Haridwar is also known as one of the most traveling destination in north India for religious people. It is known as Gateway to God also. In Haridwar there are four major pilgrimages. It is known as center destination for Hindu worshiper.
Kumbh Mela is most famous in Haridwar which is held once in 12 years. In the Mela millions of people come across the world to take a bath in Ganga River. It is situated on the bank of Ganga River.
Haridwar is not an enjoying place like a holiday destination of north India. We can not compare it with Nainital destination, Mussoori destination, Auli destination, Ranikhet destination, Kausani destination, Shimla destination or with Kullu-Manali destination which are most famous in north India as a holiday traveling destination.
Haridwar is the place also the place of herbal medicine and traditional studies along with lots of temples and ashrams. Here people believe that they see Footsteps of God (Har ki Pairi) in Haridwar.
Main attraction of Haridwar is temples. Its most famous temple is Mansa Devi Temple which is just 3.5 kms far way from the city at the top of Bilwa Parvat. You can reach there from opeway trolley or by foot also.
Chandi Devi Temple is second most famous place of Haridwar. It is about 6 kms away from the city which is situated at the top of Neel Parvat. It is also connected with Udan Khatola ropeway trolley and opposite of Har ki Pauri.
Rajaji National Park is also a well known destination for religious people. The park is about 10 kms away from the city. It has large area of 820 sq. You can enjoy here with the thinking of jungle visiting. Your favorite time for here can be 15th November to 15th June.
To reach here Jolly Grant is the nearest domestic airport. Jolly Grant is in Dehradun. Dehradun to Haridwar distance is about 52 kms. It is well connected with train and buses also.
techrazies said,
July 15, 2009 @ 4:16 am
haridwar is the best place for travel