The modern city of Dehradun was established by Guru Ram Rai and even today, his Darbar Saheb is the heart of the city's cultural and spiritual life. The Sulpher Springs of Sahastradhara, the ancient,more than 5000 years old, Tapkeshwar temple, the Kalinga edicts built by Emperor Ashoka, the Forest Research Institute's Museum, the water sports and migratory birds at the Asan Barrage, the museum of the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology, the Buddhist Monastries, are just some of the treasures this exotic Valley has preserved over the years.

Come explore the valley from the most hospitable destination of Doon. Various tailor made packages are available at Hotel Madhuban to help create a memorable holiday! Day trips to the Queen of Hills, Mussoorie, or Haridwar & Rishikesh can also to be arranged.

By Air : Nearest airport is Jolly Grant, 24 kms. on the Dehradun Rishikesh highway.

By Rail : Dehradun is an important railhead on the Northern Railway and is connected to many parts of the country by express trains. Dehra Dun is the capital of uttarakhand.

Some important trains are:

• 3009/3010 Dehradun Howrah Exp. (Calcutta) Daily.

• 4041/4042 Mussoorie Exp. (Delhi) Daily.

• 4265/4266 Dehradun-Varanasi Exp.

• 9019/ 9020 Dehradun-Bombay Exp.

• 4309/4310 Ujjaini Exp. (Ujjain)

• 4113 /4114 Dehradun-Allahabad Exp.

• Shatabdi Exp., a fast train to and from Delhi.

By Road : On State Highway 45, Dehradun is connected to all parts of the country with good, all-weather roads.

Road distances to some important centres in the region are:

   Local Transport : Tourist taxis are available from taxi stands at the Railway Station, Delhi Bus Stand and Local Bus Stand.