Haridwar is one of the seven holiest cities in India, situated in Uttarakhand. It is located where the sacred river Ganga enters the Indo-Gangetic plains for the first time. Dotted with temples, ashrams and narrow lanes across the city, Haridwar is a famous Hindu temple town where millions of devotees come to take a dip in the holy Ganges. It's believed that taking a dip in the sacred Har Ki Pauri relieves one of all the sins.
According to Hindu traditions, there are Panch Tirth (five pilgrimages) within Haridwar. These are Har ki Pauri (Gangadwar), Ghat (Kushwart), Kankhal, Mansa Devi Temple (Bilwa Tirth) and Chandi Devi Temple (Neel Parvat). Haridwar is also known globally for Ayurveda, meditation and yoga. Since it is a religious centre, alcohol and non-vegetarian food are not permitted here. The city is well connected by bus and trains but is especially busy during the yatra season from May to October.
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