Haridwar a Harmonious Journey of Religion, Nature, and Calmness

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Haridwar a Harmonious Journey of Religion, Nature, and Calmness Haridwar literally spells out 'Door of the Lord' is one of the few places among the Indians that have high admiration and religious value for their history. Ganga the holiest river in Hindu tradition sets its foot in plains from this area marking its territory across the northern parts, to central and then entering the sea at the east side at Kolkata. Also, Haridwar is one of the places where one of the largest human fest i.e, Kumbh Mela is organized every 12 years along with Ujjain, Nashik, and Prayagraj further highlighting its importance among the Hindu religion. There are many temples, adjoining places and mountains that are must be included in your ​Haridwar packages for a thorough experience of this spiritual land.


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Har Ki Pauri is surely one of the first stops with most religious ghat for the holy river Ganga. Evening prayer at this place is full of ancient hymns and thousands of devotees standing with their enlighten diyas offering their prayer to the river goddess.

Chandi Devi ​has goddess Chandi atop the 'Neel parvat' on the eastern side of the river Ganga with legend saying that local demon kings Shumbha and Nishumbha were killed by goddess Chandi. The main statue was put by the Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th Century A.D.

Mansa Devi ​Temple is another highly regarded place with location completely opposite side to the Chandi Devi temple. The local saying has it that those devotees give their offering to the goddess gets their wishes fulfilled.

Maya devi ​Temple is one of the shakti peeth with history saying that the place where heart

and navel of the Goddess Sati had fallen. Daksheswara temple in nearby Kankhal is a tribute to King Daksh being one of the important historical figures in Indian mythology. There are also lesser known and hidden place in Haridwar which you can add in your travel itineraries to further add more enjoyment during your vacations.

At the Amazing Uttarakhand, we have the most sought Haridwar tour packages full of complete features and luxuries to make your stay comfortable in this religious goes with a memorable experience. For longer planning, we have also special Kashi Haridwar tour packages​ which cover most of the religious and main attraction of all nearby locations that one can pre plan as per their choices.


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