Chakrata, a quiet hill station, nestled in the hills of Uttarakhand, known for its serene environs and pollution free atmosphere, is situated at a distance of 93 Kms from dehradun at an elevation of about 7000 ft ( 2118 mts.)


It was established as a British military cantonment 125 years ago and Indian Army still uses it for training. It provides a fascinating landscape for trekkers and nature lovers.

Virgin forests on conifers, rhododendrones and oaks best suited for long walks.Forests are lush green and thick, with a sprinkle of Buransh (Rhodenderon) trees. The red Buransh flowers are in full bloom during spring season, a sight paralleled only by a few others in nature.

Juice obtained by crushing the flowers is both tasty and nourishing.

A vast dense forest, dotted with attractive villages of the jaunsari tribe, the area has the 10,000 ( 3084 mts ) high peak of Kharamba.


On its northern slopes is situated Mundali 9000ft ( 2776mts) where in the month of November to April, skiers can enjoy skiing.

Situated on two hills, Chakrata and Kailana, the 170 year old town and quite hill station was created by British Army officers, in the early seventies of 19th century. Col. Hume of 55 regiment came here to explore the possibilities of converting the area into a military cantonment.
As for the wild life, there are mainly wild Fown, Panther and bear.

About one lakh tribals inhabit this area. They are descendents from the arayn hoarders who invaded in the indus valley and broke off from the parent organization

History:
The area was earlier known as Jaunsar bawar, a near by village, belonging to the Jaunsari tribe, which still has a marked presence in the surrounding villages.

A cantonment of British Indian Army, was established in 1866 by Colonel Hume of the 55th Regiment,British India Army, and the troops and officers first occupied the cantonment in April 1869.