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PLACES
TO VISIT
Hari Ki Pauri
Hari ki pauri ghat was built by King
Vikramaditya to commemorate the descending of Ganga after years of
difficult prayers and fasting done by his ancestor Bhagirathi. Lord
Vishnu is believed to have left his foot prints on a rock at this ghat.
Everyday at twilight the Har ki pauri ghat comes to life with singing
prayers and lit up lamps along the Ganges where people in hundreds and
thousands view this mesmerizing and cleansing ritual. It is believed
that the one who bathes at Har ki pauri gets rid of all sins and
completely cleanses their soul. Floral tributes and lit up diyas
floating on the Ganges is the most enchanting sight one gets at this
ghat.
Chandi Devi
Standing atop the Neel Parvat, the Chandi
Devi temple was built in 1929 AD by the king of Kashmir Suchat Singh. It
is believed that the main statue of goddess Chandi devi, who killed the
demon brothers Shumbh-Nishumbh, was laid here in the 8th century AD by
Adi Shankracharya. The Chandi Devi temple can now be reached by a
ropeway as well.
Mansa Devi
Situated on the southernmost hill of the
Shivalik ranges is the Durga temple called Mansa Devi. One can reach
this temple either on foot or by a cable car. Perched on Bilwa Parvat,
the temple provides a panoramic view of the Haridwar city with the
Ganges flowing in its middle.
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Hari Ki Pauri |
Chandi Devi |
Mansa Devi |
Sapt Rishi Ashram & Sapt Sarovar
It is at this place that Ganges is believed to have divided itself into
seven small streams to not to disturb the Sapt (seven) Rishis meditating
and worshipping here.
Bharat Mata Mandir
It is one of its kind temples in Haridwar and is dedicated to Mother
India, tracing its history from the times of Ramayana to present day.
This eight storied temple houses the pictures and idols of some of the
great Indian men from ancient to present times and pictures of the
cities of the country. A must visit to get a sneak preview in to the
history and culture of India.
Rajaji National Park / Chila Wildlife
Sanctuary
The Rajaji National Park, spread over an area of 240 sq km, houses the
Chila wildlife Sanctuary and is situated at a distance of 10 km from
Haridwar. Situated on the banks of River Ganges, the sanctuary is a
haven for a large number of animals. This biodiversity park boasts of
nearly 23 mammals and about 315 fauna species. The river in the park
houses large number of fishes and fauna in the water. At Chila you can
have the pleasure of spotting leopard, tigers, jungle cat, herd of
elephants, wild boar, stags, spotted deer, sloth bear, langur, monkeys,
woodpecker, king cobra etc. During the monsoons the park remains closed
and otherwise it is open after sunrise and closed after dusk.
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Sapt Rishi Ashram & Sapt Sarovar |
Bharat Mata Mandir |
Rajaji National Park / Chila Wildlife Sanctuary |
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