Haridwar
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to the original seekers of Nirvana, who come here to purify their soul,
Haridwar translated means the 'Gateway to the Gods'. This is a major
pilgrimage destination for Hindus, who visit its numerous temples and
ghats, seeking solace. Every evening, the Ganga aarti at Har-Ki-Pauri
attracts hundreds of devotees, who stand entranced at the sight of tiny
floral diyas flickering down the river and the radiance of the lamps
being swung in ritualistic motions by the priests.
For others, Haridwar is the gateway to adventurous revelations, leading
the way to white water rafting camps at Shivpuri and unimaginable treks
in the Himalayas.
You'll find the ghats and the temples nearby full of life all through
the day. The markets are flooded with halwaiis selling the delicious
combination of doodh and jalebi and an outrageously thick version of
rabri.
Accommodation at Haridwar:
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Weather and Best Time to Visit:
Nestling in the foothills of the Himalayas, Rishikesh has a moderate climate for most part of the year. In the peak summer months though, temperatures do go beyond 40° C. Winters are pleasant, and occasionally nights can get chilly.
Prime
Attractions at Haridwar
Access to Haridwar
Air:
The nearest airport is the Jolly Grant in Dehradun, but it is preferable
to use the roads or rail to Delhi and then take flights to the
destination of ones choice.
Road: The National Highway No. 45 crosses the city of Haridwar,
so it is connected to other cities of the state as well as those in the
other states too. The excellent road network links Haridwar with Delhi
for a smooth and comfortable travel journey.
Rail:
The major pilgrimage center of Haridwar is well connected by trains to
almost all the major cities in India. In fact, trains are the major
source of the tourist inflow to Haridwar.
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