<a href="https://universaladventures.in/city/Haridwar" target="_blank">Haridwar</a> is a beautiful religious town in the state of <a href="https://universaladventures.in/state/Uttarakhand" target="_blank">Uttarakhand</a> but there are a lot more places to visit there other than religious temples. It is one of the seven holiest cities in India and offers a mix of religion and color. The air is filled with a spiritual and festive spirit. If you want to connect with the power above us, you will not be disappointed if you visit this location.

Are you thinking the bazaar in a religious town will only have pooja items? Well, you couldn't be further from the truth. You can find a wide variety of things here from pooja items to souvenirs to chocolates and local handicrafts. This is the place you must stop by if you want to buy something as a gift to those back home.&nbsp;
 
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 <li>Famous for: Handicrafts</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: Evenings</li>
 <li>Duration: 2 hours</li>
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 <li>Adventure Activities: Shopping</li>
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Pavan Dham, one of India's oldest temples, is one of the best places to visit in Haridwar. The temple is well-known for its stunning architecture, which includes intricate glasswork on the designed walls. This temple's idols have been adorned with precious stones and jewels, adding to their beauty. The beauty of the location is enhanced when the sun's rays reflect on the idols and the surrounding walls. So, in order to appreciate its beauty, visitors should go during the day.&nbsp;
 
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 <li>Famous for: Oldest temple in India</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: &nbsp;Any time</li>
 <li>Duration: 2 hours</li>
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1. By Air:&nbsp;
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 <li>Jolly Grant (51km) airport in Dehradun is nearest to Haridwar. Regular flights fly from the airport to major cities like Delhi.</li>
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2. By road:&nbsp;
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 <li>Haridwar is easily accessible by road from Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and other parts of Uttarakhand. A number of public and private buses connect Haridwar to these locations. Bus service is available on a regular basis, and fares are reasonable.</li>
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3. By Train:
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 <li>Haridwar has its own railway station, which links the pilgrimage town to the rest of India. A good number of express trains connect it to cities such as Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Dehradun, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Patna, Gaya, Varanasi, and Bhubaneswar, Puri, and Kochi.&nbsp;</li>
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Haridwar is one of the best places which you should visit if you want to find some spiritual time. But you must also remember it not only offers that but a wide plethora of options of places to visit. The beauty of the city comes from its holy aura during the evenings. So pack your bags and get ready to go deeper into your own mind on this unique trip.

One of the most famous places to visit in Haridwar, this place was built by King Vikramaditya in memory of his loving brother. The evening Aarti, which is organized with great zeal each evening, is the main attraction of Har Ki Pauri. It is, in fact, one of those events in Haridwar that should not be missed. Following the Aarti, devotees float Diyas in the Ganga, which looks beautiful in the evening light. The footprint of Lord Vishnu himself is the most famous landmark in this place.
 
Traveler Information:
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 <li>Best Time to Visit: Evenings</li>
 <li>Duration: 2 hours</li>
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 <li>Other Places to visit: Brahma Kund</li>
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This temple is located on the Ganga's bank as it flows through Haridwar It is built in honor of Bharat Mata, who represents all of India. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Haridwar. It is a massive and one-of-a-kind temple in Haridwar dedicated to Mother India and featuring deities from historical legends. The temple complex consists of an eight-story structure, with each floor dedicated to a different God or mythological hero.
 
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 <li>Best Time to Visit: July to October</li>
 <li>Duration: 1 hour</li>
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This famous ashram throngs devotees from all around the world. One can find peace within himself and go on a spiritual journey at this holy place. The ashram aims to revive Rishi traditions and culture and organizes training camps where one can find themselves rejuvenated and leave home a happy person.
 
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 <li>Best Time to Visit: Any time</li>
 <li>Duration: 2 hours</li>
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Chandi Devi temple is perched on top of a hill where one has to trek or catch a cable car to reach. It has its own share of legends, which tells us about how the Goddess slew the demons on top of this hill. There is a pond beside the temple where devotees can take a dip before visiting the temple. There are also numerous shops outside the temple catering to the needs of the people
 
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 <li>Famous for: the ancient temple</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: Any time</li>
 <li>Duration: 1 hour</li>
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 <li>Adventure Activities: Trekking and Cable car</li>
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The temple, which dates back to the 11th century AD, is dedicated to Maya Devi, an incarnation of Shakti. After the Central Asian conqueror, Timur Lang plundered Haridwar, this temple was one of four ancient temples that remained intact. It is also known as the Shakti Peetha because it is where the Goddess Sati's heart and navel fell after she immolated herself. The temple houses the idols of Goddess Kali, Goddess Kamakhya, and Goddess Maya.&nbsp;
 
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 <li>Best Time to Visit: Kumbh Mela</li>
 <li>Duration: 1 hour</li>
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Getting bored of visiting temples? Here is a place where you can see nature in its raw and untouched form in Haridwar. Chilla Wildlife Reserve, also known as the Rajaji Wildlife Sanctuary, is only 18 kilometers from Haridwar. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Haridwar. This Uttarakhand wildlife reserve is home to a variety of wildlife species including elephants, tigers, bears, and small cats. It is enriched with diverse flora, making this wildlife sanctuary quite scenic.&nbsp;
 
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 <li>Famous for: Exotic Wildlife</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: May to August</li>
 <li>Duration: 3 hours</li>
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 <li>Adventure Activities: Bird Watching</li>
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Mansa Devi Temple is dedicated to the Hindu deity Mansa Devi and is located atop the Bilwa Parvat of the Shiwalik Range of the Himalayas. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Haridwar and is accessible by cable car. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Mansa (the goddess who grants wishes), and there are two main idols of the Goddess in the main temple, one with three mouths and five arms and the other with eight arms. Another reason for the temple's fame is the breathtaking view from the cable car.
 
Traveler Information:
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 <li>Best Time to Visit: All year round</li>
 <li>Duration: 2 hours</li>
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 <li>Adventure Activities: Cable Car</li>
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Not content with seeing the temples of Haridwar? Here you can get to see the rarest birds in the country and it is truly a bird watcher's dream. Even if you aren't into bird watching, this place has a pull that can leave you awestruck. This place is perfect for a picnic amidst nature and exotic birds. Children can get their enjoyment by spotting birds in a variety of colors.&nbsp;
 
Traveler Information:
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 <li>Famous for: Rare Birds</li>
 <li>Best Time to Visit: April to July</li>
 <li>Duration: 3 hours</li>
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Things to do:
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 <li>Adventure Activities: Bird Watching</li>
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