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One Day in Haridwar: Exploring the Spiritual Capital

  1. 6:00AM: Har Ki Pauri Ghat
    5 minutes (0.2 miles) from Haridwar Railway Station

    Start your day with a visit to one of the most famous ghats in Haridwar, Har Ki Pauri. Witness the morning Aarti ceremony and take a dip in the holy Ganges River to wash away your sins.

  2. 8:00AM: Mansa Devi Temple
    21 minutes (3.7 miles) from Har Ki Pauri Ghat

    Next, visit the famous Mansa Devi Temple which is situated atop the Bilwa Parvat on the Shivalik Hills. Take the ropeway to reach the temple and enjoy the scenic view of Haridwar city from the top.

  3. 11:00AM: Shantikunj Ashram
    9 minutes (2.1 miles) from Mansa Devi Temple

    Shantikunj Ashram is a spiritual center and headquarters of the All World Gayatri Pariwar. It is an ideal place for meditation, yoga and spiritual learning. Take part in the free lectures and spiritual discourses.

  4. 1:00PM: Sapt Rishi Ashram
    20 minutes (4.5 miles) from Shantikunj Ashram

    Located at the outskirts of Haridwar, Sapt Rishi Ashram offers a serene and peaceful environment for meditation and yoga. It is believed that seven sages meditated here in ancient times.

  5. 3:00PM: Chandi Devi Temple
    24 minutes (5.6 miles) from Sapt Rishi Ashram

    Chandi Devi Temple is located atop the Neel Parvat on the eastern summit of the Sivalik Hills. Take the cable car to reach the temple and enjoy the panoramic view of Haridwar city from the top.

  6. 5:00PM: Daksheswara Mahadev Temple
    13 minutes (2.8 miles) from Chandi Devi Temple

    Daksheswara Mahadev Temple is one of the oldest and most important temples in Haridwar. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva and has a rich mythological significance.

  7. 7:00PM: Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan
    20 minutes (3.5 miles) from Daksheswara Mahadev Temple

    End your day with the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan. The evening aarti ceremony is a must-see event and attracts a large number of people from all over the world to Haridwar.

Recommendations

If you have more time, you can also visit the Maya Devi Temple, Bharat Mata Mandir, and the Bhimgoda Kund. You can also take a day trip to Rishikesh which is just 20 km from Haridwar. Make sure to try some of the delicious street food in Haridwar like the famous Kachori and Jalebi. You can also buy some traditional handicrafts and souvenirs from the local shops.

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