Dehradun
Forest Research Institute
Open Time : 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Entry : Paid
Address : Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun, Chakarata Rd, New Forest, P.O, Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
Website : https://fri.icfre.gov.in/
Phone : 094113 85495
More Travel Tips from Dehradun
Why to visit Forest Research Institute
- The Institute was founded in 1906 and is situated across 4.5 square kilometres with an outstanding Colonial and Greco-Roman style of architecture.
- It has been used in several Bollywood films. Some of these well-known productions are Krishna Cottage, Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein, Paan Singh Tomar, Kamra No. 404, Dear Daddy, and Student of the Year.
- This organisation is home to six museums focused to forestry and research.
- It also houses the Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy and the Indian Council of Forestry Research's headquarters.
Forest Research Institute Museum
- The Forest Research Institute building in Dehradun also houses a forestry-themed Botanical Museum.
- The museum offers visitors to look through all of the parts that are fully oriented on botanical aspects of science.
- The museum is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily.
- The entry charge is INR 40 per person, plus a little vehicle fee if you are driving or riding a scooter.
This museum's most important sections are-
- Social Forestry Museum
- Silviculture Museum
- Pathology Museum
- Timber Museum
- Non-Wood Forest Products Museum
- Entomology Museum
Nearby Attractions
- Tapkeshwar Temple (1.3 km)
- Nag Tibba (3 km)
- Chetwoode Hall (2.5 km)
Entrance Fee: INR 15/- (approx)
Ideal Duration: 1 hour
Best Time To Visit: March to June
FAQ on Forest Research Institute
What is the best time to visit the Forest Research Institute?
The months of March to June are ideal for visiting Dehradun since the weather is mild and the skies are typically clear. The temperature swings from 17 and 35 degrees Celsius.
How to reach the Forest Research Institute?
Between Kaulagarh and the Indian Military Academy, in a census town, are the Forest Research Institute and the college area. It is situated on the Dehradun-Chakrata Motorable Road, about 7 km from the well-known Clock Tower. From any location in Dehradun City, it is easily accessible by taxi, auto (Vikram no. 6 from Connaught Place), or bus.
How much does the Forest Research Institute charge for admission?
The admission fee is nominally INR 15 per person, plus INR 50 if you choose to hire a guide for your trip. Additionally, there is a small parking fee.
What is the timetable for The Forest Research Institute?
The FRI is open from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM every day of the week, excluding gazetted holidays. From 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and again from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM, the guided tour is available.
Special Tip
Inside the institute, photography is strictly prohibited. Bring some water and light snacks with you. Within the institute's grounds, there is also a canteen.
By Mehrosh Shamim
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