Immerse yourself in the spiritual ambiance by choosing Haridwar as your next holiday destination, heavenly path to home of God and Goddess. Haridwar is one of the most famous pilgrimage destination in north India that holds the great historical significance. A trip to Haridwar gives you the chance to visit the ancient temples panoplied on the holy Ganga Ghats, Khumbh Mela and and ashrams replete with numerous Yoga and Mediation centers. In many ways Haridwar represents the very best and worst aspects of India, and sometimes it can be a little irresistible. However, the view of pilgrims doing their worship on the ghats (Har-Ki-Pauri) at the sunrise is probably one of the most delightful sights in the world.
We recommend you to visit the city between October to March, as the city can be scorchingly hot during the summer months.
Attractions of Haridwar :
Mansa Devi : Mansa devi is one of the most popular and sacred places in Haridwar. As the temple is located on the Bilwa Parvat, it is easily accessible by rope way or one needs to trek up to the top to reach the temple. The top of the hill provides you one of the most exhilarating views of the city of Haridwar.
Chandi Devi : The temple of Chandi Devi is built atop the Neel Parvat that is located on the other side of River Ganga. It was built by the King of Kashmir, Suchat Singh in the year 1929 AD.
Har Ki Pauri : Har Ki Pauri is one of the most sacred ghats in India. Its significance lies next to the holy Varanasi Ghats. It is also popular as the Brahmakund Ghat. Everyday in the evening a Maha Arti is performed on this ghat.
Sapt Rishi : Sapt Rishi is the name given to the place where Ganga divides itself into seven small streams.
Maya Devi : Maya Devi is one of the Shaktipeeths in India. According to the legends, when Lord Shiva was carrying his wife Sati, who had burnt herself to prove her purity to her husband, then the heart and naval of Sati had fallen at this place.
Among the other attractions of Haridwar comes the Daksha Mahadev Temple, Gurukul Kangri University, Neel Dhara Pakshi Vihar and Beauty Point, which are worth a visit. Haridwar also provides the gateway to the Chardham Yatra – Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. Apart from that Rishikesh, Mussoorie and Dehradun are easily accessible from Haridwar.
Aparana Chauhan
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