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The former capital city of Kazakhstan, now a sprawling metropolis and cultural hubbub, Almaty is a hidden gem very few know about. Almaty enjoys the beautiful backdrop of snow-laden mountains of Medeo, the new tradition of ski resorts, upscale malls and restaurants. The winters here are fun and you can taste the delicious wild apples from the markets.
Best Time to Visit
The warm months of June to September are the best time to visit Almaty. During this time, the temperature is moderate and people look out for sightseeing. December to February experience harsh winters, but offer tourists ice skating and skiing activities. 
Places to Visit
The Kazakhstan Museum of Arts, Republic Square, the Central State Museum and the Kazakh Museum of Folk Musical Instruments offer a glimpse into the culture and history of the city with historic artefacts, Kazakh harps, and contemporary works of several artists. The ski resorts of Medeo and Shymbulak and Big Almaty Lake are the places to unwind and observe. Panfilov Park located in the city centre houses the Zenkov Cathedral is also a must-visit place. Some other attractions in the city you can visit include Abay Opera House, Kok-Tube Hill, The Republic Palace, Almaty Zoo and Almaty Central Mosque. There are many hiking trails that lead to beautiful mountains, so if you have a thrill-seeker inside you then you can definitely undertake this activity. While you are there, do not miss out on relaxing your traveller’s muscles with the Arasan Baths. Several shopping malls and boutiques are emerging which are relatively expensive. Green Bazaar is a good place to buy souvenirs from exotic fruit to handmade artefacts. Book best hotels in Almaty from Goibibo. 
Food and Restaurants
Kazakh people take pride in their regional dish but praise continental dishes as well. You will find many Georgian, Korean, Indian restaurants in the vicinity. Tandoor, Venetsia, My Cafe, Manga Sushi, Daredzhani, Zheti Kazyna and Khodja Nasreddin are some popular dining places in the city. Some of the recommended Kazakh dishes include Beshbarmak, Manty, Laghman, Kazy, Plov, Pelmeni, Baursaki and Shish Kebab. Kumiss and Shubat are Almaty’s traditional beverages. 
Transportation
Almaty International Airport (AIA) is located around 25 km away from the city centre. The airport receives several regular and direct flights from Amsterdam, Paris, Hongkong, Dubai, Delhi and more. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to international flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for the cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Buses, taxis and cabs are a viable option to reach the city from the airport. Book taxis in advance to save time and cost. Train services run between many cities of Russia and Almaty. The public transport include subways, trams, metro and buses.

Dehradun is the capital city of Uttarakhand. This serene city located near the Himalayan foothills is an academic hub, a tourist hot-spots and a transit hub for people travelling to Mussoorie and Rishikesh. The silent paradise of Dehradun boasts of caves, springs, waterfalls, temples, sunset points, man-made lakes and a military academy. It is an all-purpose destination for family vacations, honeymoons and weekend getaways.
 
Best Time to Visit
Winter months from November to February are considered as the ideal time to visit this holiday destination. If you are not fond of extremely low temperatures, then summers from April to June are good to visit, too. It is recommended to book hotels in Dehradun before time as it is always tough to get hotel in peak season.
 
Places to Visit
Robber’s Cave has natural caves where many travelers relax, dip their feet and have a relaxing time, Lacchiwala has cool sunset hot-spots and bird watching places amidst nature, Mindrolling Monastery is a perfect place for peace seekers. Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple, Sahastradhara, Har ki Dun, Malsi Deer Park, The Kalinga War Memorial and The FRI Museum are some other Places to Visit in Dehradun. This hill station is indeed a delightful place for shoppers. Paltan Bazaar, Tibetan Market, Cross Road Mall, Balaram Market and Indra Market are a few markets to shop woollen garments, bangles, accessories and best quality Basmati rice at reasonable prices.
 
Hotels and Restaurants
Dehradun has plenty of dining places that offer food from continental to regional. Must-try local dishes include Aloo ke Gutke, Kandalee ka Saag, Kulath Phanu and Gahat ki Daal. Bal Mithai and Jhangora ki Kheer are delicious desserts. Some of the recommended dining places are Town Table, Moti Mahal, Black Pepper Restaurant, Doon Darbar, Orchard, Tirupati and Kalsang. Aslo a number of restaurants and chain eateries are located at Rajpur Road. 

Dehradun offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Dehradun to Luxury Hotels in Dehradun / Homestay in Dehradun, from 5 star Dehradun hotels to Resorts, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Dehradun to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Dehradun, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Dehradun for stay are near Dehradun Airport, Sahastradhara, Tyagi Road, Saharanpur Road and Rajpur Road. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.
 
Transportation
Dehradun has good connectivity to various Indian cities via all mediums of transportation. The nearest airport, Jolly Grant Airport (DED), is located approximately 25 km away from the main city of Dehradun. Several daily domestic flights operate to Delhi and connecting flights to Mumbai, Lucknow, Jammu and other cities. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. A number of prepaid taxis are available at the airport to reach the city.  Several Shatabdis, express trains connect Dehradun to cities such as Delhi, Varanasi, Chennai, Kolkata and Amristar. Regular interstate and intercity Dehradun buses ply to and from Dehradun, mostly from ISBT in Delhi. Car rental is also a travel option, gaining popularity among travelers. For convenient travel within the city, auto-rickshaws, shared autos, local buses (often crowded) are available.