The Garhwal Rifles War Memorial in Lansdowne, Uttarakhand

The Garhwal Rifles War Memorial is a popular historical memorial located in Lansdowne of district Pauri Garhwal. In November 11, 1923, former of India Commander-in-Chief John Lawrence construction it. It is situated near the Parade Ground in Lansdowne. This war memorial was established to mark the heroes of the Garhwal Rifles. The is ancient building of Garhwali Mess, near this war memorial. This building was constructed in the British era in the year 1888. This is one of the best preserved architecture in the Lansdowne area. This is one of the old legacys the centuries of Indian Army. To learn about the pre-independence history of the tourist Garhwal Regiment, goes to this war memorial. During the trip to Lansdowne, tourists visit this war memorial. The Garhwal Rifles War Memorial is one of the important tourist destinations of Lansdowne, which attracts a lot of tourists coming here.

How To Reach The Garhwal Rifles War Memorial

By Air

The nearest airport of Lansdowne is Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, which is about 144 km from Lansdowne.  

By Rail

The nearest railway station of Lansdowne is Kotdwar, which is about 40 km from Lansdowne.

By Road

The Garhwal Rifles War Memorial is located at a distance of about 250 meters from Lansdowne.

Best Time To Visit

The journey of The Garhwal Rifles War Memorial can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to May. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.