Landour

Landour History

Landour procures its name from Llanddowror which is a small Cymru hamlet in Great Britain. At the time of British rule, when the British soldiers became wistful. Then the British Indian army constructed and built an infirmary in Landour in the year 1827 for the injured soldiers. From then on Landour has always been a yard for military people and therefore a Cantonment zone. In 1925 the first and primary building was constructed in Mussoorie by Captain Young. The Clock Tower located in Landour manifested the conception of Landour city and Indians were not permitted there. The structure of the road located in Landour forms the number ‘8’. Somebody placed it quite appropriate that ( Chaubis Makaan and Chaar Dukaan) means that it consists of only 24 homes and 4 shops are only that of Landour. Due to the Cantonment act of 1924, all the trees and places covering the area remain with the military people.

Landour Geography

Landour is a small cottage city located near the Mussoorie district of Uttarakhand. Landour is nearby 984 feet overhead Mussoorie. The longitude and Latitude of Landour are 30.4555° N and 78.1023° E respectively. Some facts about Landour are City (Landour), State (Uttaranchal), District (Dehradun), Population (3,250). The most approachable time to visit Landour is in April, May, and June. Some of the popular things to purchase from Landour are Tibetan stone jewelry, Testimonials, Postcards, Natural jams, Wooden articles, and classical objects. Some of the sightseeing and popular tourist places in Landour are Lal Tibba, Char Dukan, Rokeby Manor, Nag Tibba, St. Paul’s Church, Kellogg's Memorial Church, Jabarkhet, and Kanatal. The nearby places from Landour are Dehradun, Mussoorie, Nag Tibba, Lansdowne, Dhanaulti, and Chakrata. The nearest airport from Landour is Jolly Grant Airport at a distance of approx 61.7 km. The nearest railway station from Landour is Dehradun Railway Station at a distance of approx 36.6 km. The pin code of Landour is 248179. Landour is an ideal destination for tourists who are planning to visit Dehradun and Mussoorie.

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Lal Tibba

Lal Tibba is located at an elevation of 7700 feet, Lal Tibba is considered at the highest level in Landour. It is also considered as the most perfect viewpoint to seize the majestic landscapes of the pinnacle of the Garhwal region. You can also perceive the glimpse and views of the sunrise and sunsets from the mountains of Lal Tibba. Lal Tibba is also a homeland to the towering transmitters associated with all Indian Radio. The most approachable time to visit Lal Tibba is in March, April, May, June, and July. The distance from Pantnagar Airport to Lal Tibba is approx 284.7 km. The distance from Jolly Grant Airport to Lal Tibba is 61.5 km. The distance from Dehradun Railway Station to Lal Tibba is 36.4 km. The distance from Mussoorie to Lal Tibba is approx 7.5 km.

St. Paul’s Church

St. Paul’s Church was constructed in the year 1839. It is an Anglican church located in Landour. It is one of the medieval foundations of Landour, which is also an excellent specimen of British architecture. The St. Paul's Church is also the significance of the great historical revolution which happened in the year 1857, as you can also spot some records and residues from the rebels of 1857. The most ideal time to visit St. Paul's Church is in January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November, and December. The distance from Jolly Grant Airport to St. Paul's Church is approx 60.6 km. The distance from Dehradun Railway Station to approx 36.6 km. The distance from Mussoorie to St. Paul's Church is approx 6.6 km.

Kellogg’s Memorial Church

Kellogg’s Memorial Church was constructed in 1903. The church is also the homeland of Landour Language School. The church was dedicated to Dr. Samuel H Kellogg and he was an American Presbyterian Missionary and he was also an extraordinary scholar. Kellogg's Memorial Church is considered the topmost tourist attraction located in Landour. If you want to travel to Kellogg’s Memorial Church then the most suitable months are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November, and December. The distance from Jolly Grant Airport to Kellogg’s Memorial Church is approx 60.9 km. The distance from Dehradun Railway Station to Kellogg’s Memorial Church is approx 35.8 km. The distance from Mussoorie to Kellogg’s Memorial Church is approx 6.9 km.

