Bharat Mandir: Bharat mandir is the oldest temple of Riishikesh, which lies in the center of the old town

on the Banks of the Ganges. Details of the temple are described in ancient records of 'Kedarkhand'. The Inner sanctum of the temple has an idol of lord Vishnu, which is carved out of a single 'Saligram'. Rishikund: Rishikund lies close to Trivenighat, and is the most ancient place of Rishikesh. Legends relate it to Kubz Saint , who was blessed by Goddess Yamuna by saturating the pond through its water. The pond reflects the temple of Ragunath, which is dedicated to lord Sri Rama and his soulmate Sita. Triveni Ghat: It is the main 'ghat' in the town area where pilgrims take a holy dip. Every evening hundreds of pilgrims attend the Ganga Arti at the Ghat. Geeta Bhawan: It is one of the oldest temple complexes in the Rishikesh. The famous Indian epic Ramayana and Mahabharta are described on the walls of Geeta Bhawan. Parmarth Niketan: One of the most renowned temple complex and ashram in the area, which is known for its great work on Hinduism. The ashram organises 'Ganga Arti' and Hawan on the Parmarth Ghat every evening. Tera Manzil Temple: It is a multistory temple, which comprises idols of hindu Gods, and Goddesses. It is very popular among pilgrims as one can have an excellent view of the entire zone from the top floor of the temple. Places to See in Haridwar The gateway of Gods, Haridwar is undoubtedly a kaleidoscope of Indian civilization and culture. Being blessed by the trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh Haridwar holds immense significance for a devout Hindu. The numerous temples dedicated to a host of Hindu gods and goddess is a major puller for the pilgrims. Haridwar also happens to be an ancient shakteepeeth thus again attracting lot of ardent devotees. As it is in Haridwar that the holy Ganges descends in the planes, a large number of Hindus come here to take a holy dip. Read on to know more about the places to visit when in Haridwar. 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. 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. Sati Kund This is the holy place where the wife of Lord Shiva, Mata Sati is believed to have done the ritual of self-immolation. The ghat here is thus famous today as Sati Kund. 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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Har-ki-Pauri The Main ghat and is supposed to be at the precise spot where the Ganges leaves the mountains and enters the plains. Consequently, the river's power to wash away sins at this spot is superlative and endorsed by a footprint Vishnu (God of Hindu) left in a stone here. The ghat is on the west bank of a canal through which the Ganges is diverted just to the north. Each evening at sunset priests perform Ganga Aarti (the river worship ceremony) here, when lights are set on the water to drift downstream while priests engage in elaborate rituals. In addition to the main ghat, a series of smaller ghats extends along the canal bank, with large orange and white life-guard towers at intervals to ensure that bathing pilgrims don't get swept away.

Bara Bazaar On the north side of the canal, between Har-Ki-Pauri and the Upper Rd, is colorful Bara Bazaar. Along with the religious paraphernalia, or prasaad (food offered to the gods, images of the deities, religious pamphlets etc) are scores of tiny stalls crammed along both sides of bazaar selling an assortment of goods including shawls, brassware, glass bangles, wooden whistels, bamboo canes and can baskets.

Mansa Devi Temple Atop a hill overlooking Haridwar, this temple is dedicated to the goddess mansa. Mansa is one of the forms of Shakti Durga who makes wishes

come true. It is connected by a ropeway to the heart of town.

Chandi Ghat Temple Erected on Nhil Hill by a Kashmir raja, Suchet Singh, in 1929, and there are a number of temple at the hill. You may see large river turtles on the banks of the Nildhara River.

Gorkhnath Temple An imposig edifice dedicated to Guru Gorkhnath on main road leading to Har-Ki-Pauri. As might be expected in such an ancient pilgrim centre, Haridwar has temples for all devotess, all shades of religious persuasions underthat great umbrella of faith called Hinduism.

Saptrishi Ashram About 5km from Haridwar, named after the seven rishis (sages) who prayed here for the good of humanity. It has mythological origin and it is said that Saptrishis (Seven sages) who had trapped the Ganga agreed to release the River on King Bhagirath's request, provided it split into seven streams.

Bharat Mata Temple It is a 'modern' temple dedicated to 'Mother India'. An imposing seven-storyes high structure, it has statues of gods and goddesses and other Indian saints, sages and heroes of Indian myth and legend

Haridwar Hotels - Tariff Starts from INR 400/Hotel Arjun Station Road Hotel Ashoka Station

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go to hotel page 2 Star, Budget Hotel Near Market, Near Railway Station and Bus Stand INR 695/- Near Shiv Murti, Railway Phone: 09935711531, 01334 220409 go to hotel page 2 Star, Budget Hotel Near Market, Near Railway Station and Bus Stand INR 300/- Opposite Haridwar Railway

Hotel Chitra Heritage go to hotel page 2 Star, Budget Hotel, Heritage Hotel Near Market, Near Railway Station and Bus Stand INR 750/- Chitra Cinema Street, Sarvan Nath Nagar Phone: +91 8954776655, 9897037626 Hotel Golden go to hotel page 2 Star, Budget Hotel Near Market, Near Railway Station and Bus Stand INR 250/- Kankhal Road, Near Shivmurti

Phone: 01334-227060, 09756930661 Hotel Jimmy India, S.N. Nagar go to hotel page 2 Star, Budget Hotel Near Market, Near Railway Station, Near Bus Terminal INR 650/- Opposite State Bank of Phone: 01334-220775, 09719139199

