![]() ![]() Today the original bells are on display in the Amsterdam Historical Museum and replaced by newer ones. Elegant additions of 4 clock faces and a carillon of bells were also made. Hendrick de Keyser, a renowned Dutch architect and sculptor, oversaw the building’s reconstruction and also attributed to the stylish eight sided top half of the Tower. From the fire of 1618, which engulfed and destroyed most of the city’s walls, the Mint Tower emerged almost untouched, only to be reconstructed in the Renaissance style a year later. A part of the wall that guarded the city of Amsterdam, the Tower was one of the main gates of the Regulierspoort.īuilt in the latter half of the 15th century, the Tower underwent tremendous renovation over the centuries. For the historical enthusiasts, and the qualified applicants of the CDS exams, the Indian Military Academy is always open for you.The Mint Tower is one of the structures in the city which has a rich past. Day 3 - The final day should be reserved for a trek to the Malsi Deer Park, a wildlife reserve, where you can witness some rare breeds of deer prancing about. By evening, you can hop back to your hotel for some rest, for the journey might be quite tiring. ![]() is the Robbers' Cave, a popular picnic cum adventure sports hotspot for the bold travelers. Not very far from here, at a distance of approximately 6.9 km. ![]() Day 2 - The next day, you should set off officially for the trip, starting with blessings from Lord Shiva at the holy Tapkeshwar Mahadev Mandir. You can buy curios, handicrafts, souvenirs among many other things here. Day 1 - Once in Dehradun, take some rest and begin your trip with a stroll through the local market, especially the Paltan Bazaar, a fascinating market, with its share of amazing streets and alleys, just near to another famous site in Dehradun city, The Clock Tower on the Rajpur Road. ![]()
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