Landour Bazaar

Landour Bazaar is located in Landour, Mussoorie. It is most ideally visited for couples, solo, family, and group. Mostly bought products from the Landour Bazaar are the best quality of shawls, idols of Hindu Gods, idols of Buddha, and many bygone products. You can also find many more things like clothes, wooden products, products made from brass and electronic items. Timings of opening and closing of the Landour Bazaar are 10:00 am to 08:00 pm. The distance from Jolly Grant Airport to Landour Bazaar is approx 61.5 km. The distance from Dehradun Railway Station to Landour Bazaar is approx 36.4 km. The distance from Mussoorie to Landour Bazaar is approx 7.5 km.

Places near Landour

Dehradun (approx 45.7 Km from Landour)

Dehradun is situated on the route of tourist destinations like Rishikesh, Gangotri, Badrinath, and Haridwar. Dehradun is located at the center of the Doon Valley in the state of Uttaranchal, in the Garhwal Himalayas. During the summer months, temperatures range between 36°C and 16.7°C, and during the winter temperatures range between 23.4°C and 5.2° C. The Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest airport from Dehradun at a distance of approx 25 km and the city is connected by rail to all the major cities of India. The distance from Landour to Dehradun is approx 45.7 km. The most approachable time to visit Dehradun is in March, April, May, and June. Tourist places to visit in Dehradun are Forest Research Institute, Tibetan Buddhist Temple, Robber’s Cave, and Shikhar Fall.

Mussoorie (approx 18.3 Km from Landour)

Mussoorie which is also known as the “Queen of Hills” is one of the most popular hill stations in India. It is the most fascinating destination for pleasure travelers and honeymooners. Mussoorie is located at the height of 2200 meter above sea level. Mussoorie offers you picturesque views of the Himalayan summit situated in Western Garhwal. The most famous tourist places to visit in Mussoorie are Surkanda Devi Temple, Landour, George Everest House, Bhatta Falls, Jharipani Falls, Kempty Falls, and Camel’s Back Road. The adventure activities done in Mussoorie are Trekking, Paragliding, Angling, Zip Lining, and Winterline. The distance from Landour to Mussoorie is 18.3 km. You can also visit Mussoorie Lake, It's a well-known lake near Landour.

Nag Tibba (approx 93.8 Km from Landour)

Nag Tibba is situated on the lower Himalayas which is recognized as Garhwal Himalayas. Nag Tibba means Snake’s God and Peak respectively. The villagers often pray to Nag Devta and seek blessings to save them and their cattle also. Nag Tibba is mostly known for its Nag Tibba Trek and it’s an ideal trek for beginners. Nag Tibba Trek is a distance of approx 16 km. The tourist places near Nag Tibba are Kempty Waterfalls, Kanatal Hill Station, Lal Tibba, Nainbagh, and Mussoorie. The best season to visit Nag Tibba is summer (April, May, and June) and winter (October, November, and December). The distance from Landour to Nag Tibba is approx 93.6 km.

Lansdowne (approx 197.7 Km from Landour)

Lansdowne is one of the confidential and preserved hill stations located in India. It has been located at an elevation of 1780 metres above sea level situated in the Pauri Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. Lansdowne is also known as “Home of the Garhwal Rifles”. Tourist places to visit in Lansdowne are Tadkeshwar Mahadev Temple, Bhulla Tal, Darwan Singh Museum, Tip N Top, War Memorial Lansdowne, St. Johns Church, St. Mary Church, Bhim Pakora, Kaleshwar Mahadev Temple, and Hawaghar. The most approachable time to visit Lansdowne is in the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November, and December. The distance from Landour to Lansdowne is approx 197.7 km.

