Overview
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When to go Lansdowne
March to June, September to November -
STD Code of Lansdowne
01386 -
Lansdowne Tourist Offices
102, Indraprakash Building, 21, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi
An unexpected turn on the Kotdwar- Pauri road brings you to Lansdowne, a pretty hill station in the Pauri Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. 'Lord Lansdowne' founded Lansdowne, in 1887 AD, thus the place has been named after him. This beautiful retreat was popular with the British who established the Garhwal Rifles Regimental Centre here during the Raj. The town is well developed thanks to the cantonment, it is charming unspoiled and tranquil.
Its green hill and varied fauna and flora makes it a colorful and picturesque hill station, commanding a wonderful view of the extensive Himalayan snow ranges as also a glittering view of the river Ganga. Un-spoilt nature, bracing air and a magnificent view of the snow covered peaks inspire peace and tranquility. If you dream of the romance of the mountain, then Lansdowne is perfect place for you.
Just let your body and soul rejuvenate at their own pace amidst the pine, oak and rhododendrons forests. Nature's aromatherapy has a way of making you breathe deeper and send in that fresh dose of oxygen which is said to activate the right side of your brain. No softy stalls, no video game parlors, no fancy tandoori joints, no instant dosa`s or noodles, and no, not even a movie hall at Lansdowne. The cantonment board keeps the Lansdowne town as fresh as a daisy. The proud "Garhwal Rifles" has a major presence inLansdowne town and this is where some of the bravest sons of India are trained on the huge parade ground right in the middle of the Lansdowne town. They also pride in the second best kept Regimental Mess in Asia, complete with old armory, weapons, hundreds of animal trophies and the regimental ghost.
Come have a peaceful time away from the hustle bustle of your daily hectic city life during Delhi Lansdowne Weekend Tour. Watch out for the famous Garhwal Rifles of the Indian Army that has its command office here in Lansdowne. Immerse yourself in the nature's bounty surrounding the beautiful hill station Lansdowne. Don't miss going on Trekking, one of the best ways to explore Lansdowne. You can also try your hand at River Crossing and Camping while touring Lansdowne. Rest assure of having a memorable time during Delhi Lansdowne Lansdowneend Tour
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What to do in Lansdowne
Lansdowne offers so many outdoor activities which includes trekking, bird watching or you can visit the Kalagarh Wildlife Sanctuary or simply go for long walks. Bharat Ghumo Highly recommed Lansodowne for those who just want to relax ane want to experience nature silence.
you can also go for sightseeing to the War Memorial and to Garhwali mess it has been very well maintained and must to visit. and you can also go for a long walk upto Tip-in-Top on the ridge close to St. Mary's Church to get a panaromic view of the snow clad Himalayas or for a glimpse of St Mary's Church. -
Places to visit around Lansdowne
Go to Jwalpa Devi which is just 47 kms from Lansdowne on the Pauri-Kotdwar road
Durga Devi temple located just 24 kms away from Lansdowne this temple is highly revered by the locals. This cave form temple is on the bank of the Khoh river.
Tarkeshwar Mahadev 30 kms from Lansdowne famous for its special Shivlinga which is one of the oldest Sidhpeeths in India.
Karnva Ashram 14 kms away, frorm is another one of the well known land mark of Lansdowne, where Shakuntala is said to have given birth to Raja Bharat, The poet Kalidasa in his epic, Shakuntalam, has immortalized the story of Shakuntala and Dushyant.
Hotels in Lansdowne, Uttarakhand
Blue Pine Resort
Tarkeshwarm Hill View Resort
Badalpur Haveli Lansdowne
Sunset Villa, Lansdowne, UK.
Hotel Snow Cliff Lansdowne
Lans Castle, Lansdowne
Windsor Cottage Lansdowne
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