Things To Do In Near Haridwar

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At the foothills of Himalayas where the river Ganga exits, lies the ancient city of Haridwar in the Indian state of Uttarakhand .A top most pilgrimage site for the Hindus, it has the largest sacred Ghats and Har Ki Pauri is where the Ganga Aarti is performed by sliding away lighted lamps into the river.

As the city is dotted with temples all over the best is the tour of temples. At Shanti Kunj, is the Haridwar temple tour that starts every day at 8 am wherein one has a comfortable pick up from the hotel itself.

Visiting The God’s Abode Is One Of The Best Things To Do In Near Haridwar

Soaked in holiness and purity the visit to Har-Ki-Pauri is the eternal journey towards spirituality. At Rs.1500 the experience of walking around the ancient alleys, descending on the steps of the large Ghats and witnessing the Ganga Aarti, after the sunset with diyas glowing all over is unforgettable.

Right from Haridwar railway station, the tour of the holy city in air-conditioned car with a English and Hindi speaking tour guide can be undertaken. At Rs.2500, the entire city with its scenic beauty of mountains, landscapes, temples, dharamshalas and gurukul system of education that is followed is covered.

Starting early morning at 7 am is the trip to Dhanaulty Eco Park,where the pristine surroundings and the boating in Tehri Lake will make one realize that it is the one of the Best Things To Do In Near Haridwar. The visit to Surkanda temple on the way back is like taking a bagful of beautiful memories.