Tiger Falls is one of the highest waterfall in India . This Tourist place is located 98km from the city Dehradun and 20 km from chakrata . The fall offers splendid views and great place for picnic .
MAP TO Tiger Falls
Location:KanaserRange,Chakrata, Uttarakhand
Entry Fee: Free
Visiting Time: 2hr -3hr
Timings: every day till 7pm
Near by Food : Tiger Fall -Chakrata and Hotel Sun Mount
Near by Market: Puran Market
Tiger fall is also known as keraao Pachad and kailu Pachad in the local language at Chakrata . Falling from an height of 312 feet , Tiger fall becomes the highest waterfall in India . Falling from such a height , water of the fall enchants loudly between the hills . Voice of the fall resembles with the roar of a Tiger . And hence , the fall is referred as Tiger Falls .Water from this fall drops into a small pool . Visitors enjoy bathing here and spend their time in the soothing environment . This place is at a distance from the city hustle and bustle and thus offers peace and tranquility to it's visitors .
Nestled in the dense forest of Oak and Pine Trees ,Tiger Falls is the best place for Nature lovers . It's scenic backdrops makes the majestic fall an ideal place for picnics and photography .
Along with the splendid views the falls also offers enthralling experience . Tiger Falls is one of the best place for trekking . Although the trek is a easy one but is still preferred by trekkers . This trekking route starts from chakrata and ends to the Tiger Falls . Travellers also enjoy canoeing , rafting and rappelling here .
The Major Attraction at Dehradun are
Sahastradhara
Sahastradhara , one of the most popular tourist destination in Uttarakhand . The lateral meaning of the word Sahastradhara is thousand fold spring . Waterfall at this place offers water full of medicinal values . This Tourist place is located at a destination of 14km from the main city Dehradun .
Robber's Cave
Robber's Cave often known as Gucchu Pani is a cave where lord Shiva is believed to abode . Also the cave is so named because robber's use to keep their stolen belonging here . This place is best for nature lovers and is one of the must visit place in Uttarakhand .
Mindrolling Monastery
Mindrolling Monastery is one of the of the six monasteries of the Nyingma school of Buddhism and was built in 1965 by Khochhen Rinpoche . The place consists of the world's tallest stupa of an height of 60m . The place is an excellent example of Buddhist art . This place is located in Dehradun .
Tapkeshawar Temple
Tapkeshwar Temple is dedicated to lord Shiva and is located at a distance of 6km from Dehradun . The temple is often referred as Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple . The temple is famous for naturally formed Shiva linga inside the cave . The place is most visited on the occasion of shivratri .
Forest Research Institute
The Forest Research Institute of India, also known as FRI Dehradun is a research institute and was established in 1906 .The place is located at the distance of 5km from Dehradun .The research institute is famous for holding a vast collection of forestry related items in its six museums . The place is a best place as a historical landmark and a picnic spot .
Tapovan
Tapovan is forest of austerities or spiritual practice and is located at an altitude of 4,463 m / 14,640 ft above sea level . This place is a popular tourist attractions .Tapovan offers an high altitude trekking trails and is famous for its challenges . Moreover, the place is also known for its spiritual account , splendid meadows and it's beautiful scenic views .
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