Mussourie
A popular summer retreat, Mussourie is perched above the Doon valley at a height of 1920m.
Unfortunately, I didn’t get too many photos since the visibility was very bad.
Everest House was about 7 km. from our hotel. It was the home of Sir George Everest, the Surveyor-General who mapped Mount Everest, and one of Mussourie’s earliest residents. We actually trekked all the way up there. UP, yes, uphill. To the peak of one of the higher mountains. Can you imagine a fat lump like myself doing that? Took us a couple of hours, but it was worth it. The view was amazing, as and when visible between drifting clouds. Standing on the edge of the peak was scary — absolutely loved it! A perfect end to a wonderful trip!! Photos below: i) Sir George Everest’s house, ii) and iii) his survey point.
