange (near lal pul), Saharanpur road, Dehradun.

Orchard, 3-B, Dak Patti, near MMDA Park, Rajput, Dehradun.

My Wife's Place, Rajpur road, Dehradun.

Shopping

If you've got a soft spot for handicrafts, Dehradun has plenty to offer. Exquisite wood crafts, artifacts and utilities devised by local artisans will surely hit the spot. The local garment industry caters to the hilly temperature of Dehradun with famous examples being the beautiful sweaters and fashionable cardigans. Local paintings and ornaments will whet your appetite for souvenirs.

Lakshman Siddha Fair Held at the Lakshman Siddha, one of the four Siddhpeeths around Dehradun, it is a local fair held every Sunday except the last Sunday of April. Large crowds gather and offer obeisance to the Samadhi at the Lakshman Siddha.
Bissu Fair The Bissu Fair is held at the Jhanda ground and reflects the tradition of the Jaunsari tribe. The fair signifies the harvesting season in the area and reflects the happiness of the local people. The Bissu Fair is attended by people from nearby districts of Trhri, Uttarkashi and Saharanpur.
Mahasu Devta's Fair The Mahasu Devta is taken out every August and the fair symbolizes the procession. The Government of India organizes the Havan Samagri or Offering Material.