Haridwar

Haridwar is the gateway to the holy abode of Lord Vishnu (Hari). Located in Uttar Pradesh, this pious city is known for Kumbh Mela and the arrival of Kanwariyas in the month of monsoon. Being one of the most sacred places in India, it sees crystal clear nectar of river Ganga, who wards off all the evils of human. On the famous “Har Ki Pauri”, you will find numerous devotees taking bath in the holy Ganga water. On this Pauri lies “Brahma Kund”, where it says that Amrit carried by Garuda after Samundra Manthan fell a bit. That’s the reason; why dipping at Brahma Kund is considered as an important part of Hinduism.

In fact, Haridwar is considered as the opening to various religious places located in this side. This beautiful city is echoed by the aarti of Ganga Ji, either on the banks of Ganga or through the music shops present near the Har Ki Pauri. The most important thing to see as Har Ki Pauri is the aarti of Ganga Ji in the morning and evening. At this moment, the silver statute of Goddess Ganga is brought out on the banks to perform the puja. After the puja gets complete, the silver idol is taken back. Then,the Pundits give aarti to every individual present there.

The market near Har Ki Pauri is full of shops where you can get everything. From clothes to bangles, purses, accessories, music CD and various other decorative pieces and the stuff for puja, the markets has everything of your need. Apart from this, the market at Har Ki Pauri also takes you at the journey of Mansa Devi temple through ropeway trolley. Another attraction to check out is Chandi Devi temple and various other important temples located line wise near Har Ki Pauri. In order to make you see those temples, the autowalas take several people in one auto on a tour to them all.

Staying in Chardham Tours - Haridwar is not a problem at all. It is because the visitors will get a lot of luxury hotels and guest houses as per their budget near Har Ki Pauri. Apart from this, there are various kinds of dharamshalas that offer a comfortable stay to the people looking for budgeted holiday.

Basic Information:
Area: 12,302 sq km
Population: 14,44,213 (2001)
Languages Spoken: Hindi and English

Reaching Haridwar
By Air: Nearest Airport is Jolly Grant in Dehradun
By Rail: Haridwar Junction Railway Station
By Road: National Highway 58, between Delhi and Mana Pass connecting Ghaziabad, Meerut, Muzzafar Nagar, Roorkee and National Highway 74 connecting Haridwar with Kashipur, Kichha, Nagina, Pilibhit and Bareilly.