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Haridwar is an ancient city and important Hindu pilgrimage site in North India’s Uttarakhand state, where the River Ganges exits the Himalayan foothills. The largest of several sacred ghats (bathing steps), Har Ki Pauri hosts a nightly Ganga Aarti (river-worshipping ceremony) in which tiny flickering lamps are floated off the steps. Worshipers fill the city during major festivals including the annual Kanwar Mela.
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Duration: 3 days
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Private & Custom Tours >> Private Sightseeing Tours
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Haridwar is an ancient city and important Hindu pilgrimage site in North India’s Uttarakhand state, where the River Ganges exits the Himalayan foothills. The largest of several sacred ghats (bathing steps), Har Ki Pauri hosts a nightly Ganga Aarti (river-worshipping ceremony) in which tiny flickering lamps are floated off the steps. Worshipers fill the city during major festivals including the annual Kanwar Mela.
Stop At: Ganga Aarti at Haridwar, Har Ki Pauri, Near City Control Room, Haridwar 249401 India
Early Morning you will be received from your Hotel or Airport and there will be drive to Haridwar. On arrival check in at the Hotel. Situated at the foot hills of the Himalayas, the city is a doorway to the land of holy shrines and pilgrimages, prayer and devotion. Haridwar in Hindi literally means “Gateway to the Lord”. The city also represents the point where the sacred river Ganga enters the plains. Haridwar is the site of the Maha Kumbh Mela, held every 12 years, which is the biggest congregation in the world. Visit Mansa Devi temple. Evening visit Harki Paudi for the sunset Aarti
Night stay in Haridwar.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Lakshman Jhula Bridge, Rishikesh 249137 India
Morning after breakfast visit Rishikesh: At 1360 m. above sea-level, Rishikeh is a peaceful, serene place inhabited by sadhus and mendicants, and visited by tourists and pilgrims alike. People come to Rishikesh to meditate and study yoga, among other things.
The other attraction of Rishikesh is the Laxman Jhoola over the river Ganga, which connects the two sides of the town.
Places Covered: – Ram Jhula, Swarg Ashram, Parmarth Ashram, Geeta Bhawan
Night stay in Haridwar.
