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Top Places to Visit in Haridwar — Travel Guide
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Top Places to Visit in Haridwar — Travel Guide

1 min read · 15 Jul 2026

Haridwar is one of Uttarakhand's notable destinations, with a mix of heritage, nature, and culture worth building a visit around. Here are the top places to explore.

Har Ki Pauri

The most sacred ghat in Haridwar, famous for its mesmerising evening Ganga Aarti ceremony.

Mansa Devi Temple

A hilltop temple reachable by cable car, offering panoramic views over Haridwar and the Ganges.

Chandi Devi Temple

Another hilltop shrine across the river, similarly reached by cable car or a trekking path.

Maya Devi Temple

One of the oldest temples in Haridwar, considered a Siddhapeeth among Shakti pilgrimage sites.

Location Guide

From: Haridwar, Uttarakhand

Safety Guide

Har Ki Pauri gets extremely crowded during the evening aarti — keep children close and hold onto belongings amid the crowds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Generally April to June and September to November offer the most comfortable weather in this hilly/mountainous region, with winter bringing cold and possible snow at higher altitudes — check local seasonal advice before you travel.

One to two days is usually enough to cover the main attractions listed here at a relaxed pace, depending on how far outlying sites are from the town centre.

Most destinations in this region are best visited between October and March, when the weather is cool and comfortable for sightseeing. Summers (April-June) can be quite hot, and the monsoon (July-September) brings lush greenery but also slippery conditions at hill, fort, and cave sites — always check local conditions before you travel.

Haridwar is accessible by road, with verified local vehicle owners on MeraYatri offering self-drive and with-driver cars, SUVs, and tempo travelers, as well as by regular public bus and train services to the nearest major town.

Yes — verified local owners list vehicles serving Haridwar on MeraYatri. Check the "Vehicles" section on this page, or search for rides to Haridwar directly on the site.

Yes, with reasonable precautions — see the Safety Guide section on this page for specific tips to keep in mind before and during your trip.

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