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Ashram In Haridwar

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Hariharanand Ashram: Founded by late Swami Hariharanand, it has several branches in the country.

Parmath Ashram: It is 24 Kms. to upstream from haridwar and also 6 kms on the way to Rishikesh which is known as the “City of the Divine” - is a spiritual center to which sages, rishis, saints and pilgrims have flocked for millennia. Parmarth Niketan is a spiritual haven, resting serenely on the banks of the holy Ganga (Ganges), nestled in the lap of the Himalayas. The ashram houses a beautiful image of Goddess Durga. The ashram offers comfort, inspiration and upliftment for body, mind and spirit as well as a deeper connection with the Divine.

Manavkalyan Ashram: It has statues of 12 ‘avtars’ of God. Here one can see the different images of lord and it is also believed that once a person goes and stay for some time in this ashram he will be blessed.

Doodhadari: It is about 6 kms from haridwar, it is famous for its Hanuman and Raghvendra Temples.

Saptrishi Ashram: The Ganges flows in seven streams in front of this Ashram, hence this place is also called Sapt Sarovar. It is said that Saptrishis (Seven sages) trapped the Ganga and agreed to release the River on King Bhagirathas request. The Ashram commemorates the event. This is about 5 km north of Hari ki pauri, where the Ganga had to split into seven streams to avoid the displeasure of Sapta Rishis.

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Bathing Spots (Ganga Snan) in Haridwar

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Bathing Spots (Ganga Snan)
(1) Gangadwara
(2) Kankhal
(3) Nila Parvata
(4) Bilwa Theertha
(5) Kusavarta

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Rajaji National Park in Haridwar

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Rajaji National Park was established in the year 1996 on the edge of the Dehradun valley. This is the perfect place for the wildlife lovers as it covers an area of 820 Sq. Kms. with a variety of animal such as Tiger, Panther, Bear, Chital, Sambar, Elephant, Wild Boar, Kakar, Python, Snakes, Monitor lizard etc. along with a large variety of avian fauna.

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Beauty Point. In Haridwar

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It is about 2 kms from haridwar. Beauty point is a vantage point with wonderful views of Haridwar and its nearby greenery. This place is called the beauty point, as the sight of the surrounding is very exciting and enthralling.

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Lal Mata Temple in Haridwar

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The Lal Mata Temple is an important tourist attraction in Haridwar and also an exact replica of the Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu and Kashmir. The Lal Mata Temple is situated atop an artificial hill and has a frozen Shiva lingam.

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Cheela In Haridwar

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Cheela is about 6 km from Haridwar. Cheela is a scenic picnic spot in Haridwar District and the park has been attracting wildlife lovers from India and abroad. It is set in the midst of the Shivalik Mountains and in the surrounding area of Rajaji National Park. The park has 23 species of mammals and about 315 avifauna species.

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Kankhal Temples In Haridwar

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The Kankhal Temples are 3 km from the heart of Haridwar. There are a number of famous temples here including Birbhadreshwar Temple, Daksha Mahadev Temple and Sati Kund. Kankhal is now a part of the city.

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B.H.E.L. In Haridwar

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It consists of two divisions: The Heavy Electricals Equipment Plant (HEEP) located in Haridwar, is one of the major manufacturing plants of BHEL. This is a government of India undertaking for manufacture of heavy electrical equipments like motors, turbines, generators etc. The second one is Central Foundry Forge Plant (CFFP) which is engaged in manufacture of Steel Castings: Upto 50 Tons per Piece Wt & Steel Forgings: Upto 55 Tons per Piece Wt.

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Shanti Kunj In Haridwar

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Shantikunj is established on the lap of Ganga, shade of Himalaya, penance place of seven sages and in the pious field of Saptsarowar. It is present synonym of ancient saintly culture. It is the famous ashram of Gayatri. Followers and pilgrims from far and wide converge here for yoga and natural cures

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Parmeshwar Mahadev Temple In Haridwar

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The Parmeshwar Mahadev Temple is located at a distance of 4 kilometers from the main Haridwar city in Uttaranchal, India. This temple has a huge stone lingam that has been made of mercury.

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Neelkanth Mahadev in Haridwar

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The temple of Neelkanth Mahadev, a place associated with Lord Shiva, is situated at a height of 1700 meters. It is believed that it was here that Lord Shiva consumed the venom, which emanated during the ‘Samudra Manthan’. Due to this, His throat became blue in colour, thus giving Shiva the name of Neelkanth. It is a 4-hour walk from Rishikesh and a not-to-be-missed destination away from the madding crowd.

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Maya Devi Temple In Haridwar

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It is an ancient temple of Maya Devi which is also known as one of the Siddhapeethas. This ancient temple of Maya Devi is also the Adhisthatri deity of Haridwar. It is said that When Lord Shiva was carrying his dead wife who burnt herself at the “Yagna”, her naval and heart fell at this place.

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Gorakhnath Temple In Haridwar

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This is an imposing edifice dedicated to Guru Gorakhnath on the main road leading to Har-ki-Pauri. As might be expected in such an ancient pilgrim centre, Haridwar has temples for all devotees, all shades of religious persuasions under that great umbrella of faith called Hinduism.

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Sidcul In Haridwar

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It is the known industrial area near haridwar. Sidcul is located near Bahadrabad coming towards haridwar from Delhi. State Industrial Development Corporation Uttranchal Limited is government body which is established for industrial promotion. Big enterprises are investing. Dabur, Mahindra & Mahindra, Havells, HLL etc have started production.

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Anandamayi ma ashram In Haridwar

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Anandamayi Ma (1896-1982) is considered by many to be one of the major twentieth century religious teachers in India. She attracted followers from all over the world, including Gary Empie, a young American who came to India to study with her. The ashram is situated in Kankhal, which is few kms away from haridwar and can say one of five sub-cities of Haridwar, the ashram is where the Samadhi shrine of this noted saint of India is situated.

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Bharat Mata mandir In Haridwar

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This is one of the important temples of Haridwar. Bharat Mata temple in Haridwar, built by Swami Satyamitranand Giri. Consecration of this temple took place on 15 May 1983. It has eight stories in which the images of cities, heroes and great men are installed. Each floor covering an era of Indian History, from the days of Ramayan till India’s independence.

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Pawan dham In Haridwar

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It is Almost 2 km from the town. The Pawan Dham temple in Haridwar, Uttaranchal, India is one of the important religious sites that must have to be visited during pilgrimage tours. Pawan Dham (means sacred place) is famed for the excellent mirror and glasswork it has and also for its elaborately decorated idols.

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Piran Kalia in Haridwar

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It is situated 20 kms towards the south of Haridwar at the bank of river Ganga. The ‘Dargah’ of Hazrat Makhdum Allauddin Ali Ahamed ‘Sabir’ on the outskirts of Roorkee town is a worth-visit-place for every visitor. The tomb of this dargah was made by Ibrahim Lodhi. This place is one of the living examples of unity between the Hindu and Muslim religions. The Urs is celebrated at this Dargah every year, from the first day of sighting the moon to the sixteenth day during the Rabeeull month of the Islamic calendar.

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Parad Shivling in Haridwar

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It is 2 kms from the city centre which is situated in Harihar Ashram, Kankhasl. Shivling weighing about 150 kg and Rudraksha tree are main attractions here.

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Sapt Rishi Ashram & Sapt Sarovar In Haridwar

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This place is 7 kms from Haridwar on the banks of the Ganges. It is said that Ganga had split herself in seven currents at this place so as to avoid displeasing the seven rishis (yogis) meditating there.

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