Haridwar Tour Service Age Group: Children

      Haridwar

 





 
 

 


Introduction Haridwar
or 'the Gateway to the Gods' is one of the seven holiest places
according to Hindu mythology. Ganga the holy river of the Hindus
enters the plains from here. Haridwar's scenic beauty is a blend of
height and plains the air echoes the sounds of chanting mantras. The
city abounds in temples of Hindu Gods and Goddesses. Haridwar has a lot
of spiritual retreats or Ashrams carrying on the lineage of providing
the way to body soul perfection via various yoga and meditative
techniques. Sightseeing at Haridwar - Har Ki Pauri : Har
Ki Pauri is one of the most sacred bathing ghats at Haridwar. The best
time to visit this spot is at sunset when you can see the 'Aarti' of
Ganga being performed.



 

 

Chandi Devi : Across
the main Ganga river on the other bank is the Neel Parvat. The famous
Chandi Devi Temple is situated atop it. One has to trek at least 3 Kms.
on the hill to reach it. Other temples in close vicinity on the hill
itself are the temples of Gauri Shankar Neeleshwar Mahadev and Anjani
Devi. Bhimgada Tank : On
the way to Rishikesh this tank is said to have been made by Bhim with
the blow of his knee when the Pandavas were going to the Himalayas
through Haridwar. Sapt Rishi Ashram and Sapt Sarovar : Legends
abound in India. Here it is said Ganga splits herself in seven
currents so that the Sapt (seven) Rishis worshipping there would not be
disturbed. Canal Centenary Bridge : Located near Har-ki-Pauri this bridge commands a beautiful view of the canal and all the ghats. Other Attractions are - Kavand
Mela Daksha Mahadev Temple Maya Devi and Shantikunj Ashram. Dehradun
is at a distance of two hour drive. Rishikesh is just 24 Kms from
Haridwar. Best Season To Visit : Temperature
usually hovers around 40C during summers. Winters see the mercury
dipping to as low as 6C. October to March is very pleasant season for
the tourists.
 

 
 
 
 

 

Reaching Haridwar Haridwar is located in the north Indian state of Uttaranchal at a distance of 214 kms from Delhi. Air : The
nearest airport is the Jolly Grant in Dehradun but it is preferable to
take a flight to Delhi and then take a bus or train route to Haridwar. Rail : The
major pilgrimage center of Haridwar is well connected by trains to
almost all the major cities in India. In fact trains are the major
source of the tourist inflow to Haridwar. Road : The
National Highway no. 45 crosses the city of Haridwar so it is
connected to other cities of the state as well as those in the other
states too. The excellent road network links Haridwar with Delhi for a
smooth and comfortable travel journey.