Haridwar is considered to be the holy city for Hindus and considered as a gateway to God, according to Hindu mythology. It is located on the banks of sacred river Ganga. Haridwar attracts the people in large number, which are pilgrims from all over the world. Haridwar is the main section of Hindu religion. There are many festivals, which are conducted in Haridwar such as Kumbh Mela, which is considered to be the main festival in Haridwar and attract mass number of people.
There are many other festivals, which are celebrated in haridwar on the banks of river Ganga:
- Baisakhi
- Kawar Mela
- Somwati Amavasya
- Kartik Purnima
How to reach Haridwar
Haridwar is 200 km away from the national capital city of India. It is very well connected with roadways, airways and roadways throughout India.
By AirThe nearest airport is in dehradun which is 20-25 km away from Haridwar.There is daily service from Delhi to Dehradun.
By TrainThere are many trains, which ply from various cities and towns for Haridwar. There are express trains and deluxe trains, which also provide special services to passengers, such as catering facilities etc. The railway station of haridwar is located in south side of town, from where the holy place is just 2km away, where people take bath on the banks of river Ganga and visit different temples.
By RoadThere is regular bus service from national capital city of India and all other important cities and towns of northern, western and central India. There are some buses which provides overnight journeys.
Get Around
According to Hindu mythology, Haridwar need to be covered with bare feet. but for other tourist and old people,cycle rickshaws and autos are also available provide them with comfortable journey to their holy places.
Tourist Spots
- Hari-ki-Pairi
- Mansa Devi Mandir
- Bharat Mata Mandir
- Chandidevi Mandir
- Daksh mandir
- Rishikesh
Hotels to Stay
- Hotel Ganga Azure
- Shri Ram Sharnam Ashram
- Bhaj-Govindam
- Teerth
- Haveli Hari Ganga
- County Inn & Suites
- Alpana Haridwar
- Ginger Haridwar
