Haridwar

Just 6 km away from the city of Haridwar, this temple is situated atop a mountain on the bank of river Ganga. Neel Parvat (Blue Mountain) as the mountain is called, is just a 3 km trek from Chandighat. In the Hindu mythology, Goddess Chandi symbolizes power. The temple is dedicated to the Goddess who it is believed killed a demon. Although you can climb the hill, there is also a ropeway for the not so strong visitors.

Har Ki Pauri ghat is the prime tourist attraction of Haridwar. This wonderful riverside bank was constructed by King Vikramaditya in memory of his brother Bhartrihari. It is said that all the sins that a mortal commits are washed out by bathing at this river-bank. In the evening just when the Sun is about to go down below the horizon, priests perform the religious rite on the bank of the river. This is extremely scenic and people join in the devotional song. After the ritual is over, small candles are floated on the river. The place looks enchanting. The atmosphere is very peaceful and you will surely love it.

To be found at a distance of just about 5 km from Har ki Pauri, it is the most famous ashram of Haridwar. According to Hindu myths, the 7 great sages or Sapt-Rishi used to meditate here. It is also said that here the River Ganges split herself into 7 streams to not to disturb their meditation. For this reason, this place is also famous as the Sapt Sarovar.

A unique and one of the majority visited places, this temple is devoted to Bharat Mata by her devoted patriotic nationals. With a height of 180 ft and 8 stories, it is also a memorial of all the freedom fighters.

It is a ropeway used to reach the Chandi Devi and Mansa Devi Shrines. It offers a quicker and easier approach to visit the temples and a picturesque sight of River Ganges and Haridwar.

This Bird Sanctuary is located on the major Ganges river (or Neel Dhara) at the Bhimgoda Barrage. Situated at a distance of 3.5 km from Haridwar, it is a paradise for bird watchers and home to numerous migratory birds during the winter season.

Shantikunj is an internationally renowned ashram and the headquarters of All World Gayatri Pariwar (AWGP) in Haridwar. An educational institution for social and spiritual awakening, this pilgrimage center has shown the right path and given many people lasting happiness. The best place to provide more education based on sacred spiritual principles, its aim is to revive the Rishi tradition.

Patanjali Yogpeeth is a Yoga and Ayurvedic health and research center located in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. It is also known as one of the largest yoga schools in India and the world. The school is named after Rishi Patanjali, who is credited as the inventor of yoga, and is the flagship of Baba Ramdev. If one is interested in Ayurveda and Yoga, this is one of the best places to visit in Haridwar.

Pawan Dham, an ancient temple in Haridwar, Bhagirathi Nagar, Bhupatwala, is a non-profit organization and a revered place among Hindu pilgrims. It is managed and maintained by the Geeta Bhawan Trust Society of Moga. Pawan Dham Temple boasts of intricate architecture, glass domes and shrines adorned with precious metals and stones. The centerpiece of the temple is a beautiful idol of Lord Krishna preaching the Bhagavad Geeta to Arjun.

The Daksha Mahadev temple is known for worshiping Lord Shiva and millions of devotees throng the temple every year. Traffic increases during the month of Sawan. Apart from the Yajna Kund, there is another section in one side of the temple where a Shiv Linga is installed. The walls of the Daksheswara Mahadev temple depict various events and stories of King Daksha yajna and the entire history of the temple. There is also an old tree in the church, which is years old.