Lachhiwala
The verdant forests of Lachhiwala have
been attracting travellers in hordes. Being an important picnic spot,
people come here along with family and friends to spend some quality
time, away from the frenetic rat race of the city life. The picnic spot
of Lachhiwala lies along the Haridwar-Rishikesh Road in Uttarakhand
region. It is at a distance of just 17 km from Dehradun and 30 minutes
drive from Haridwar. Even for the visitors to Dehradun, Lachhiwala is
one of the most important sightseeing places.
While you arrive here, you will find
the man made water pools where you can have the enjoyable bath, a good
number of nature lovers, trekkers and bird watchers busy with their
activities. Apart from being nature-rich the forests of Lachhiwala also
shelter a variety of colorful bird species. So, bird watchers can have a
lot of fun. You can further enhance the experience of your bird watching
tour, if you hire a guide. The birding guide will inform you of the
exact place to watch specific bird species. He will also teach you some
of the basic techniques required for bird watching. The surroundings of
Lachhiwala are far away from the urban establishment. There is greenery
and crispy fresh air all around. Even if you want to spend some time in
solitude, it can be one of the best places around Dehradun.
Since tourists keep coming to the
forests of Lachhiwala, there are fine accommodation facilities are
available as well. You can easily book your accommodation in the Forest
Rest House. The Forest Rest House is located in the midst of greenery
and gives you the opportunity of being in close contact with nature. The
prices are very reasonable and food is cooked by expert chefs. It is
advisable to check the availability of rooms in advance.
The vegetation at Lachhiwala is a mix
of deciduous and sal trees. There are fruit orchards all around. While
you are here, do remember to visit the marshes and the grassland along
the Song River. At this place you can spot species of migratory birds
too. You can come here anytime of the year, as Lachhiwala features a
pleasant climate.
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