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:: HARIDWAR :: |
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Haridwar
(also known as Hardwar) is a holy city in the state of
Uttarakhand in northern India. Known as the Gateway to the
Gods, Haridwar is considered one of the seven holiest places
according to Hindus, as the devas are said to have left their
footprints there. Here pilgrims float diyas on the Ganges, to
commemorate their deceased ancestors. The city also stands as
a gateway to three other important pilgrimage destinations:
Rishikesh, Badrinath, and Kedarnath. In Haridwar you will see
a great statue of Shiva at the fork of the river. If you are
there for a short visit, it is definitely worth to visit the
temple on top of the mountain, with a wonderful view. |
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Haridwar has very rich ancient religious and cultural
heritage. In the ancient scriptures of India, this place
is well known by the name of Mayapur. This city is also
well known for many other things apart from the holy river
Ganges. Haridwar has privilege of having IIT at Roorkee.
The tomb Piran Kaliar of Shabir Shahib in Roorkee is a
living example of religious harmony in India which is
visited by the people of all religious sects from all over
the world. There is another University in the city called
Gurukul Kangri Vishva Vidyalaya apart from the head
quarter of Uttarakhand State Public Service Commission
also being established at Haridwar. Besides this, Kumbh
fair is organized at the interval of every 12 years in
this city in which about 1 crore pilgrims from all over
the world participate |
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WHAT TO
SEE |
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Chandi Devi ( 6 km)
- The temple of Chandi Devi atop the Neel Parvat on the
other bank of river Ganga was constructed in 1929
A.D. by the king of Kashmir- Suchat Singh . It is a 3 km
trek from Chandighat . Legend has it that the army chief
Chanda-Munda of a local demon King Shumbh- Nishumbha was
killed by goddess Chandi here after which the place got
the name Chandi Devi . It is believed that the main statue
was established by the Adi Shankracharya in 8th century
A.D. One can reach here by Trolley through ropeway or on
foot. Ph. no. of 'Udan Khatola' (Ropeway) is 01334-220324,
Time-8.30 AM to 6 PM. |
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Mansa Devi Temple (3.5 km)
- The temple of Goddess Mansa Devi is situated at the top of
Bilwa Parwat .Here one statue of the Goddess has three mouths
and five arms while the other statue has eight arms. The
beautiful view of the city can be seen from this place. The
temple can be reached by trolley through ropeway or on foot |
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Maya Devi
Temple
- This is an ancient temple of Maya Devi the Adhisthatri
deity of Haridwar, known as one of the Siddhpeethas. Said to
be the place where the heart and navel of goddess Sati had
fallen. |
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Har ki
Paori - This sacred Ghat was constructed by King Vikramaditya in
memory of his brother Bhartrihari. It is believed that
Bhartrihari eventually came to H(1.5 km)aridwar to meditate by the
banks of holy Ganga. When he died, his brother constructed a
Ghat in his name which later came to be known as Hari-Ki-Pari.
This sacred bathing ghat is also known as Brahmakund. The
reflection of golden hues of floral diyas in the river Ganga
is the most enchanting sight in the twilight during the Ganga
Arti ceremony . Attending the Ganga Arti which is performed
here everyday after sunset is an unforgettable experience as
most of the tourists say. |
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Gurukul
Kangri University ( 4 km)
- It is situated on the Haridwar-Jwalapur bypass road . It
is an old institution known for following a unique system of
education in India. The Ved Mandir Museum with archaeological
exhibits in display can also be seen. |
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HOW TO REACH |
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By Air
- Jollygrant at Dehradhun is the nearest airport i.e. 35
Kms from Haridwar. It is well connected to the major cities
like Delhi etc. Regular flights are available by Indian
Airlines and Jet Airways |
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By Rail
- Haridwar is well connected to the major cities of India with
regular and express trains. The major trains are
Ujjain-Haridwar-Dehradun,Bombay-Haridwar-Dehradun,Delhi-Haridwar-Dehradun,
Varanasi to Haridwar to Dehradun,Howrah-Haridwar-Dehradun,
Delhi to Haridwar-Dehradun (Shatabdi Ex.),
Allahabad-Haridwar-Dehradun (Link ex.),
Gorakhpur-Haridwar-Dehradun, Sri Ganganagar-Hardwar. |
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By Road
- Haridwar is well connected to the major cities, it lies
on the National Highway no. 45 and road network is good. The
distances in km from some cities are Delhi-214, Agra-386,
Ambala-168, Badrinath-325, Dehradun-52, Kedarnath-250,
Saharanpur-81, Nainital-386 |
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Haridwar
Reservation Form
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