Top 8 Places To Visit In Haridwar

Considered as one of the 7 holiest places in India, Haridwar is a major pilgrim spot located in the state of Uttarakhand. The origins of the city dates back to the ancient Hindu texts. It is one of the 7 places where drops of the elixir of life that erupted from the Samundra Manthan or the Churning of the Seas by the Devas and the Asuras leading to its creation. The city came under the reign of the ancient dynasties like the Mauryas and the Kushana and is mentioned in the texts of the Chinese traveler Hieun Tsang. The city is located 314 meters above sea level and is a popular tourist destination. Here’s a list of thebest places to visit in Haridwar, The Gateway to the Gods.

1. Har Ki Pauri

One of the most revered places in Haridwar, Har ki Pauri literally means the Lord’s Footsteps. The most famous land mark at the Ghats is the footprint of Lord Vishnu himself. The foot print is said to be at the precise location where the River Ganges enters plains from the mountains. The area is famous for being the location of the Kumbha Mela and the Ardha Kumbha Mela.

2. Chandi Devi Temple

The temple is dedicated to Chandi Devi, a form of the Hindu deity Durga. The Chandi Devi Temple is one of the most ancient temples in India and attracts thousands of pilgrims during the festivals of Navratra and the Kumbha Mela. The temple was founded by the ancient Hindu Philosopher Adi Shankaracharya who lived during 700 – 820 AD.

3. Shanti Kunj

Shanti Kunj is known to be the headquarters of the All India Gayatri Pariwar and was founded in 1971 for the moral and spiritual regeneration in the Indian culture. The spot is one of the most visited by thousands of tourists who come here for spiritual guidance. The ashram is known to organize various spiritual training programs.

4. Maya Devi Temple

The temple is dedicated to Maya Devi an incarnation of Shakti and dates back to the 11th century AD. After Haridwar was plundered by The Central Asian conqueror Timur Lang this temple was one of the 4 ancient temples that were still intact. It is also the place where the heart and navel of the Goddess Sati fell after she immolated herself and is known as the Shakti Peetha.

NATURAL BEAUTY OF DEHRADUN

Dehradun is a sprawling city with its speckled picturesque places, vedent landscape, temples, picnic spots which enhance its natural beauty. This pictorial place is an ideal hotspot for those who really want to take risks in their life. A wide range of escapades is in offer in this valley. With the enormous places for Paragliding, Skiing, Angling and River Rafting.

A tour in Dehradun provides one with the unforgtable charisma of impeccable sceneries that would stay with one for a long. It is quite sure that the gushing streams, deep ravines, lustrous valleys and most of all the lofty contoured mountain ranges of this hill way resort would unwittingly holds one’s breath.

Apart for its city xcursion Doon also has some famous tourist spots like :

Mussoorie: It is known as one of the famous hill stations in india, it is located over Himalayas Hills , it has lots of luxury tourist accomodtion and resorts.

Sahastradhara: The word sahastradhara means thousands of springs that comes together. It has the water of sulphur spring which is a cure for skin diseases.

Forest Research Institute (FRI): It is one of the oldest institute that was developed for the research work in forestry not only in India but all around the world.

Malsi Deer Park: It is located at the foothills of Shivalik range. It’s a fascinating picnic spot especially liked by children due to its animal zoo and exciting swings in a park.

Robber’s Cave: An exotic picnic spot with a natural cave and a stream of river flowing under you.

Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple: The ancient and famous temple of lord Shiva visited by thousands of devotees all year around.

Lachhiwala: It is a famous picnic spot with a freshwater pool to have bath, a park with all sorts of swings here.

Buddha Temple: It is situated in Clement Town famous for its beautiful design and interiors which depicts the ancient architecture of Tibet.

Sai Mandir: It is situated at Rajpur Road.

Shiv Mandir: It is situated along the way to Mussoorie.

Rajaji National Park: It is located in Shivalik ranges, possess 23 species of mammals, this place is a must visit for nature lover.

Santaura Devi Temple: It is situated in Santaura Garh, this temple is among the devotee.

Fun ‘n’ Food Kingdom: It is located in Prem Nagar. It has outstanding water games.

Tapovan: It is nestled in dazzling landscape, is extremely popular amongst devotees and picnickers.

Chandrabani: It is located in Mohabbewala, famous for Chandrabani Temple and a Kund.

The Fun Valley: An amusement park having such features like lazy rivers, multiple water slides, kids pool and water disco.

Guru Ram Rai Ji Darbar: It is famous for its wall paintings at the Darbar Sahib, the seat of Guru Ram Rai Ji.