Places to visit in holy city haridwar

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Places to visit in Holy city Haridwar

Propitiously located at the point where the Ganges emerges from the Himalaya, Haridwar is

Uttarakhand’s holiest Hindu city. Haridwar translates to ‘Gateway to God’. Know about places to visit

in Holy city Haridwar. Lush green forests, clear water of river Ganges and background of mountains

beautify this city. In the evening, ghats look beautiful as hundreds of diyas and floating marigold

flowers light up the river Ganges.


Har ki Pauri

A visit to Haridwar without witnessing the evening aarti and taking a dip in the holy river Ganga

at Har ki Pauri is worthlsess. Har ki Pauri literally means ‘Lord’s Footsteps’. There is a large

footprint on a stone wall said to be of Lord Vishnu. Har ki Pauri hosts the highly sacred religious

fair of Kumbh Mela and Ardh Kumbh Mela where crores of devotees and pilgrims as well as

tourists flock to the place to become a part of this surreal spectacle and to seek spiritual peace.

Vishnu Ghat


One of the most visited and sacred Ghats in Haridwar, Vishnu Ghat is named after the Hindu

deity Lord Vishnu. It is believed that Lord Vishnu took bath at this spot and the water is said to

relieve all sins.

Mansa Devi Temple

Located at the top of Bilwa Parwat in the Shivalik range of Himalayas, Mansa Devi translates to

‘Goddess who fulfills desires’. Devotees flock to this temple to make a wish by tying a thread to

the branches of a tree situated in the premises of the temple. It is one of the most famous

temples in Hardiwar because of the cable cars, which offer a picturesque view of the entire city.


Chandi Devi Temple

Situated at the top of Neel Parvat on the eastern banks of river Ganga this temple is dedicated

to Goddess Chandi (a form of goddess Durga). It is one of the most ancient temples of India and

attracts thousands of devotees during Navratras and Kumbh Mela.

Shanti Kunj

Situated at the bank of the holy Ganges and between the Shivalik ranges of the Himalayas,

Shanti Kunj is the headquarters of famous spiritual and social organization ‘All World Gayatri

Pariwar(AWGP)’. It is a place of attraction for tourists as well as seekers of spiritual guidance.

The ashram is also known to organize various spiritual training programs.


Pawan Dham

One of the most visited pilgrimage sites in Haridwar, Pawan Dham is known for its unique

temple architecture and craftsmanship. The temple is also famous for the elaborately adorned

idols and unique & well-crafted mirror and glasswork.

Maya Devi Temple


Dating to the 11th century, this temple is said to be the place where the heart and navel of

Goddess Sati had fallen. The ancient temple of Maya Devi is considered one of the Siddhapithas

and is one of few ancient temples still standing after Haridwar was plundered by The Central

Asian conqueror Timur Lang.

Sapt Rishi Ashram

The word ‘Sapt’ meaning ‘seven’, Sapt Rishi Ashram is a picturesque place where seven great

sages or Saptrishis namely Kashyapa, Vashishtha, Atri, Vishwamitra, Jamadagni, Bharadwaj and

Gautama are said to have meditated. The Ganges split herself into seven currents at this place

so that the Rishis would not be disturbed by the flow. The splendor of the Sapta Sarovar is one

of the top Haridwar sightseeing spots.


Bharat Mata Mandir

This temple is dedicated to Bharat Mata (Mother India). It was inaugurated by Indira Gandhi on

15 May 1983 near river Ganges. The temple has eight stories (180 feet/55 m). Every floor

depicts a period in the Indian history, from the time of Ramayan until India's freedom.

Vaishno Devi Temple

The Vaishno Devi temple is replica of the very famous temple of Vaishno Devi in Jammu &

Kashmir. The path through caves and tunnels leading to the worship spot and the temple

complex is exactly the same as the original temple.

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