Tuesday, May 12, 2009

Factfile of Bhatta Falls, Jainti Dam

The route would be the same as one taken for reaching Mussoorie, the nearest bussling place. Mussoorie is replete with site-seeing, culinary and stay options. Although July-August is traditionally not an advisable time to go, the thrill is in these months, if the routes are open.

Other falls in and around Mussoorie are Kempty, Jharipani and Mossey. Kempty is most popular. Bhatta is prettier and less crowded than Kempty. Undoubtedly a better option.

People usually go to Jainti for the Jainti Devi temple, located on a hillock close to the dam. There are very few who go just for the dam, much less like us, who go from another city to see it. Within a few kilometer radius is the Perch dam and a Shiv temple.

A word of caution - the road to the dam makes way for only one vehicle at a time and there is no assigned parking area for dam visitors.

The closest city would be Chandigarh, which does not offer too many site seeing options but is incredibly scenic. It offers a host of accommodation and dining options.

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