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A Family Friendly Itinerary for a Day in Hardwar in October 2023

  1. 8:00 AM: Har Ki Pauri
    5 minutes (0.4 miles) from Haridwar Junction railway station

    Har Ki Pauri is a famous ghat on the banks of the Ganges in Haridwar. It is believed to be the place where Lord Vishnu left his footprint and is considered one of the most sacred places in Hinduism. Every evening, a grand aarti ceremony takes place here.

  2. 10:00 AM: Chandi Devi Temple
    20 minutes (4.8 miles) from Har Ki Pauri

    Chandi Devi Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Chandi. It is situated on the top of Neel Parvat and offers panoramic views of the city. You can reach the temple by a ropeway or by trekking up the hill.

  3. 12:00 PM: Rajaji National Park
    1 hour 10 minutes (28.7 miles) from Chandi Devi Temple

    Spread over an area of 820 square kilometers, Rajaji National Park is a biodiversity hotspot and is home to a variety of flora and fauna. You can take a jungle safari or go for a nature walk to explore the park. If you're lucky, you might spot tigers, leopards, elephants, and other wildlife.

  4. 3:00 PM: Mansa Devi Temple
    1 hour 15 minutes (28.7 miles) from Rajaji National Park

    Mansa Devi Temple is another ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Mansa. It is situated on the top of Bilwa Parvat and offers panoramic views of the city. You can reach the temple by a ropeway or by trekking up the hill.

  5. 5:00 PM: Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan Ashram
    25 minutes (4.9 miles) from Mansa Devi Temple

    Parmarth Niketan Ashram is a spiritual center on the banks of the Ganges. Every evening, a grand aarti ceremony takes place here, which is a sight to behold. The ashram also offers yoga and meditation classes, and you can take a dip in the holy river.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on the local street food, which is famous for its chaat, kachori, and lassi. You can also visit the nearby town of Rishikesh, which is known as the Yoga Capital of the World. The town is home to several ashrams, temples, and adventure sports activities like rafting, bungee jumping, and camping.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Har Ki Pauri (1 hour, free)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (2 hours, 360 INR per person for the ropeway)
  • Rajaji National Park (4 hours, 500 INR per person for the safari)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (2 hours, 310 INR per person for the ropeway)
  • Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan Ashram (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 1170 INR per person
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