Dehradun has earned the epithet of being revered as the 'Educational Hub of Uttarakhand' as it is home to several prestigious educational institutions including the Doon School, Welham School for girls, Welham Schools for boys, and the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology. The city also boasts some of the renowned national organizations such as the Indian Military Academy, The ONGC, Survey of India, the Forest Research Institute, and many more.
Check out the list of most famous Boarding Schools in Dehradun and Girls Boarding School in Dehradun
Dehradun News Updates
Global Investor Summit 2023
08-09 Dec 2023
Dehradun will host the Global Investor Summit 2023 between 08-09 Dec 2023.The 2-day Investors Summit in Uttarakhand aims to bring together business delegations, corporate leaders, academics, innovators, and government officials from around the world to explore business opportunities and partnerships in the state. It anticipates the participation of over 5,000 delegates, both national and international. The summit will highlight Uttarakhand Government's investor-friendly policies, good governance initiatives, regulatory environment, and sustainable practices. It will facilitate Business-to-Business (B2B) and Government-to-Business (G2B) meetings to support investor decision-making. Additionally, the summit will offer opportunities for exhibitors and organizations to collaborate and showcase technologies and innovations. Sectoral sessions will foster discussions on industry challenges and opportunities.
Reach Virasat, Dehradun 2023
27 Oct-10 Nov 2023
Virasat, Dehradun stands as a vibrant Indian cultural festival, an exuberant celebration of the rich tapestry of India's cultural heritage. Orchestrated by REACH, this magnificent event encompasses a diverse array of performances and educational workshops spanning Indian folk and classical arts, literature and handicrafts.
Distinguished classical music and dance virtuosos, as well as master craftsmen, are cordially invited to grace the festival with their artistic prowess. Virasat Dehradun 2023 will be held from 27 Oct to 10 Nov 2023 at ONGC Stadium, Dehradun.
8th Dehradun International Film Festival (DIFF) 2023
22-24 Sep 2023
The 8th Dehradun International Film Festival (DIFF) 2023 was held in Dehradun from 22-24 September 2023. The various events took place at SilverCity, WIC and Tula's Institute. The DIFF festival also included the Uttarakhand Talent Hunt and the Aangan Bazaar Exhibition. Deepti Naval, Himani Shivpuri, Varun Badola and Vinay Pathak were among the celebrities who attended the festival.
Dehradun Tourism : Why Visit Dehradun?
There are several tourist spots, sacred temples, rivers, canals, and waterways adorned in the periphery of the city. Some of the popular tourist destinations of Dehradun are the Tapkeshwar Mahadev temple, Robbers Cave, Lachhiwala, Sahastradhara, Buddha temple, Dak Pathar, Malsi Deer Park, etc. that are frequented by many tourists. The perk of visiting Dehradun is that you can also plan a short trip to the 'Queen of Hills' Mussoorie' and the holy city of Rishikesh which are located nearby.
In Dehradun, you can find people of different ethnic groups living in harmony with each other. Also, in the past few years, Doon has become the favorite place to settle after retirement as many elderly couples have found their safe haven here.
Having closer proximity with Mussoorie, Dehradun is also an alternate option for stay during Christmas and New Year 2023-24.
Dehradun Travel News
06 Mar 2024
Flights from Dehradun to Ayodhya, Varanasi, and Amritsar starts from 6 March 2024
3 Night flights has started from Dehradun Airport to Ayodhya, Amritsar and Varanasi on 6 March. Details and timings of flights is given below.
Dehradun to Ayodhya Flight
On the inaugural day on Wednesday, a flight will take off from Dehradun at 9.40 am and reach Ayodhya at 11.30 am. The flight from Ayodhya will take off at 12.15 pm and reach the Uttarakhand capital at 1.55 pm.
Dehradun to Amritsar Flight
The Dehradun-Amritsar flight will take off from Amritsar at 12.00 pm and reach Dehradun at 1.10 pm. The flight to Amritsar will take off from Dehradun at 1.35 pm and reach the Punjab city at 2.45 pm.
Dehradun to Varanasi Flight
The flight from Dehradun to Varanasi will take off from the Uttarakhand capital at 9.50 am and reach Pantnagar at 10.35 am. The flight from Pantnagar will take off at 11.15 am and land in Varanasi at 1.00 pm. The return flight from Varanasi will take off at 1.40 pm and reach Pantnagar at 3.25 pm. It will begin its journey to Dehradun from Pantnagar at 3.50 pm and arrive at 4.35 pm.
20 Feb 2024
Yellow Alert for 21 Feb!
