Discovering Haridwar on a Shoestring Budget

Day 1: Sacred Exploration

Haridwar, India

5:30PM

Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

Join the locals in the mesmerising evening ritual of Ganga Aarti, where priests perform prayers with fire and lamps to the holy river Ganga.
Har Ki Pauri is located in the heart of Haridwar, easily reachable by walking from most accommodations in the city.
Free, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at a local eatery

Head to a nearby street food stall or a small restaurant to enjoy some delicious local cuisine such as Chole Bhature or Aloo Puri within your budget.
Ask locals for recommendations or explore the lanes around the Ganga ghats.
£5, 1 hour

8:00PM

Visit Mansa Devi Temple

Take the cable car ride to the hilltop temple dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi to witness a panoramic view of Haridwar city and seek blessings.
The temple is located on Bilwa Parvat hill, accessible by a short cable car ride or a trek.
£1 for cable car ride, 1.5 hours

9:30PM

Explore the Ghats of Haridwar

Take a leisurely walk along the Ganga ghats, observe devotees performing rituals, and soak in the spiritual atmosphere of the riverbanks.
Walk towards the main ghats from Mansa Devi Temple or take a rickshaw ride for a more comfortable journey.
Free, 1 hour
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