Haridwar

Harki Pauri

King Vikramaditya constructed this sacred Ghat in memory of his brother Bhatrihari who it is believed had come to Haridwar to meditate on the banks of the Ganga. This ghat later came to be known as Har-Ki-Pauri ( The ghat is regarded the most sacred and auspicious point to bathe in the Ganga during the 12 year Kumbh and the 6 year Ardh Kumbh.

Mansa Devi Temple:

The temple of Goddess Mansa Devi is situated at the top of Bilwa Parvat. The rope-way with its brightly colored cable cars take devotees to the old hilltop of Mansa Devi.

Chandi Devi Temple:

The Chandi Devi temple at the top of Neel Parvat on river Gang's banks was built in1929 A.D. by the King of Kashmir-Suchat Singh. A three kilometers trek from Chandighat, it is believed that the main statue was established by the Adi Shankaracharya in 8th century AD. It is at a distance of six kilometers on Neel Parvat on the other bank of River Ganga.

Bharat Mata Temple:

Haridwar Bharat Mata Temple Sited in Sapt Sarovar near ashram at Haridwar, Bharat Mata Temple is a holy place of its own kind. Bharat Mata Mandir was founded by Swami Satyamitranand Giri. On 15th May 1983, the temple was instated by Late Prime Minister, Smt. Indira Gandhi. The temple is also unique in the sense that it is built in 8 stories, each of which represents a specific theme and is devoted to various legends and deities of India. The eight-storey temple rises up to a height of 180 ft.

Bhimgoda Kund :,

Haridwar Bhimgoda Kund enlightens the travelers on the rich religious heritage and mythological legacy of the bygone best time. Legend has it that while the Pandavas were here, Bhim with one blow of his horse's hoof drew water from the rocks at this spot.

Bara Bazaar :

Haridwar Bara Bazaar on the north-side of the canal, between Har Ki Pauri and the Upper Road, is multi-colored Bara Bazaar. Along with the spiritual paraphernalia or prasaad (foodstuff offered to the gods, photos of the deities, religious pamphlets etc) are scores of tiny stalls crammed along both sides of bazaar selling an variety of goods including brassware, shawls, wooden whistles, glass bangles, bamboo canes and can baskets.

Chila Wildlife Sanctuary :

Haridwar Chila Wildlife Sanctuary, part of Rajaji National Park, covers an area of approximately 240 sq. km. which attracts wildlife lovers with its perfect scenic beauty and rich biodiversity. It has 23 species of mammals and 315 fauna species. One may watch a herd of elephants roaming majestically in the jungle or may find oneself excited by a wildlife of many kinds including tigers, wild boar, ghural, langur, sloth bear, leopard, jungle cat, samber, cobra, Himalayan yellow throated marten, barking dear, cheetal, king woodpecker, etc.

Daksha Mahadev Temple :

Haridwar Daksh Mahadev temple is situated at a distance of 6 km from Haridwar. The very old temple of Daksh Mahadev is positioned in the south of Kankhal town. This temple was constructed by Queen Dhankaur in 1810 AD. Kankhal has several temples and ashrams. Most important temple of Haridwar.

Shantikunj :

Haridwar Shantikunj is the headquarters of the spiritual and social organization All World Gayatri Pariwar. Recognized in 1971 at Haridwar, it has emerged over the years as a center of the global movement of Yug Nirman Yojana for moral-spiritual regeneration in the light of hoary Indian heritage. Sited at the bank of holy Ganges and between the Shivalik ranges of the Himalayas, it's also a place of attraction for tourists and seekers of spiritual guidance.