It is located at the banks of Holy River Ganga in Uttarakhand it is one of the holiest places for followers of Hindu religion. The city offers rich Indian culture and traditions. It is a paradise for nature, adventure and wild life enthusiasts. Haridwar is also known as a point of entry to the four main pilgrimage places i.e, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. The evening Arti is a must watch ceremony at the Ganga Ghat when the river turns golden with the reflection of Diyas in the river. Accommodations are available to stay in Haridwar ranging from High end hotels to budget stays.
The Haridwar Junction Railway Station is well-connected to Delhi (4 to 5 hours).
The Jolly Grant Airport of Dehradun is around 20 kilometers away from Haridwar. It is well-connected to the Delhi International airport.
Taxi Cabs and private vehicle is the best way to reach Haridwar in the shortest possible time. Haridwar’s bus station is just stone’s throw away from the train station. There are regular bus services from Delhi to Haridwar (4 hours).
A temple dedicated to Bharat Mata, Bharat Mata Mandir is an 8 storied temple built in the memory of patriotic nationals who fought against the British supremacy before 1947. The Bharat Mata Temple is a religious shrine built by Swami Satyamitranand Giri. The temple was inaugurated by Late Prime Minister, Smt. Indira Gandhi, in the year 1983. Each floor of the temple houses various legends, mythologies and deities.
At the banks of Ganga Ghat it is a spot for wildlife enthusiast and nature lovers. The sanctuary is spread across 249 square kilometers. It houses a variety of flora and fauna
It is a site for Famous Kumbh Mela, millions of devotees come to Haridwar for a dip in Holy River Ganges. It is a top tourist destination and the evening Aarti is a must see as it offers a view of glittering golden view of the lamps floating on the river.
If you wish to shop for religious items and local made crafts it is a place to visit for precious stones, sacred items, idols and images of deities.