Timeline
16:39
Arrive at Kalsi to walk among the Edicts of Ashoka as the light begins to soften. The ancient stone inscriptions are best appreciated in the warm, fading glow before the sun dips below the horizon.
17:39
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting long shadows across the small town. Take a moment to absorb the history and the view as the sky changes color.
18:24
After dark, find a place for dinner and a drink. Since no specific food or drink venues are listed in the local context, check the route for the nearest open restaurant or bar in Kalsi or the immediate Dehradun area to complete your evening.
Local tip
Kalsi is a small town. After sunset, options for food and drink may be limited, so plan to check local routes for open establishments nearby.
Check before you go
- Sunset times vary by season. On 15 January, golden light starts at 17:04 and sunset is at 17:39. On 15 April, golden light starts at 18:13 and sunset is at 18:46. On 15 July, golden light starts at 18:47 and sunset is at 19:22. On 15 October, golden light starts at 17:15 and sunset is at 17:47. Check the local sunset time for your specific travel date.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Dehradun (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).