We are talking about Landore, about 277 km from Delhi and just 7 km from Mussoorie, which comes in an offbeat place in the list of walking. If you are planning to go somewhere in summer, then let’s know then about that place.
About Landore
Landore is named from Landdorr, a small Welsh village in Britain. During the British rule, the British soldiers used to miss their home quite a lot, then they named many places in India after their country’s cities. The first building to be built in Mussoorie was built in 1825 by Captain Young in Landore. Captain Young was the same person who discovered Mussoorie. he/she was the Commandant of Gurkha Battalion in the British Army.
The clock tower located in Landore was considered the city’s boundary. Indians were not allowed to go ahead of this limit. Only British and Irish soldiers, who were posted in the British Regiment for 6 to 48 months, could only build a house for their holidays here.
Landour is different from others
You will be surprised to know, Landour is quite different due to being so close to Mussoorie. Landour has always been a part of the cantonment area. As a result, there has been no wood harvesting or forest harvesting in Landore for the last 100 years. According to the Act, any new construction in Landore is considered ‘illegal’. Modernization and tourism are far from Landore due to these rules.
24 houses and 4 shops
Most of the tourists come here only to visit Mussoorie or Dehradun for a day, because there are very few staying places here. There were a total of 24 houses in Landore at the time of independence, and are the same today. Someone has rightly said – “Twenty -four houses and four shops – this is Landore!” For this reason, the beauty and green forests of Landore are still safe!
Viewing place here
Kelog Memorial Church – This Presbyterian Church was built in 1903 and was also a teaching center for the British inhabitants. The architecture of this church is in the Gothic style and has beautiful colored glass windows. Landore Language Schools are also definitely visited in front of the church.
Sisters Bazaar – This is an old market street, where cafes, restaurants and small shops can be enjoyed. It is a popular shopping and food space.
St. Pauls Church – This church, built in 1839, is a historic Anglican Church of the British period. Earlier it was a place of worship for military officers and even today it is an active church, which many tourists come to see.
Red Tibba – It is the highest place in Mussoorie and Landore, from where a wonderful view of sunrise and sunset can be seen. From here, a beautiful view of old buildings, hill ranges and winter “winter line” can be seen.
Jabarkhet Nature Reserve – It is a private forest located in the hills of Mussoorie, where Himalayan wildlife is found. Exciting activities like hiking, jungle safari and trekking can be enjoyed here.
How to reach Mussoorie to Landore
Landore, Mall Road of Mussoorie But the picture is just 3.5 km from the palace. The road from Mussoorie to Landour is quite standing and narrow, which is often jammed during the peak season. It is not easy for every driver to drive on this road. Therefore, it is advisable to take a private taxi from Mussoorie Mall Road and go to Landore. According to the season, a small car can take you about 300-400 rupees to leave Landour from Mussoorie.
