Which city in India is known as city of love?

Uttarakhand

Why is Dehradun so famous?

The capital of Uttarakhand, Dehradun is a gateway to some of the most popular hill stations in the country like Nainital and Mussoorie. Nestled in the Doon Valley, it is primarily known for the number of elite boarding schools it has like the Doon School and the Indian Military Academy.

How beautiful is Dehradun?

Dehradun is a sprawling city with its speckled picturesque places, vedent landscape, temples, picnic spots which enhance its natural beauty. This pictorial place is an ideal hotspot for those who really want to take risks in their life. A wide range of escapades is in offer in this valley.

What are the key facts of Dehradun?

Dehradun 1 Type Mayor–Council 2 Body Dehradun Municipal Corporation 3 Mayor Sunil Uniyal ‘Gama’ ( BJP) 4 City 196.48 km 2 (75.86 sq mi) 5 City 803,983 (2018) 6 Rank 79th 7 Metro 1,279,083 (2001) Languages 8 Regional

What are the various urban entities in Dehradun?

Other urban entities involved in civic services and city governance and management include Mussoorie Dehradun Development Authority (MDDA), Special Area Development Authority (SADA), Jal Sansthan, and Jal Nigam among others. Dehradun is also known for its Basmati rice and bakery products.

What is the meaning of Dehra Doon?

Dehra is derived from the word “dera”, meaning camp, and Dun or Doon in Garhwali language refers to a valley that lies between the middle Himalayas and the “Shivaliks”. Other prominent Doon valleys are Kotli Doon, Patli Doon and Pinjore Doon.

What are the major languages spoken in Dehradun?

Major languages spoken in Dehradun district according to census 2011 are: Hindi (including Garhwali 80.83\%). Hindi is the primary and official language, other languages spoken in the region are English, Bengali, Punjabi, Nepali, Tibetan.