Overview
Haridwar is one of the holiest cities in India, located on the banks of the River Ganges. It is located within a distance of 53 kilometres from the capital city of Dehradun. Har-ki-Pauri, also known as Brahm Kund is a holy site and the most visited attraction in the city.
Lakhs of devotees visit this place and take a holy dip in the River Ganges. At the evening tourists witness the beautiful the worship ceremony (Ganga Arti) of the River Ganges. The famous tourist attractions in and around the city are Mansa Devi Temple, Chandi Devi Temple, Vaishno Devi Temple, Rajaji National Park, Daksheswara Mahadev Temple and many more. Kanwar Mela (annual) and Haridwar Kumbh Mela (takes place every 12 years) are famous fairs that attract tourists from all over the world. November to June is a good time to visit this city.
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