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Haridwar is the land of temples where spirituality meets with peace. The powerful enchants of Ganga Arti, and the vibrations of the bells of the temples fill the heart with positivity and calmness in the soul.
Known for its religious vibes and spiritual connection with God, Haridwar is a sacred city that embodies devotees' faith in tradition and reverence.
Following is the list of temples in Haridwar that are easily accessible via Haridwar Railway station, Haridwar bus station and Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun. Only some of the temples in Haridwar located on the hill can be reached via Udankhatolas.
Let’s explore the religious significance of the city; Here is the list of the top 10 famous temples in Haridwar:
Dedicated to Goddess Chanda Devi, it is one of India's ancient temples. It is greatly revered in Hinduism. The temple is crowded primarily during Navratri, Kumbh Mela and the festivals of Chandi Chaudas.
The temple is beautifully built on the top of Bilwa Parvat, offering a mesmerising view of the city. It is believed that Goddess Mansa Devi arrived from Lord Shiva’s mind; hence, every wish is fulfilled after visiting the temple.
The Vaishno Devi temple is quite similar to one in Kashmir. It consists of caves and tunnels, which one has to pass through to reach the temple where shrines of Goddesses are present.
Hari ki Pauri is one of the ghats on the banks of the river Ganga. It is the biggest attraction of Haridwar. It is well renowned all over the country for Ganga Arti, which takes place at 7:30 in the evening.
Sati Kund, also known as Yagna Kund is another attraction of Haridwar famous for its epic story of Sati. It is located at the same site where Sati burnt herself in the fire for Lord Shiva.
The temple is dedicated to Pawan Dev or Vayu Dev, a great tourist attraction. The walls of the temple are beautifully designed with glasswork. It is a modern temple with ancient values and clean surroundings.
Also known as Daksheshwar Mahadev Temple, it is one of the oldest temples in Haridwar. The temple houses Sati Kund and the thousand-year-old Banyan Tree. The temple is beautifully decorated during Mahashivratri.
The temple comprises two floors having two idols. The ground floor is dedicated to Tirthankar Shri Adinath Bhagwan and the first floor to Shri Chintamani Parshwanath.
Bharat Mata Temple is an eight-story building not only for devotees but also for patriots of India, a way of devotion to Mother India. The floors are dedicated to God as well as to the heroes of India.
It is one of the ancient temples in Haridwar built by a devotee of Lord Shiva, ‘Neel’. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva but named as Neeleshwar given the faith of a supreme devotee.
One of the three Shakti Peethas, the temple is dedicated to Maya Devi, an incarnation of Goddess Shakti. It is believed that the heart and navel of Sati were fallen, and thus, the temple was built.
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple is directed towards the rising sun. The Shivling has a unique eye-shaped opening, which is one of a kind in India. Maha Mrityunjaya mantra is recited all day in the temple.
Haridwar holds timeless significance for India’s religious and spiritual beliefs. Temples in Haridwar serve as an epitome of devotion, tradition and culture. Whether Mansa Devi temple or Ganga Ghat; each spot provides eternal peace to visitors and tourists.
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