Haridwar known as the gateway of god regarded as one of the seven holiest places to Hindus. The sacred Ganga River first touched the plains at Haridwar after traveling a long distance through mountains, as its ancient name was Gangadwara. It is believed that after taking bath in this sacred River all the sins have been cleaned. Haridwar is among the four place where the nectar fell known as Har ki Pauri (footprnts of Amrita), the most sacred ghat of Haridwar.
The importance of haridwar can be considered as thousand of pilgrims and devotees came here during festivals and take a holy dip in the Ganga River.On a tour to Haridwar you can’t miss the evening ritual of floating divas and lamps adorned with beautiful flowers, it is really an awesome sight to see the Ganges flowing with little flames all around in the evening.
