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Roorkee is a city in Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, northern India. It lies on the banks of the Ganges canal system, about 180 kilometres northeast of New Delhi. The city is best known as the home of the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, founded in 1847 as the Thomason College of Civil…
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About Roorkee
Roorkee grew around the Upper Ganges Canal, which was built in the mid-19th century to irrigate the Doab region. The canal headquarters and the engineering college gave the city a distinctive Anglo-Indian character, with colonial-era buildings, bungalows and wide tree-lined avenues. Today Roorkee is a busy educational and commercial centre, with a mix of historic institutions and modern coaching hubs.
For visitors, Roorkee offers a glimpse of colonial engineering history, the lively campus of IIT Roorkee, and easy access to Haridwar and Rishikesh. The city is also a convenient stopover on the route between Delhi and the hill stations of Uttarakhand.
Where to stay in Roorkee
Civil Lines. A central, well-planned area with many hotels, restaurants and shops, close to the IIT campus and the railway station.
Ramnagar. A residential and commercial locality south of the centre, home to several budget hotels and eateries.
Ganga Canal Area. The vicinity of the Upper Ganges Canal, with colonial-era buildings and a quieter atmosphere, yet within reach of the main market.
B.T. Ganj. A busy market area near the railway station, with a range of hotels and easy access to transport.
Getting there and around
Roorkee is well connected by rail and road. Roorkee railway station lies on the Delhi–Haridwar line, with frequent trains from New Delhi, Haridwar and Dehradun. By road, the city is on National Highway 334, about 180 km from New Delhi and 30 km from Haridwar. Buses and taxis run regularly from Delhi's ISBT Kashmiri Gate and Anand Vihar. The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, about 60 km away. Within the city, auto-rickshaws, cycle-rickshaws and local buses are the main modes of transport; app-based cabs are limited, so it is best to arrange taxis through your hotel.
When to go
The best time to visit Roorkee is from October to March, when the weather is mild and pleasant. Summers, from April to June, are hot and dry, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C. The monsoon, from July to September, brings humidity and moderate rainfall. Winter mornings can be foggy, which may affect travel plans.
Questions, answered
What is Roorkee famous for?
Roorkee is famous for the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, established in 1847 as the Thomason College of Civil Engineering, and for the Upper Ganges Canal, a major British-era irrigation project.
How do I get to Roorkee from New Delhi?
You can take a train from New Delhi to Roorkee, which takes around 4 to 5 hours, or drive via NH 334, a distance of about 180 km.
What are the main areas to stay in Roorkee?
Civil Lines, Ramnagar, B.T. Ganj and the Ganga Canal area are popular for hotels and guesthouses, offering convenient access to the railway station and IIT campus.
Is Roorkee a good base for visiting Haridwar and Rishikesh?
Yes, Roorkee is about 30 km from Haridwar and 60 km from Rishikesh, making it a convenient base for exploring these spiritual towns.
What is the climate like in Roorkee?
Roorkee has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers, a monsoon season from July to September, and mild winters from October to March.