Haridwar Travel Guide

 lynnehamman Says:  Go down to Har-ki-Pairi ghat at sunset and see the evening Aarti ( religious ceremony giving prayers and offering to the Ganga)Very pretty- with crowds gathered to watch or taking part. The sound of gongs adds to the reverent and chaotic amosphere. We have watched this... 

 lynnehamman Says:  I had a wonderfull relaxing body treatment at the Spa at the Haveli Hari Ganga Hotel, where we were staying.A full fruit body scrub, then a steamy hot soak and afterwards a 90minute Therapeutic Massage with Ayurvedic Oils. Included in the massage was foot and hand... 

 tonan Says:  Places to visit.1. Mansa Devi mandir and the Chadi devi mandir, these can be reached on foot, through stairs. You can also use the ROPE WAY. FOr Mansa Devi, the stairs start from the main market. It is difficult to locate it amidst the shops, but just keep asking the local... 

 tonan Says:  The restaurant was very neat and clean and the food was very good.Cleanliness : 4.5 / 5Food quality : 4.5/5I loved the breakfast, the food was not spicy yet very delicious. I love Allo Parathas and i really enjoyed them. The best part is its located just near to HAR-KI-Pouri... 

 tonan Says:  We took a train from Gaziabaad. Train (4041) Musoorie express runs from Sarai-Rohilla Delhi to Haridwar.Dep from Gaziabad: 11:55 PM Arrival at Haridwar : 06:15 AMThe normal sleeper costs around RS 150 - 160 . Check more details on IRCTC site. 

 toonhut Says:  Nearly everyone takes their holy baths in Har ki Paudi. It seems too man-made for me. Why not take your 'cleansing' in the more real Ganga at nearby Neel Dhara (or Neel Jheel, I forget). It's much wider, cleaner, and above all, less crowded! It will be far more apt. It's not... 

 toonhut Says:  After seeing all three, here's what I think of the basic difference in the evening Ganga prayers.1. Haridwar: Big, bass boosted, tight, kind of a spectacle for the eyes with all the human energy and little temples bustling together. 2. Rishikesh, Triveni Ghat: More quiet,... 

 tonan Says:  In the evening in Haridwar, Just at the time of the aarti, or just before it. You afloat a DIYA (its a small light,kind of candle) in the river ganga as a tribute to the ganga. This is thoght to be a very sacred. 

 lynnehamman Says:  Having visited India a number of times, I think that we are fairly "savvy" about the country. Well aware of the pitfalls of accepting help from strangers, we were very relieved when our hotel managment suggested that we use their "guide" to take us to the ghats to see the... 

 tonan Says:  Beware of the Pandits, Dont fall for them or there sweet words. The problem is once they get hold of you, there is no turning back unless you are willing to give a fair bit of quarrel. So the best thing is AVOID them as much as you can with least words.Just Fold your hands... 

 lynnehamman Says:  Halfway between Delhi and Haridwar , on the highway , we discovered this amazing place.It is actually a "dhaba" or rest-stop , and has a great indoor and outdoor restuarant , modern toilet facilties and THE most beautiful gardens, ablaze with colour. We saw rose gardens, and... 

 travelmad478 Says:  Haridwar's claim to fame is the fact that it is one of the four Indian cities included in the river crossings of the massive Kumbh Mela festival. This Hindu religious rite takes place every twelve years: the central aspect is for the visiting pilgrims to walk through the...