The tinsel town of Dhanaulti is emerging as a popular winter destination because of its tranquil vistas and its proximity to Delhi and various other cities of Uttarakhand. This magical hill station is perched at an elevation of 2286 meters above sea level and offers panoramic views of the lofty Himalayas.
Dhanaulti is located in the proximity of the popular hill stations of Uttarakhand such as Mussoorie, Tehri, Kanatal, and Chamba. This hilly town is enveloped by the velvety rhododendrons, deodar, and tall oak forests. Since the hill station heavy snowfall during winters, many tourists flock here in huge numbers.
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Send Enquiry for Tour PackagesDhanaulti is emerging as a popular weekend getaway from Delhi as it is easily accessible affording exquisiteness and tranquillity. Unlike its popular cousin, Mussoorie, Dhanaulti is still untouched by the maddening rush of the hill stations and maintains a quiet charm all around it.
Dhanaulti is a place for those who are seeking a holiday of privacy in the hills away from the hustle-bustle of city life. Dhanaulti is a paradise for the tourists and its pristine beauty will rejuvenate your mind, body and soul.
As Mussoorie has become crowded, many tourists love to retreat to Dhanaulti. Dhanaulti is unlike other hill stations as it is set in a quiet and quaint place away from the boisterous places.
The pleasant weather, wooded slopes, invigorating views of the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas adds peace and tranquillity for the tourists visiting Dhanolti.
Being a secluded hill station far away from the maddening crowd of Mussoorie, Dhanaulti has quite a few accommodations available according to their budget. There are few luxury hotels and resorts with all amenities as well as budget guesthouses with limited facilities at Dhanaulti. Due to its proximity to Mussoorie, Dhanaulti attracts tourists during the snowfall as well.
Being a small hill station, Dhanaulti has limited eating options. There are quite a few local restaurants and roadside dhabas where North Indian cuisine is served. Some hotels and resorts have in-house restaurants and bars that serve all kinds of delectable cuisines one wishes to enjoy. Authentic Garhwali cuisines are also served in some places.
Idyllically situated on the Mussoorie-Chamba road, the hill station of Dhanaulti is a perfect place for planning a weekend getaway. Unlike other hill stations, Dhanaulti is not over-crowded and rests peacefully in the nucleus of the Himalayas.
The pleasant environs and the tempting weather of Dhanaulti allure many tourists to visit this place and unveil the beauty of the Garhwal hills. The popular tourist attractions of Dhanaulti are the Aaloo Khet and the Dhanulti Eco Park. Dhanaulti is the base point for several treks which takes you on an adventurous trekking to the benevolent Himalayas.
Some of the most popular treks lead to the dense snow-shrouded Himalayas of the Tehri Garhwal region and also cover places like the Surkanda Devi temple, Chandrabadni, and Kunjapuri, the sacred three Shaktipeeths of the holy Devi Darshan triangle.
If you are looking for adventure then it is out there as there are several adventure zones in Dhanaulti that offer heart-throbbing adventure activities such as mountain climbing, rappelling, zip line, skywalk, and valley crossing. If you are an adventure buff then, you should hit this jackpot and leave for Dhanaulti. The best time to visit this place is between the months of March and June.
Note: Dhanaulti is also written as Dhanolty, Dhanaulty, Dhanaolti, Dhanolti and Dhanaolty.
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The minimun and maximum temperature in October in Dhanaulti is 8°C and 19°C respectively. The weather is generally pleasant and clear in October and you would feel pleasant throughout the day. Light Woolen clothes are recommended for Dhanaulti in October.
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