Our guides to places near FRI
Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple
Dehradun's cave temple where water drips on Shiva
Dehradun
Capital city in the green Doon Valley
Robber's Cave (Guchhupani)
Wade through Dehradun's hidden river gorge
Sahastradhara
Dehradun's 'thousand-fold spring'
Mussoorie
Queen of the Hills above the Doon Valley
Landour
Mussoorie's quiet old cantonment
Places around FRI
| Place | Distance | What it is | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tapkeshwar Temple | ≈ 4-5 km | Cave temple of Shiva on the Tons river | All year |
| Dehradun Clock Tower | ≈ 7 km | City centre and Paltan Bazaar | All year |
| Robber's Cave (Guchhupani) | ≈ 9-10 km | River cave where a stream disappears underground | Mar - Jun, Sep - Nov |
| Sahastradhara | ≈ 18-20 km | Sulphur springs, caves and ropeway | Mar - Jun, Sep - Nov |
| Mussoorie | ≈ 35-40 km | Hill station on the ridge above Dehradun | All year |
| Chakrata | ≈ 85-90 km | Quiet cantonment town up Chakrata Road | Mar - Jun, Oct - Feb |
Distances are by road and approximate; they depend on the route and traffic through Dehradun.
Places Near FRI: FAQs
Can I see FRI and Tapkeshwar Temple on the same day?
Yes, easily. They are only 4-5 km apart. Do Tapkeshwar early in the morning and FRI after it opens.
Can I go to Chakrata from FRI?
Yes, FRI is on Chakrata Road. Chakrata is about 85-90 km further, a 3-hour drive into the hills.