Dhanaulti (approx 57 Km from Landour)

Dhanaulti is located in Tehsil, Tehri region in the foothills of the Himalayan Range of Uttarakhand. Dhanaulti is at an altitude of 2290 meters. The most popular sightseeing places in Dhanaulti are Surkanda Devi Temple, Dhanaulti Eco Parks, Devi Darshan Triangle, Deogarh Fort, Dhanaulti Adventure Park, Tehri Dam, Potato Farm, Dashavatar temple, and Camping at Thangdhar. The most ideal and approachable time to visit Dhanaulti is in September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May, and June. The distance from Landour to Dhanaulti is approx 57 km.

Best Time to Visit Landour

Landour is located approx 1,500 feet uphill from Mussoorie and has an elevation of 7,000 feet. Summer is considered the most suitable time to travel to Landour. The minimum and maximum temperature of Landour goes in summer are 10 degrees Celsius and 30 degrees respectively. If you want to experience the snowfall in Landour then you can visit Nag Tibba at the time of December, January, and February. The summer months of the Landour are April, May, and June.

Landour in Summer

Landour in summer ranges between April to June. Cotton clothes are recommended for days and light woolen clothes are recommended for nights. The maximum and minimum temperature in summer is 30 degrees Celsius and 10 degrees Celsius respectively. Summer is the most ideal time to travel to Landour and one can enjoy the scenic views from Landour. The weather is quite pleasant during these months.

Landour in Monsoon

Landour in monsoon ranges between July to September. Landour is the monsoon season that experiences heavy rainfall almost every day in July, August, and September. It is recommended to carry cotton clothes for days and lights woolen clothes for nights. If you are planning to visit Landour during the monsoon season, you must carry an umbrella and raincoats with you. Whenever the sun flickers after a rainfall, then the shining green colored leaves brighten and make a fascinating view for the viewers.

Landour in Winter

Landour in winter ranges between October to March. If you want to experience the snowfall in Landour you can travel in January, February, and March. Sometimes the rains and snowfall come together in this season and due to this, they might block the roads. It is recommended to carry heavy woolen clothes if you are planning to travel to Landour in the winter season.

How to Reach Landour

Landour by Air

The nearest airport from Landour is Jolly Grant Airport at a distance of approx 69.2 km. After reaching the airport you can hire a taxi or cab to reach Landour. The distance from:
Mumbai to Landour- 1381 km
Kolkata to Landour- 1320 km
Delhi to Landour- 221 km

You can book your flight ticket from various airlines like (Air India, Vistara, SpiceJet, and Indigo).

Landour by Rail

The nearest railway station from Landour is Dehradun Railway Station at a distance of approx 36.6 km. Once you reach the railway station you can hire a taxi or cab for reaching Landour. Trains going from Delhi, Kolkata, and Mumbai to Landour are :
Trains from Delhi to Landour- Delhi Sarai Rohilla Phulera Special ( Distance By Train is approx 302 km)
Trains from Kolkata to Landour- Upasana Express, Doon Express ( Distance By Train is approx 1587 km)
If you want to reach Landour from Mumbai by train then you can book your train ticket from Mumbai to Muzaffarnagar and after that, you can hire a taxi or cab for reaching Landour.

Landour by Road

Landour is well attached by reachable roads with main destinations of Kumaon and states of northern India. Buses are comfortably available from ISBT Anand Vihar to Landour. You can also take a taxi from Mussoorie to Landour at a fare of approx INR 500 and from Dehradun to Landour at a fare of approx INR 800.
Distance from Delhi to Landour- 311.8 km
Distance from Mumbai to Landour- 1694.1 km
Distance from Kolkata to Landour- 1767.8 km

Places to Stay in Landour

Rokeby Manor

Rokeby Manor is situated in Landour Cantt, Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. It is one of the best hotels to stay in Landour. It's a 4-star property with amenities like fully furnished rooms, flat-screen TV, balconies or fireplaces, buffet breakfast, pub, and spa. The timings of check-in and check-out from the hotel are 14:00 pm and 12:00 am respectively. Some of the nearby popular tourist spots from the Rokeby Manor are Kellogg Memorial Church, Mussoorie Heritage Centre, and Gun Hill Point. The distance from :

