Haridwar

Haridwar in Uttar Pradesh is one of the famous pilgrimage centres of India. It lies in the valley of Shivalik Mountain ranges, on the banks of the Holy Ganges. Haridwar is a place of temples. Jhandidevi temple built in 1929 is located on the Nilagiris 3km. from Jhndighat. It is believed that the idol of Jhandidevi was placed by Adi Sankaracharya. Daksha Mahadeva Temple is another one at Kankhal 4 km. from Haridwar. Manasadevi Temple on the Bilva mountains is accessible through the mountain path. There is also a rope way connecting Jhandidevi temple and this temple. The art and sculpture of these temples are very beautiful. Many Snanghats are there in Haridwar. Thousands of lighted lamps decorated with flowers floating in the Holy Ganges is a marvellous sight. Haridwar is an education centre for science, arts and culture. It is also a well known place for ayurvedic treatment.