Haridwar
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Haridwar, 214 km northeast of Delhi, is at the base of the Shivalik hills, where the Ganga, flowing from the mighty Himalayas, meets the plains. Amongst the many pilgrimage spots that are situated along the length of the holy Ganga, Haridwar, perhaps, is the holiest in the land. According to the myth attached to Haridwar, drops of nectar churned out from the primordial ocean; fell at the four sites of the Kumbh fair, which included Haridwar. The Kumbh and the Ardh Kumbh fairs are grand events, when millions of devoted Hindus take a holy dip in the Ganga.
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Har-ki-Pauri, This is one of the most famous bathing ghats at Haridwar. The best time to visit this spot, is at sunset, when you can see the 'Aarti' of Ganga being performed. A daily ritual, it is a breathtaking sight, as thousands of earthen lamps light up the night.
Bhimganga Tank, On the way to Rishikesh, this tank is said to have been made by Bhim, with a jab of his knee, when the Pandavas were going to the Himalayas through Haridwar.
Canal Centenary Bridge, Located near Har-ki-Pauri, this bridge commands a beautiful view of the canal, and all the ghats.
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Access by Air:
Haridwar does not have its own airport. The nearest airport Dehradun, Jolly Grant, Bhaniawala airports are connected to Delhi and Lucknow.
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Access by Rail:
Haridwar is well connected by rail to Howrah (1438 kms), Bombay (1574 kms), Delhi (199 kms), Lucknow (475 kms), Agra (365 kms).
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Access by Road:
Haridwar is 24 kms from Rishikesh, by road.
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