Sahastradhara , Uttarakhand , India|Timing | Ticket Cost |Location | Near By Food | History |Architecturefull details

 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 . 

MAP TO Sahastradhara

Location:Sahastradhara Rd, Uttarakhand

Entry Fee: Free

Visiting Time: 3hr -4hr 

Timings: 8am to 7pm

Near by Food : Eatery Lounge & Restaurant and Barbeque Moments

Near by Market: Indira Market

Sahastradhara is located at the bank of river Kali Gad at a distance of 15 km from the capital city Dehradun . The area has got an amazing spread of waterfalls and caves which mesmerizes everyone from its splendid views .The place is famous for its medicinal water . Water which drips off the stalactites has got a good amount of Sulphur in it . And thus, known as Sulphur Springs. This sulphur water inhabites medicinal and therapeutic values .It is believed that a dip in the water of Sulphur spring can cure your skin diseases . This water spring has relatively lower temperature as compared to the surrounding . Sulphur Springs also has a man-made amusement park Joy Land . Here, you can enjoy different swings and waterslides making this place a famous picnic spot .

 

Must Visit Places Near  Sahastradhara 

Tiger Falls 

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 . It falls from an height of 312 feet . The fall offers splendid views and great place for picnic . Tiger Falls  is named so because of the voice it makes during its fall . 

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.