Haridwar

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Triveni Ghat showing a sunset and religious elements as well as a small group of people
Ram Jhula which includes a suspension bridge or treetop walkway as well as a small group of people
Haridwar as well as a small group of people
Haridwar which includes markets and land animals
Rishikesh as well as an individual male
The “Gateway to God” is an energetic city and pilgrim center blessed with magnificent temples, colorful festivals and striking Himalayan scenery.

Awash with striking temples and mystical bathing ghats, Haridwar draws religious pilgrims and curious travellers. Participate in extravagant festivals, walk through serpentine bazaars and discover breathtaking natural landscapes. Haridwar is one of India’s seven holiest cities. Its name means Gateway to God. The city straddles the sacred Ganges River in the Himalayan foothills.

Haridwar’s heart is Har Ki Pauri, a hectic yet humble bathing ghat where the Ganges Canal and Ganges River meet. Watch pandits (Hindu priests), pilgrims and sadhus (holy men) bathe in the river’s spiritually cleansing water. Arrive at dusk for the entrancing Ganga aarti (river worship ceremony), when the sounds of mantra fill the air and candlelit lamps illuminate the river. Find similar activities at Birla Ghat, Gau Ghat and Vishnu Ghat.

Witness more spiritual devotion at Haridwar’s resplendent temples. Stroll along the canal banks to the 11th-century Maya Devi Temple. Hike with pilgrims to hilltop Mansa Devi Temple and ride a scenic cable car to Chandi Devi Temple. Take an auto-rickshaw to Bharat Mandir, a multilevel temple full of statues of revered deities. Visit the Daksh Prajapati Temple Complex in nearby Kankhal district.

Throughout the year, festivals light up the river and temples. These include March’s flamboyant Holi (Festival of Colours), June’s Ganga Dussehra and November’s Kartik Poornima. The most famous of all is Kumbh Mela, which takes place once every 12 years and welcomes thousands of colourfully dressed sadhus.

Browse the stalls of Bara Bazar and Moti Bazar to purchase religious paraphernalia, handicrafts and ayurveda medicines. Alternatively, enjoy family-friendly fun at Crystal World, an amusement park with roller coasters, swimming pools and waterslides.

Located in Uttarakhand state, Haridwar is easily reachable via trains from major Indian destinations such as AmritsarOpens in a new window, ChennaiOpens in a new window, New DelhiOpens in a new window and VaranasiOpens in a new window. Get around central Haridwar on foot to truly experience the city’s lively atmosphere. Otherwise, use affordable auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws. Many people visit Haridwar before travelling to RishikeshOpens in a new window. Take the opportunity to join a wildlife safari in Rajaji National Park.

Where to stay in Haridwar

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Ram Ghat

4/5(2 area reviews)

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Ram Ghat. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Har Ki Pauri and Daksh Prajapati Temple are a few top places to visit.

Ram Ghat
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Birla Ghat

Birla Ghat is noteworthy for its river views, and you can plan an outing to Har Ki Pauri and Shantikunj while you're in town.

Birla Ghat
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BHEL Township

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

BHEL Township is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Daksh Prajapati Temple and Mansa Devi Temple if you have time to explore the area.

BHEL Township
Pilibhit House, Haridwar - IHCL SeleQtions
Pilibhit House, Haridwar - IHCL SeleQtions
5 out of 5
38/1, Sharvan Nath Nagar,, Niranjani Akhara Road, Haridwar, Uttarakhand 
The price is S$598 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
S$598
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Haridwar. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
"Once you enter the property it’s an oasis of tranquility and beauty and the staff do everything to meet your needs. Facilities are excellent."

Reviewed on 28 Oct,2024

Pilibhit House, Haridwar - IHCL SeleQtions
Fortune Park Haridwar - Member ITC Hotel Group
Fortune Park Haridwar - Member ITC Hotel Group
4 out of 5
Plot No. 296/2 NH-58 Bahadrabad, Haridwar, Uttarakhand
The price is S$83 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
S$83
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Haridwar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Crystal World and Daksh ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (69 reviews)
"The rooms are good. The toilets are well made. Breakfast is also good."

Reviewed on 17 Sep,2024

Fortune Park Haridwar - Member ITC Hotel Group
Hyatt Place Haridwar
Hyatt Place Haridwar
2 out of 5
NH-58 Near Toll Plaza, Bahadrabad, Haridwar, Uttarakhand
The price is S$94 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
S$94
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Haridwar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Crystal World and Piran Kaliyar Sharif ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Great staff and service"

Reviewed on 14 Nov,2024

Hyatt Place Haridwar
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rosewood Apartment Hotel
Rosewood Apartment Hotel
4 out of 5
GH-1 & 2 Haridwar Greens, Haridwar, BHEL Township, Haridwar, Uttarakhand
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Haridwar. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Crystal World is located ...
7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)
Definitely not 4 star
"Definitely not a 4 star. Poor service. Poor management and staff. Cleanliness terrible. Would not stay here again."

Reviewed on 6 Jun,2022

Rosewood Apartment Hotel
The Ridge House By Himalayan Eco Lodges
The Ridge House By Himalayan Eco Lodges
3 out of 5
The Ridge House, Kanda Village, Near Nursing College, New Tehri, Tehri, Uttarakhand
Stay at this 3-star villa in Tehri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Kaudia Forest and Surkanda Devi Temple are located ...
The Ridge House By Himalayan Eco Lodges
Lamrin Boutique Cottages Rishikesh
Lamrin Boutique Cottages Rishikesh
4 out of 5
Cottage No. C-7,Ganga Vatika,2,, Muni Ki Reti, Narendranagar, Uttarakhand
Stay at this 4-star cottage in Narendranagar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Parmarth Niketan and Ram Jhula are ...
Lamrin Boutique Cottages Rishikesh
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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