India as a country has always been considered a centre of excellence in the field of higher education since the times of history with the incredible names of universities like Nalanda & Takshila. Uttarakhand being a part of such a global country has also been known for the Institutions of higher academic standard. The combined region of Kumaon and Garhwal has been known as Uttarakhand since the time of the Puranas, the ancient Hindu scriptures. It was carved out of the state of Uttar Pradesh on November 9, 2000. apart from the beautiful views of Himalayas, it is also home of the point of origin of Ganga and Yamuna. The snow-capped mountains, beautiful lakes along with flora & fauna enhance the God created natural beauty of Uttarakhand. Different types of forests and varying species of shrubs, climbing plants and grasses, depending upon the aspect, altitude and soil condition are found here.
Dehradun a north Indian city is a fast developing capital and the heart of Uttarakhand, which possesses academic & professional institutions of high competence. Numerous people visit Dehradun every year and many of them visit it during their way to Mussoorie, well known Queen of Hills. The temperate climate of Dehradun makes it a wonderful place to reside.
City Synopsis…….. Dehradun with an altitude of 2100 feet above sea level is located in the valley surrounded by hills. It has been limelight since long for it's outstanding school education & is also seen now as an uprising capital with well-known higher educational institutions providing comprehensive career-oriented education to the students. Dehradun city is 230 km in the north of India's capital Delhi and located in the northern side of the fertile Gangetic Plans of India. Dehradun is located near other religious and tourist centers also such as Haridwar, Rishikesh and Nainital. Mussoorie is a famous hill station just 36 km. Away from Dehradun and it is visited by large number of tourists every year.