Mussoorie

Mussoorie, known as the Queen of the Hills, commands sweeping views of the Doon Valley from its highest point at 2,000 meters. Its iconic Kempty Falls drops 40 feet into a natural pool, drawing over 500,000 visitors annually. Compared to Coorg (Kodagu), Mussoorie offers a stronger colonial ambiance with landmarks like the 180-year-old St. Paul's Church and a 3-km Mall Road. It is 15% cooler than #5 Munnar in peak summer, with average highs of 20°C, making it a refreshing escape. The cable car ride to Gun Hill provides panoramic vistas rivaling any in the region, solidifying its reputation as a top near-Delhi hill station.