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Once upon a time,the air was clean,life slow-paced and trees aplenty. In some places,it is still this way. Dehradun,for instance,despite the frenzy of the city centre still boasts pockets where one can leave the noise and pollution behind.
Dehraduns latest weekend getaway,Vishranti (picture),lies 20 km away from the main market. A Sal forest surrounds the 23-acre resort,and snowy peaks gleam over the terrace of the colonial-style cottages. The cottages have been converted into suites with telling names like Shanti,Aman and Vishram,but with the Raj accent intact antique four-poster beds,copper chimneys,stone fireplaces and old photographs of people fishing and riding. A nod to modernity comes in the form of steam showers and Jacuzzi in the washroom,and the swimming pool. The service echoes the hospitality of the hill people friendly but not flamboyant.
Check out the vast aviary filled with exotic birds. Laze on the hammock by the campfire and listen to the guitarist while scanning the night sky spray-painted with stars. Or just breathe in the oxygen.
But if you want a thrill pill,drop by Camp Redstone,located 18 km from Dehradun in village Mahendrapur,to indulge in activities ranging from rappelling,cave explorations and obstacle courses to football and cricket.
Jharipani Castle Resort offers a mix of history and nature. Located on top of a hill in Jharipani,near Mussoorie,it boasts Swiss tents (with western toilets),landscaped gardens,horse-riding,horse safaris and an unhindered view of the lights of Doon Valley below.
Vishranti
* Damages: Rs 7,500 onward for two people per night.
* Contact: 011-46520000 (Delhi office),135-2773700.
* Camp Redstone
* Damages: Rs 2,500 onward per person per night.
* Contact: 9718349423.
* Jharipani Castle Resort
* Damages: Rs 2,200 onward per person per night.
*Contact: 9212027041
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