Riverstone Retreat Cottage is home to 9 bedrooms, all tastefully furnished to provide comforts such as television LCD/plasma screen, in room safe, internet access – LAN (charges apply), hair dryer, balcony/terrace. The hotel offers wonderful recreational facilities such as garden to make your stay truly unforgettable. Discover an engaging blend of professional service and a wide array of features at Riverstone Retreat Cottage.
They also arrange outdoor games and activities like picnic, trekking, river rafting, trip to Rajaji National Park.
Kitty & Conferencing : With meeting space available for 20 guests we are sure to provide the guest with options to suit requirements.

Nearest Landmark : Abhimanyu Cricket Academy

Distance From
Airport – 35 kms
Railway Station – 11 kms
Bus Stand – 16 kms

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Mythological Fact About Kanatal:
In Kanatal, Surkunda Devi is a very sacred temple it is dedicated to Sati Ji. Kanatal is the place where Shankar Ji brought her dead body on his Trishul from Haridwar. This temple is located 8 km on the road from Mussoorie to Kaddukhal. Then one has to trek 2 km on foot to the little temple. Ponies are also available there.

What to do in Kanatal :
Nature Lovers : One can take  a walk through the lush green meadows
Picnic Time
Leisure Time
Writing Poems
Photography
Meditation or Yoga
Traveling to nearby sights

 Activities Held by some resorts and camps In Kanatal:
Adventure Sports Activities: Rock climbing, Rappelling, Valley crossing, Burma Bridge, Commando net, Parallel Rope, Zig-Zag, and Balance Beam.
Ground Sports activities: – Volley Ball, Football, Bad-Minton, Cricket, etc.
Team Building Activities: Various Team Building Activities according to Group strength and interest.
· Indoor games: – Cards, Chess, Tambola Carom, etc.
· Trekking
· Bon Fire with light music
· Forest Walk
· Special Features: – DJ night, Bar-Be-Que

Weather In kanatal :
During summer : 10 to 15 degrees
During winters :  it moves down to minus temperatures
Kanatal never gets hot in any of the climatic conditions hence the weather of the city always remains pleasant.

Best Season: March-June, October-December

Places Near Kanatal:

• Surkhanda Devi Mandir
• Dhanaulti
• Tehri Dam
• Kodia Jungle
• Chamba
• Mussoorie
• Shivpuri

How To Get There :

By Air: The nearest airport is Jolly Grant in Dehradun. One can also take a taxi to Chamba via Rishikesh which costs about Rs 1,500-2,000 for a drop. One can also take the road via Mussoorie.

By Rail: The nearest railhead is at Dehradun.

By Road: Kanatal is 300 km away from Delhi, 70 km from Dehradun, 75 km from Rishikesh, and 100 km from Haridwar. From Delhi, follow the route to Mussoorie from Roorkee, then take the forested road to Chamba passing Dhanaulti, and finally reaching Kanatal.

Best Way To Get There: Travelling by road is the best way to reach there as one can enjoy the beauty of nature and can have a closer look at the breathtaking views.

Best Accommodation In Kanatal:

•  The Terraces : Spacious Rooms, luxurious services, and polite staff provides you with a pleasant stay.
•  Kanatal Spa and Resort : Well-designed spa and very warm hospitality.
• Gold Crown

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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

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This hill station, situated in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayan ranges, is also known as the Queen of the Hills. The adjoining town of Landour, which includes a military cantonment, is considered part of ‘greater Mussoorie’, as are the townships of Barlowganj and Jharipani.

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The water here has a fall of about 9 metres. Particles thus accumulating over the centuries have formed a  projecting ledge,  and a sort of cave, from the roof of which falls a shower.

A truly amazing fact: Sulphur Water Spring in Sahastradhara Dehradun:
There is also a sulphur spring in which visitors often take bath.  Its water is said to cure skin infections and possess other medicinal properties. Also one can drink sulphur water which can cure a large number of stomach diseases.

Mythological Fact about Sahastradhara:
An age-old temple and Drona cave-named after the Guru Dronacharya of the Mahabharata period- is present here in Sahastradhara which acts as an image of prayer and worship far across India.

Joyland in Sahastradhara Dehradun :
To add on the fun with kids & family & friends one can find the exotic swings and water slides in the Joyland in Sahastradhara. The children would really enjoy the slides down to the pool, the merry-go-round, the disco dance swing, the Columbus ride and many more!!

Hotels in Sahastradhara:
You don’t have to worry if you are planning to stay in Sahastradhara, there are some budgeted hotels but the best hotel you can find is the GMVN Tourist Bungalow Sahastradhara which is the government undertaking with the full facilities available at the cheapest rates.

How to reach Sahastradhara :
Sahastradhara has located about 11 km from the clock tower Dehradun and around 6 km from the Rajpur road via the Mussoorie by-pass road. A number of transport means are available to get to Sahastradhara such as local buses, taxis, autos or cabs.

When to visit Sahastradhara:
The best time to visit Sahastradhara is May to August when the river flow is good enough and the lakes are all full.

Location:
Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

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1) Gaganachukki: Located in Mandya district of Karnataka, Gaganachukki (the name means “Fallen from the Sky”), and its twin Barachukki , are just over an hour’s journey from Bangalore. These falls are formed by the Cauvery River.

2) Barachukki: The spectacular Barachukki Falls are on the eastern side of the Cauvery River and located just over an hour’s drive from Bangalore. A visit to these falls make a refreshing day-trip.

3)  Iruppu Falls: These picturesque waterfalls are situated at the edge of the Brahmagiri range  in Karnataka’s Kodagu district, about 50 km from the district headquarters at Madikeri. They are also known as the Lakshmana Theertha Falls, a tributary of the Cauvery River that rises in these hills.

4)  Chunchi Falls: Falls among the rocky range of Kanakapura in Bangalore, these falls formed by the Arkavati River are just 90 km by road from the city. A  off-road trek leads you to the falls, which are a an amazing sight to behold.

5) Hebbe Falls: An adventurous drive along a private coffee estate in Kemmanagundi – a famous hill station in Karnataka – leads you to Hebbe Falls. The water from the falls goes into the Bhadra River.

6) Jog Falls: One of the most fabulous waterfalls in India and  second-highest fall in India. Formed by the Sharavathi River in Shimoga district of Karnataka, it falls from a height of over 900 feet. It has four branches named Raja, Roarer, Rocket and Rani.

7) Sathodi Falls: Located about 50 km from the town of Yellapur in Kannada district of Karnataka. Falling nearly 50 feet, eventually goes into the river Kali. Together with lush forests infested with leeches, makes access to this waterfall difficult.

8) Magod Falls: Located in Sirsi, Uttara Kannada district, about 20 km from the town of Yellapur, which is the nearest railway station. Formed by the Bedti River, it falls in two steps and falls nearly 650 feet.

9) Unchalli Falls: These magnificent waterfalls in Uttara Kannada district are formed by the Aghanashini River. It is also known as Lushington Falls, it falls about 450 feet.  The nearest station is Sirsi town.

Photos by : Shivakumar L Narayan

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