Haridwar conjures up sights & sounds of piety, dhoti clad priests and various rituals on the Ghats of the holy Ganges. It’s beautiful hill top temples, narrow bazaar streets, frenzied ghats and the sheer number of people who come to take a dip in the holy Ganges; all blend together to give Haridwar a frantic but reverent feel.
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Har Ki Pauri Ghat
The belief goes that a dip in the waters of Ganges on Har Ki Pauri washes away all your sins! So when in Haridwar take a dip in here, watch the mesmerizing evening Ganga Aarti(River worship) and soak in its emanating spirituality.
Mansa Devi Temple & Chandi Devi Temple
Mansa Devi, the wish fulfilling goddess, resides on a hilltop accessible by a steep climb or a cable car. You may combine this visit with another cable car up Neel Hill to Chandi Devi Temple, around 5 kilometer southeast of Haridwar.
Shanti Kunj
Shanti Kunj, a famous Ashram and headquarters of All World Gayatri Pariwar, offers various programs & practices for moral & spiritual growth. Established by Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya in 1971, the Ashram offers abode and guidance to spiritual seekers visiting Haridwar.
Bharat Mata Temple
This multistoried temple is simply one its kinds! Founded by Swami Satyamitranand Giri, Bharat Mata Temple is dedicated to Mother India and her many heroes. The temple complex also houses dispensaries, a Vedic school, a cowshed, an old age home, a library and a residential complex.
Patanjali Yogpeeth, Haridwar
Founded by Swami Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna in 2006, this institution is dedicated to Yoga and ancient Ayurvedic products & practices.
Other Attractions
Fairs and Festivals in Haridwar
Food in Haridwar
This holy city has only vegetarian fare to offer, nonetheless the food is mouthwatering. Aloo Puri and piping hot jalebis & kachoris are simply delicious. Hot frothy milk served in earthenware pots is not to be missed in the winter chill.
Shopping In Haridwar
Be sure to take some holy water of the Ganges with you! Small shops near Har Ki Pauri sell sacred Rudraksha garlands, Ayurvedic products and elaborately carved riverside stones along with other knick knacks.
Best Time to Visit
Haridwar is visited all around the year but the peak season is from February to April and then from July to November.
How to Reach
By Air- Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, around 38kms from Haridwar, is connected to major Indian cities.
By Rail- Haridwar is well-connected with all major Indian cities with an excellent rail network.
By Road- A well-maintained network of roads & highways connects Haridwar to the major cities in the country.
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