Vishranti - A Resort in the Woods
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| Vishranti - A Resort in the Woods |
Vishranti - A Resort in the Woods:
There are times when you want to take a break from your daily monotonous life, destress yourself and get rid of the clutter that has been accumulated in your mind over a period of time. This is the time when you wish to live in solitude, just be with yourself and relax.
If you wish to do a bit of soul searching and surround yourself with lush green forests OR if you wish to take a day out and spend the day with your family & kids OR if you wish to have some fun with friends, "Vishranti" is the place to go.
The clock moves slowly here. The sense of peace and calmness prolongs your stay at "Vishranti".
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| Vishranti - A Doon Valley Resort and SPA |
Spread over several acres of land, surrounded by Sal forest, Vishranti Spa and Resort is laden with all the modern amenities which urbanites crave for.
Vishranti is also known as the place where M.S Dhoni's wedding was organized.
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| Vishranti - Entrance |
One can either stay in the colonial styled cottages & suits or come over for a day trip to enjoy the serenity and tranquility.
The cottages and suits have slanting roofs and wide wrap around verandahs. From these verandahs one can view and enjoy the serene Sal forests, surrounding foothills and the organic farms.
Each of the rooms are air conditioned, elegantly restored with furniture, paintings and antiques of the by gone era.
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| Vishranti - Open Fireplace |
During one of our visits to Dehradun, someone recommended us this place. We visited 'Visharanti' and were spellbound with the grandeur and serenity the resort bestows. It was early March and we could still feel the mild chill in the air, probably due to the forests all around. The drive to 'Visharanti' from Dehradun via the lush green Sal forests is also soul nourishing.
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| Vishranti - Dehradun |
Brigadier's Bar /Briggs Resto Bar:-
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| Vishranti - Brigadier's Resto Bar |
Brigadier's Restaurant-cum-Bar is an elegant place to dine. This military themed Resto Bar is dedicated to the armed forces particularly INDIAN ARMY.
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| Vishranti - Brigadier's Resto Bar |
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| Vishranti - Brigadier's Resto Bar |
All around on the walls and alleys you can see photographs, boards etc. depicting the bravery and valor of the army men.
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| Vishranti - Brigadier's Resto Bar |
Be it the board dedicated to Kargil war & it's heroes or the board dedicated to special forces (the para commandos) or the photographs of army personals, all of them give a tribute to the brave army men.
Some boards also share trivia like the one giving information about a mule who was awarded the 'Vir Chakra' .
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| Vishranti - Brigadier's Resto Bar |
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| Vishranti - Brigadier's Resto Bar |
One can enjoy good food and drinks, appreciating the great men and their sacrifices.
We relished the taste of veg cutlets, cheese stuffed mushrooms as starters and red sauce pasta, chow mein as main course. The dishes are freshly cooked on order and hence have a wait time. One could roam around and enjoy as the chef prepares your meal. We found the meal prices as well to be quite reasonable.
We relished the taste of veg cutlets, cheese stuffed mushrooms as starters and red sauce pasta, chow mein as main course. The dishes are freshly cooked on order and hence have a wait time. One could roam around and enjoy as the chef prepares your meal. We found the meal prices as well to be quite reasonable.
Holdy's Pub:-
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| Vishranti - Holdy's Pub |
Holdy's Pub is dedicated to the mountaineer and educationist Mr. R L Holdsworth.
He is known to be one of the discoverer's of " Valley of Flowers". Among other positions that he held, he held the position of Dy. Head Master at the Doon School.
He is known to be one of the discoverer's of " Valley of Flowers". Among other positions that he held, he held the position of Dy. Head Master at the Doon School.
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| Vishranti - Holdy's Pub |
The Pub has an old world charm and instantly transports you to the bygone era. Among other photographs the pub has photographs associated with Doon School.
The pub has a fireplace as well, which points as another reminiscence of the colonial era. There is an open sitting area outside the pub as well where you can enjoy the breeze with your drinks and snacks.
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| Vishranti - Holdy's Pub |
Aviary:-
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| Vishranti - Aviary |
Vishranti has few Aviaries where you would witness beautiful Parakeets, Hens, Fowls and other exotic birds. It is worth a visit. Kids and adults alike can enjoy the chirping and singing of birds. Also it presents a good opportunity to see exotic birds.
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| Vishranti - Aviary |
Other Attractions:-
Some of the other attractions include Spa, Swimming Pool, Children's park & play area, Gymnasium, Mini Golf Course etc. Quite understandably during our visit the Swimming Pool was not operational due to ongoing Covid Crisis. Also as the place is surrounded by forests monkeys were seen near the Children's park & play area, hence one needs to be cautious when visiting with kids.
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| Vishranti - Swimming Pool |
Best Time to Visit Dehradun :
Dehradun is quite and serene through out the year. If you want to escape from the scorching heat you can come over in summers (April-June). If you love the chills come over in winters (October - February), and if you love to see plush greenery and blooming flowers come over to Dehradun in the Monsoons (July-September). Tourists most often visit during summers.
How to Reach Dehradun from Delhi :
Road Route: Delhi- Meerut-Roorkee-Dehradun (Via upper ganga Canal Road, or One can Take the other route via Delhi-Bagpat-Baraut- MuzzafarNagar- Deoband - Dehradun for the fastest travel.
There are frequent busses from Delhi to Dehradun. Busses and Taxis ply frequently between Delhi and Dehradun.
For more information on the Road Route Please read my Blog (Route Link, Complete Tour Link)
Train Route: Delhi- Dehradun, and then by Road Route to Visharanti.
For more information on the Road Route Please read my Blog (Route Link, Complete Tour Link)
Train Route: Delhi- Dehradun, and then by Road Route to Visharanti.
Flight Route: Delhi- Dehradun (Jolly Grant Airport) and then by Road Route to Visharanti.
Distances :
Delhi to Dehradun : 247 km
Delhi To Meerut: 83 km
Meerut To Roorkee:109 km
Delhi To Meerut: 83 km
Meerut To Roorkee:109 km
Roorkee to Dehradun: 70 km
Other Important Information about Dehradun :
Dehradun Height from Sea Level : Dehradun is around 640M above sea level.
Clothings for Dehradun : Cotton clothes during Summers, Light woolen with heavy rain protection during Monsoons and Moderate to Heavy Woolens During Winters.
Schools in Dehradun : Dehradun is also famous for its British Era Schools, which includes the famous Doon School.
Fooding /Lodging/Hotels on Dehradun route : Meals and Hotels available at Meerut, Roorkee, Dehradun etc.
Petrol Pumps on Dehradun route: Meerut, Roorkee, Dehradun etc.
Last Petrol Pump on Dehradun route: Several in Dehradun.
ATMs on Dehradun route available at: Meerut, Roorkee, Dehradun etc.
Last ATM on Dehradun route available at: Dehradun.
Bike Repair Mechanics on Dehradun route available at : Meerut, Roorkee, Dehradun etc
Car Repair Mechanics on Dehradun route available at: Meerut, Roorkee, Dehradun etc.
Phone Network Connectivity: Phone Network is available in Dehradun.
Medical Care: Hospitals available at Meerut, Roorkee, Dehradun etc.
Any Special Permission Needed by Indian Citizen to Visit Dehradun: No.
Places to Visit near Dehradun: Landour Mussoorie, Nag Tibba, etc.
For more information on Landour, Please Read my Blog on Landour.
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