Mussoorie is known as queen of hill station in India. Mussoorie is famous for its natural beauty. There is Number of Tourist place in Mussoorie like camel back road, Mussoorie Lake,Kempty Fall.
Kempty fall is the biggest waterfall and one of the most popular tourist spots of Mussoorie.Kempty Falls, located 15 kms from Mussoorie on the Chakrata Road is one of the most popular attractions of the region. Kempty fall was developed as a tourist destination by a British officer John Mekinan, around 1835. The name Kempty is probably derived from 'camp-tea', as the British, during the colonial rule would organize their tea parties here. Surrounded by high mountain ranges and located at a high altitude of 4500 feet, the falls offer a breathtaking view as the water falling down from a high altitude of 40 feet splits further into five more streams. The kempty waterfall is located in a valley and the surrounding mountains provide not only a picturesque background but a feeling of being cocooned in the mountains.Kempty, the water almost appears as if the streams are themselves doing a somersault before they hit the bottom. Yamuna is not far from the Kempty when one travels past it some 12 kms downhill on crossing the Aglar River. For those seeking the thrill of the gigantic falls for more than just a quick trip, there are arrangements for accommodation in huts in the area around Kempty. The falls are closed through winter and can be visited from the months of March through July. Due to unplanned commercialization & chaotic vehicle parking, which leads to massive traffic snarls during the season time? It is advisable to visit the place early in the morning to beat.
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