Tourist places in Haridwar City India

 Tourist places in Haridwar City India

Haridwar Tours is treasure trove of religious and cultural activities. It is located in the river bank of the most pious and holy river Ganga. Due to its geographical location it is termed as the gate way to the other prime pilgrimage destinations like Badrinath, Kedarnath and Rishikesh of Uttarakhand. The divine atmosphere and spiritual existence attract national and international tourists to get moksha and meditation. Once in twelve years it hosts Kumbha Mela. It is one of the largest and oldest festivals held in Haridwar. Hindus believe that in this auspicious occasion waters of Ganga turn into necter. People around the globe gather here for a holy dip in the divine water of Ganga. They are even having a believe that one holy deep will eliminate evil deeds and past sins.

             Haridwar is the combination of two words namely Hari and Dwar.The meaning is the doors of Hari. Hari is the incarnation of Lord Vishnu, the care taker of the world. The significance of this place has a history, which describe that when fight took place between Gods and demons then nectar came out from the river of Ganga. Haridwar is that place which carries this long back history and organizes Kumbha Mela.

            Haridwar district is located in the southwestern part of Uttarakhand state of India. It is in the mid of Shivalik Hills and Ganga River. This city witnesses both summer and winter season. March to October month is suitable to visit Haridwar. Connectivity is not a great deal as it is the biggest religious destination well connected with air, railways and luxurious buses.

            It has many heritage and luxurious hotels which are well decorated with customized king side beds, cozy bed rooms, laundry facilities, cable television, tea/coffee maker, fridge, H/C running water, front desk, doctor on call, gym, room service, internet, restaurant and coffee shop, currency exchange and car rentals.

            Here The Lists of Some Popular Places at Haridwar:-

• Hari Ki Paudi: - It is the most attractive place of Haridwar carries its devotee from each nook and corner. It is basically a bathing Ghat. Hari ki Paudi means the foot steps of Lord Vishnu. It is believed that Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu once visited the venue and served in the yagna by Lord Brahma.

• Mansa Devi Temple:- It is believed that Haridwar visit will be a futile journey If one is not visit Mansa Devi Temple.Mansa Devi is the incarnation of Goddess Durga. The temple is situated in the top of Bilwa Mountain.

• Pawan Dham Temple:-It is just 2km away from Haridwar.It is endowed with rich ornamental glassworks on its walls. The bejeweled idols also make this place worth visiting one.

• Maya Devi Temple:-It is dedicated to Maya Devi, an incarnation of Shakti (Power). It is one of the major Shaktipeeth. This place became the recipient of the heart and navel of Sati (Wife OF Lord Shiva).

• Vaishno Devi Temple:- This one of those temples which do not have any ancient lineage. The designs and decors are the replica of Kashmiri arts.

• Bharat Mata Temple:-It is an antique and the most beautiful temple of Haridwar. It has an exceptional feature of introducing the spiritual leaders and freedom fighters. Who were associated with the country other than Gods and Goddess.

• Chandi Devi Temple:- It was built under Suchat Singh, the King of Kashmir. It is located near Neel Mountain and enshrines the idol of Chanda Devi, The Goddess who killed the demons brothers Sumbha - Nisumbha. The idol was enshrined in the hands of Adi Sankaracharya in 8^th century.

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