Introduction

A brief walk up from Landour leads to Lal Tibba (meaning red hill), the highest point in Mussoorie. It stands at an altitude of 8000 meter above the sea level. From Lal Tibba, you can behold breathtaking views of the lower Himalayas. The AIR and Doordarshan towers are also located here. The Doordarshan tower or TV tower is a popular landmark in Mussoorie.

The area is also very popular with shoppers as there are many markets in the vicinity. Sisters’ Bazaar is one of them. The locally-produced jams are a must-buy here. Mussoorie is famous for the locally made peanut butter available at Prakash stores among other confectioners. The Landour market is located just before Lal Tibba. You will come across an array of shops selling woolens, ceramic crockery and antiques.

Perched high up on Lal Tibba is Childer's Lodge is the highest point in Mussoorie. Childer’s Lodge opens up a spectacular vista of the hills and valley stretching into distance. The winding path to the lodge is covered on one side with wild blossoms in a riot of colors. The other side is thick with pine and deodar trees. It is an ideal place in Mussoorie to witness breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. It is accessible by foot. Alternatively, you can take a horse ride to the site. Vehicles are permitted in the area; a rental taxi charges INR 350 to take visitors back and forth.

Childer’s Lodge is set in splendid isolation, and has no eating places, restrooms or souvenir shops. On a trip to this site, it is advisable to carry your own picnic basket and a few bottles of drinking water. Mobile phones seldom have network here and this makes it ideal for nature-lovers to spend time in solitude and suck in the scenery. The place often gets rare winged visitors among other endemic birds. The air is nippy here compared to lower Mussoorie, so always carry along at least a layer of woolens.

Like other tourist spots in Mussoorie, Lal Tibba is also frequented by visitors for the gorgeous Himalayan scenery it affords. The sunrises and sunsets from this vantage point are also an experience.

Special Attributes

A high-altitude scenic spot that offers both magnificient views of the mountains as well as shopping avenues.

Nuisance

The site is very peaceful and free of irritants.

Dressing restrictions

Dress in whatever you find comfortable.

Connectivity

Can be accessed on foot, or by cycle-rickshaw. You can even rent a two or four-wheeler.

Enjoyed by

Backpackers especially Nature Lovers

Exposure

It is always cold atop Lal Tibba, so it is advisble to carry woolens irrespective of the weather in lower Mussoorie.

Avoidable Season

July, August

Facilities

Basic, prepare accordingly

Things Not Allowed

No such restrictons

Tip

Carry woollens, even if it is warm in main Mussoorie.

Also, take the time to walk up to Childer's Lodge, you will be well rewarded with spectacular views of the hills.

Type of site

Scenic Getaway, Shopping hub