Jolly Grant Airport to Rokeby Manor: 60.7 km

Dehradun Railway Station to Rokeby Manor: 35.7 km

Jaypee Residency Manor

Jaypee Residency Manor is located in Barlow Ganj, Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. It's a 5-star hotel in Landour. The amenities provided by the hotel are free WiFi, minibars, tea & coffee maker, balcony with a picturesque view, 2 amazing restaurants, room service, buffet breakfast, terrace, spa, and gym. The timings of check-in and check-out from the hotel are 15:00 pm and 12:00 am respectively. Some of the popular things to explore near Jaypee Residency Manor are Lal Tibba Science Point, Gun Hill Point, and Robber’s Cave. The distance from:

Jolly Grant Airport to Jaypee Residency Manor: 51.7 km

Dehradun Railway Station to Jaypee Residency Manor: 26.7 km

Landour to Jaypee Residency Manor: 17.6 km

Charming Cottage

Charming Cottage is an Airbnb property located in Landour. This cottage is hosted through Mala. The capacity of the cottage is a maximum of 5 guests, this cottage includes 2 bathrooms and 2 bedrooms. The amenities provided by this cottage are kitchen, free parking, balcony, hairdryer, WiFi, TV, bathroom essentials, refrigerator, and garden. The check-in and check-out time from the cottage is 12:00 pm and 10:00 am respectively. Smoking and parties are not allowed for the guests. The distance from:

Jolly Grant Airport to Charming Cottage: 60 km

Dehradun Railway Station to Charming Cottage: 35.9 km

Cozy Home

Cozy Home is one of the most popular homestays located in Landour Market, Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. The amenities provided by the Cozy Home are TV, mouth-watering food, vegetarian meal breakfast, shower and wake-up call service. You can also enjoy the view of mountains directly from your homestay. The distance from:

Jolly Grant Airport to Charming Cottage: 55.9 km

Hotel City Castle

Hotel City Castle is located near the Clock Tower, Landour, Mussoorie. The hotel has a total of 12 rooms. The amenities provided by this hotel are a restaurant, free WiFi, 24x7 security, full-time room service, power backup, TV, hot and cold water for baths. The check-in and check-out time from the hotel is 12:00 pm and 10:00 am respectively. The distance from:

Jolly Grant Airport to Hotel City Castle: 57.3 km

Dehradun Railway Station to Hotel City Castle: 33.2 km

Landour to Hotel City Castle: 3 km

Fortune Resort Grace

Fortune Resort Grace is located near Mall Road, Mussoorie. The resort provides you a favorable environment along with the amenities like free parking, free WiFi, free breakfast, game room, housekeeping service, coffee & tea maker. There are many room types in this resort: Mountain View, City View, Family rooms, and Suites. Nearby tourist spots from this resort are Camel Rock and St. Paul's Church. The distance from;

Jolly Grant Airport to Fortune Grace Resort: 59.5 km

Dehradun Railway Station to Fortune Grace Resort: 35.4 km

Landour to Fortune Grace Resort: 20.7 kms

Places to Eat in Landour

Landour Bakehouse

Landour Bakehouse is situated in Sister’s Market Landour, Mussoorie. If you are coming to travel to Landour, Mussoorie, and Dehradun then you have to visit Landour Bakehouse. Some of the must-try things from the menu are Lemon Cake, Freshly baked chocolate cookies, and Apple Pie. It is one of the best bakeries in Landour. The timings of opening and closing of Landour Bakehouse are 08:00 am to 08:00 pm. The distance from Mussoorie to Landour Bakehouse is approx 7.5 km.

Char Dukan Cafe

Char Dukan Cafe is located in Landour Cantt, Mussoorie. The cuisines available in this cafe are Fast food and Asian food. The types of meals available in this cafe are breakfast, lunch and brunch, only vegetarian food is available in this cafe. The special and mouth-watering dessert is Waffle. The timings of opening and closing of Char Dukan Cafe are 08:00 am to 08:00 pm. The distance from Mussoorie to Char Dukan Cafe is approx 6.7 km.