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Dehradun can be found in India's Uttarakhand state. The capital of the state, Dehradun is home to over 1,000,000 people. The city, which is 1,400 m above sea level in the Himalayan Foothills, is surrounded by mountains from all sides. Dehradun has a history that dates back to the 8th Century, when it is first mentioned in the Hindu epic Mahabharata. After being annexed by India in 1947, it was ruled by several dynasties such as the British and Mughals. Dehradun has been an important educational and industrial hub since then. There are many institutes like the Indian Military Academy, and the Forest Research Institute. A number of natural attractions and hill stations are close to the city, making it a popular tourist attraction.
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