Haridwar, meaning Gateway to God, is one of the most
holy places in India. It is believed to be as old as Varanasi. Haridwar
holds the Kumbh mela every 6th and 12th year on the famous Har ki Paudi
ghat.
Haridwar
Tourism Haridwar
is one name that reminds of pure spiritualism, ascetics, Ganges,
Hinduism, ghats and mythology. This old city finds mention in almost
all of the pre-historic texts of Hindu religion. The city is
supposed to be as old as Varanasi. Haridwar is host of famous Kumbh
Mela, on the Har ki Paudi ghat on river Ganga. There are more than
300 temples in the town, which are mostly dedicated to almost every
god and goddess. A visit to Haridwar is must for a Hindu, as it is
said that it will wash away all your sins and lead you to heaven
after death.