Dhanaulti Hill Station Uttarakhand
Dhanaulti is a hill station at a distance of 24kms on Mussoorie-Chamba track. It is located in the Tehri district of Uttarakhand state offering panoramic views. At an altitude of 2286 m , it is a woody paradise.
Weather In Dhanaulti:
The summer temperatures in the town, range from 32 °C to 37.5 °C, while winter temperatures remain between 7 °C and 1 °C.
Places of Interest In Dhanaulti:
- ECO-Park : It is the main attraction of Dhanaulti. There are two Eco-parks, “Amber” and “Dhara” about 200 m apart. It has been developed recently by the Forest Department of Uttarakhand with the help of local youth.
- Surkanda Devi Mandir : 8 kms from Dhanaulti, on the road towards Chamba lies the Surkanda Devi Temple, famous for its Ganga Dussehra fair in autumn.
- Aaloo Khet : (Potato Farm)– a Government Potato Farm, also a popular sunrise view point.
- Himalayan Weavers : Located on Mussoorie-Dhanaulti Road are the Himalayan Weavers who produce hand-woven shawls, stoles, scarves and throws using only natural dyes and wool, eri silk and pashmina.
- Barehipani and Joranda Falls : Barehipani falls from height of 399mts and Joranda falls from 150mts. Both these waterfalls are situated in the core of Simlipal National Park.
- Kanatal: Situated 15kms from Dhanaulti, Kanatal is emerging as a tourist destination. Kanatal is located on Mussoorie – Chamba Road in the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand state.
How to Get There:
By Air: Nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehradun (82 kms). From here take a taxi to Dhanaulti or go to Dehradun and take bus.
By Rail: Nearest railhead is Dehradun, 60 kms. From here one can drive up to Dhanaulti, or take a tourist taxi or bus.
By Road: Well connected to Dehradun (60 kms.). One can also easily take a bus or taxi to Dhanaulti from Delhi or neighbouring cities.
Hotels and Resorts in Dhanaulti:
- Dhanaulti woods- Mountain Camps.
- Hotel Drive Inn.
- Hotel Nest – Dalhousie.
- Hotel Aroma n Claires – Dalhousie