A paradise for nature-lovers, Haridwar presents a kaleidoscope of Indian culture and civilization. Haridwar termed as 'Gateway to Gods' is also known as Mayapuri, Kapila, Gangadhar. The followers of Lord Shiva (Har) and followers of Lord Vishnu (Hari) pronounce this place Haridwar and Hardwar respectively as told by some. It is also a point of entry to Dev Bhoomi and Char Dham (Four main centers of pilgrimage in Uttarakhand Viz. Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri).
You first visit Har Ki Pauri bathing ghats then after visiting Mansa Devi Temple and Hari ki Pauri to join the Ganga Aarti of Haridwar which starts around 5:30 PM. The guide will accompany you to every place to narrate the story and religious significance of each and every nearby place of Haridwar.
