ADVENTURE
Mussoorie is the only hill station in India which is directly aligned
with the great Indo-gigantic plains and where a drastic change in the
weather, especially snowfall can be seen soon after coming from the
plains. Mussoorie happens to be the gateway of the commencement of the
chaar-dhaam yatra of Garhwal as it leads the way to Yamunotri, the first
of the chaar-dhaam yatra destinations followed by Gangotri, Kedarnath
and Badrinath. Mussoorie also happens to be the access to less explored
trekking and camping destinations like the Harkidun meadow and
Jaundhar glacier, Rupin pass and the Bhararsar pass Kedarkanta meadow
and Ruinsara Lake, Swargarohini peak and Bandarpoonch massif and Naag
Tibba. The rivers, like Yamuna and Tons, in the periphery of Mussoorie
are the best bet for river rafting on virgin stretches. The Shiva
temple at Lakhamandal and the Ashokan Rock edict at Kalsi (both ASI
protected sites) are must visit sites for history and archaeology
enthusiasts. The neighbouring Jaunpur-Jaunsaar region of Mussoorie is
distinctively unique in its mesmerising culture, folklore, attire and
cuisine. The region is inhabited by the followers of the Pandavas who
still practice rituals and customs of the Pandavas.