There is a chance of light snowfall in elevated areas of the state, surpassing an altitude of 2500 meters. According to the weather forecast released by the Centre, a yellow alert has been issued for adverse weather conditions in Dehradun, including Tehri, Pauri, Champawat, Nainital, Udham Singh Nagar, and Haridwar districts tomorrow, i.e., on 21 February 2024.
30 Jan 2024
Flights Between Dehradun and Pithoragarh Started on 30 Jan 2024
Daily commercial flights from Pithoragarh finally took off from 30 Jan 2024 with 18 seater plane operated by Flybig, flying from Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun to land at Naini Saini Aiport in Pithoragarh.
Direct flight cost between Dehradun and Pithoragarh : Approx. INR 4198/- to 6300/- (one sided) For Adults. Flight is operational only on Monday, Tuesday and Friday.
| Flight | Cost Per Person | Departure Time | Arrival Time |
|---|
| Dehradun to Pithoragarh | INR 4198/- | 10:30 am | 11:45 am |
| Pithoragarh to Dehradun | INR 4198/- | 12:15 pm | 1:30 pm |
Staying in Dehradun
The capital of the state of Uttarakhand, Dehradun has plenty of accommodation available for tourists and travelers according to their budget. Being at proximity to Mussoorie, Rishikesh and Haridwar, many places to stay have mushroomed in Dehradun. One can easily find luxurious hotels with all facilities and amenities as well as budget guesthouses with limited amenities at Dehradun.
Dehradun Food Guide
Dehradun is one of the few cities in Uttarakhand that has properly imbibed the food culture of various regions of India. There are many restaurants offering various delectable cuisines. Popular fast food chains are also available at Dehradun. One can find many restaurants and eating joints along the Rajpur Road. Along with North Indian, South Indian, Chinese, Italian,Thai, Tibetan and Continental cuisine, the indigenous local Pahadi cuisine is worth giving a try.
History of Dehradun
The historical facts suggest that Dehradun owes its name to Shri Ram Rai, the eldest son of the seventh Sikh Guru, Har Rai Ji who set up his ‘dera’ or camp in ‘dun’ i.e. valley in the year 1676. Deradun later came to be known as Dehradun. It is said that Mughal Emperor, Aurangzeb was in awe with the supernatural powers of the magnetic, Ram Rai. Therefore, he asked the contemporary Raja of Garhwal, Fateh shah to extend a helping hand to Shri Ram Rai. Hence, a Gurudwara or temple was built in Dhamawala. Also, the construction of the present building of Darbar Shri Guru Ram Rai Ji Maharaj was completed in 1707.
Dehradun was conquered by Mahmud of Ghazni during his campaign into India, followed by Taimooralang in 1368, Ruahela Njibuddulo in 1757 and Ghulam Qadir in 1785. The British gain control over Dehradun in 1816 and post-Independence, Dehradun along with the other parts of Garhwal and Kumaon region were merged with United Provinces which later came to be known as Uttar Pradesh.
In 2000, Uttarakhand state, formerly named as Uttaranchal was created from the northwestern districts of Uttar Pradesh, under the Reorganization Act 2000 and Dehradun was made its provisional capital.
Mythology about Dehradun
As per the Hindu mythology, the name Dehradun has been derived from its nickname “Doon Valley” which is related to the two popular Hindu legends called Ramayana and Mahabharata. In Skanda Purana, Dehradun is mentioned as a part of the region called 'Kedar Khand', the abode of Shiva. Dehradun is one of the oldest cities in India and is believed that Lord Rama and his brother did penance here for killing Ravana.
Around 2,000 years old temples and idols have been found in the surrounding areas of Dehradun, which dates back to the period of Ramayana and Mahabharata. It is also believed that Dehradun was the abode of Guru Dronacharya, who was the royal guru of the Kauravas and the Pandavas.
Dehradun Weather
Check out the Dehradun weather report for April
Dehradun Weather in April
The minimun and maximum temperature in April in Dehradun is 16°C and 32°C respectively. The weather is generally cloudy and rains in April and you would feel pleasant throughout the day. Summer Clothes clothes are recommended for Dehradun in April.
What is Dehradun famous for?
Dehradun is famous among tourist as Historical, Picnic Spots, Educational Institutes, Food, Capital City, Shopping, Zoo, Business Hub.
Dehradun is recommended destination for Corporates, Couples, Family and Kids, Foreigners, Groups, Solo.
Dehradun is popular destination for following activities/ interests - Biking, Business Hub, Char Dham Route, Christmas and New Year, Leisure, Others, Shopping, Weekend Getaway.
