3-Day Travel Itinerary for Hardwar

  1. Day 1: Har Ki Pauri Ghat
    Located in the heart of the city
    Estimated Time and Distance from Previous Location: 10 minutes (0.5 miles)

    The Har Ki Pauri Ghat is a holy site where devotees come to take a dip in the River Ganges. It's a beautiful spot to take in the scenery and observe the Hindu rituals. You can also witness the evening Ganga Aarti, a vibrant ceremony where people offer diyas to the river.

  2. Day 2: Mansa Devi Temple
    Located on top of Bilwa Parvat
    Estimated Time and Distance from Previous Location: 15 minutes (6.2 miles)

    The Mansa Devi Temple is dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi. Visitors can take a cable car ride to the shrine or hike up the hill. The temple has a serene atmosphere, and the view from the top is breathtaking.

  3. Day 3: Shanti Kunj
    Located on the Rishikesh Road
    Estimated Time and Distance from Previous Location: 20 minutes (7.5 miles)

    Shanti Kunj is a spiritual retreat that was founded by Pt. Shriram Sharma Acharya. It is a beautiful ashram with a well-maintained garden, fountains, and streams flowing through it. The ashram also has a vast collection of literature on spirituality and religion.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Har Ki Pauri Ghat (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (2-3 hours, cable car ride - INR 170, hiking option available)
  • Shanti Kunj (2-3 hours, free entry)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 170

Useful Tips

For a more relaxed pace, extend your stay in Hardwar or visit one of the many nearby attractions. The Chandi Devi Temple, Daksh Prajapati Temple, and Maya Devi Temple are all worth a visit. If pressed for time, skip Shanti Kunj and instead visit the Bharat Mata Mandir or the Rajaji National Park.

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