Hotel Panama go to hotel page 2 Star, Budget Hotel Near Market, Near Railway Station & Bus Terminal INR 425/- Shiv Murti (Near Railway Station), Jassa Ram Road Phone: 01334-227506 Hotel Riddhi Siddhi go to hotel page 2 Star, Budget Hotel Near Market, Near Railway Station, Near Bus Terminal INR 600/- Near Harmilap Bhavan, Sarvan Nath Nagar Phone: +919760129990, +919997639991 Hotel Sahni go to hotel page 2 Star, Budget Hotel Near Market, Near Railway Station & Bus Terminal INR 700/- Niranjani Akhara Road, Shravan Nath Nagar Phone: 011-23533562, 09868104036 Hotel Shivmurti go to hotel page 2 Star, Budget Hotel Near Market, Near Railway Station and Bus Stand INR 750/- Opp. Railway Station, Near Shivmurti Phone: 01334-227651 Hotel Swagat Palace go to hotel page 2 Star, Budget Hotel Near Market, Near Railway Station and Bus Stand INR 550/- Jassa Ram Road, Near Shiv Murti Phone: 01334-221581, +91-9259711804 Hotel Vasundhara Devi Ropeway go to hotel page 2 Star, Budget Hotel Near Market, Near Mansa Devi Ropeway, Near Har Ki Pauri INR 600/- Opposite Mansa

Hotel Virasat Residency Street, Sarvan Nath Nagar

go to hotel page 2 Star, Budget Hotel Near Market, Near Railway Station and Bus Stand INR 600/- Chitra Cinema Phone: +918954776655

Popular Eating Out in Haridwar To cater to appetites of tourists coming here in hordes, Haridwar has a number of restaurants and eating out places. There is a delectable variety of food available at the restaurants here. But this is to be noted that all non-vegetarian food including alcoholic drinks are strictly forbidden here. It is mandatory for all to abide by the rules and have only vegetarian food till they leave Haridwar. No wonder, even these vegetarian foods offer you such delicious varieties that it will tickle your taste buds for sure. Right from North Indian and Garhwali cuisines to Bengali and South Indian dishes, you will find a good range to whet your appetite.

Some of the most popular and much preferred eating out places in Haridwar are as follows : Bhagwati's Chhole Bhature This small restaurant is located at 10 mintues walking distance from Laltarao Bridge towards Har-Ki-Pauri. This restaurant caters in Chhole Bhature with soup bowl, Rice Chhole, Kheer, Lassi etc. We suggest you to visit this place once, we assure you, you'll always try to take a meal every time you visit Hardiwar. Mohan Puri Wala As the name itself indicating, these guys are best known for their dish Puri with Aloo Bhaji, this place is located on the regular gate of Har-ki-Pauri. You'll love to have a meal instantly after taking a bath in River Ganga at Har-ki-pauri. Sindh Dugdh Bhandar A very popular eating out place in this town since 1948, serves the outstanding quality of food at very reasonable prices, this restaurant is very well maintained, multi cuisine with very good services.

Chotiwala Restaurant The restaurant is located on the Railway Station Road. Here, you can find a good variety of deliciously cooked Indian cuisine at reasonable prices. Do remember to check out the 'thali' here. A thali comprises plain rice, chapatis (or puris), vegetable curries, pickle and dal. In addition, the restaurant also offers South Indian cuisines. So, you can also have dosa, idli, sambhar, uttapam etc. The restaurant offers sumptuous dosa, so don't miss it. Aahaar Restaurant It is also located on the Railway Station Road. The restaurant offers some great Punjabi food including Sarson ka Saag, Makke ki Roti, Dal Makhni, Lassi etc. A wide variety of South Indian food is also available at the restaurant. Bestee Restaurant The restaurant lies in the Shiv Murti area of Haridwar. Tourists and locals arrive at the restaurant to enjoy the variety of fruit shakes available here. Of these shakes, the Cheeku Shake is much popular with visitors. The restaurant also serves small eatable like vegie rolls and cutlets. Motel Rahi's Restaurant The restaurant is run and maintained by the Uttar Pradesh Tourism. Here, you can have a wide range of Indian cuisines including North Indian and Garhwali cuisines. Check out Shahi Paneer, Dal Makhni, Matar Paneer, Aloo Gobhi and Chole here. Brij Mathura Walla While you are shopping in Bara Bazar, you can plan to try out a wide range of sweet dish here. Sweets including Rasmalai, Rabri and Halwa are popular sweets available here. Mohan's Fast Food If you are looking for a good fast food centre in Haridwar and would like to have a range of snacks, head to this eating outlet. Do check out Vada, Pao Bhaji and ice-cream here. Budget Hotels in Rishikesh Hotel Green View Hotel Green View is a distinct luxury hotel, favored by most tourists visiting Rishikesh for its peaceful, green, silence and tranquil ambience. Being one of the most sought after destinations, Hotel Green View is perfectly equipped to cater to cosmopolitan tourists. Hotel Neeraj Bhavan Hotel Neeraj Bhavan is a stylish, modern, cozy and comfortable hotel located in the heart of Rishikesh. The hotel is renowned for its emphasis on privacy, charm and attention to detail thereby offering an atmosphere of warmth and luxury. Inderlok Hotel Inderlok Hotel is a cherished tourist hotel in Rishikesh that offers impeccable service, comfortable accommodation and state of the art facilities.

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