Lansdowne is a cantonment city in Pauri Garhwal in state
Uttarakhand . It was originally was founded by Lord Lansdowne, who was one of
the viceroy’s of India during the British rule in India around (1888-1894) .
The city was initially a recruitment centre of Garhwal Rifles. Garwhal Rifles
earlier was under the British troops now they are under the Indian Regiments. It
is situated at a height of 5587 ft and all the areas are being surrounded by
the pine & Deodar trees.
How to Reach the Place ?
By Train: Two trains run
from Delhi to Kotdwar (Mussorie Express and Garhwal Express). By Road: From Kotdwar it's about 40 km away. From Haridwar, a bus to Kotdwara. This will take approximately an hour.
What to see ?
Tarkeshwar
Mahadev
It
is a village
36 km from Lansdowne and at a
height of 1,800 m. The place is known for its temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Surrounded by thick forests of deodar and pine, it is an ideal place for those who seek for beauty in
nature. During Shivratri, a special worship is held. The temple committee
provides a dharamshala for accommodation.
St. Mary’s Church
A Catholic Church of
historical importance, St. Mary's Church is located near Tip
N Top Point in Lansdowne. In 1895, St. Mary's
Church was constructed by Col. A.H.B Hume of the Royal Engineers. Historian as
well as normal visitors like to visit this jewel in Lansdowne city, St Mary's Church adds to the charm and tranquility of
the surrounding.
Garhwal Rifles War
Memorial
The Garhwal Rifles
Regimental War Memorial at Lansdowne was established on 11th November 1923.
Lord Rawlinson of Trent, the then Commander in Chief of India, founded this
museum. A major tourist attraction of the destination, this war memorial is
located at the Parade Ground. It is one of the few tourist attractions that is
visited by almost every traveler coming to Lansdowne. Tourists who are
interested in knowing about the Indian army also throng this place
Tip N Top View Point
A small hill top viewpoint
in Lansdowne, Tip N Top as the name suggests is one of the highest places in
Lansdowne. Located at just 1.5 km from main Lansdowne city Centre, Tip N Top
is best place in Lansdowne to watch complete skyline with magnificent Shivalik range.
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| St.Mary's Church |
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| Tarakeshawar Temple at Lansdowne |
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| View during going Tarakeshwar Temple |
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| Garhwal Regiment parading |
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