Top Attractions in Haridwar

Haridwar, an Indian city of Uttrakhand is well known religious place and is often termed as “Hari ka dwar”. There is a large number of tourist places in Haridwar that attract travellers from across the country and the world. Close by this Hindu pilgrimage city, there lies another small city called Dehradun that serves as the honeymoon destination of India along with a getaway destination for backpackers and solo travellers. Both the city of Uttarakhand is located in the lap of the Himalayas. To explore the best of both cities, anyone can look up Haridwar tour places on Google but the confusing long list will not guarantee the best at minimum. Hereby, we have listed the top 3 places to visit in Dehradun and Haridwar for your amazing 24 hours trip.

Places to visit in Haridwar

Har Ki Pauri

Situated on the bank of river Ganga, this attraction is a major landmark and widely popular among the devotees in Haridwar. This is one of the famous ghats in the country that is known to host the stunning Ganga Aarti, the world has ever seen. It is believed that Har Ki Pauri is the first-ever spot where the Amrit (nectar) fell on earth and it is the birthplace of the river Ganga. Brahma Kund in Har ki Pauri hosts the infamous Ganga aarti that outreaches travellers and several devotees from around the world. This place is also known for one of the biggest fairs of the country – Kumbh and Ardh Kumbh Mela (fair). Located in the center of the city, this is a must-try experience of a lifetime.

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple

Being one of the other popular religious destinations in the city of Uttarakhand, this temple is sacred and famous for its mesmerizing surroundings. Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is situated at an elevation of 1330 meters, close to the Nar Narayan mountain range, and a distance of 32 km from Rishikesh. With a heart-warming entrance and attractive architecture, this holy place is dedicated to Lord Shiva who was said to have consumed the poison that came out from Samundra Manthan.

Chilla Range

This destination offers a delightful encounter with the beautiful wildlife of the region and is popular for its wildlife sanctuary situated close by the Chilla canal. The sanctuary covers approx. 250 sq. km area being located on the bank of the river Ganga. It offers a stunning view of the Himalayan range, a comforting atmosphere of mountainous flora, and a perfect small trekking destination for families. This destination serves as an adventure outing spot for travellers.

Places to visit in Dehradun

Sahastradhara

The name itself means the ‘thousand-fold spring’, is situated at the bank of Baldi river, located at approx. 14 km from Dehradun. This destination is extremely popular for its mesmerizing waterfall and surprising twists and turns of the caves. Sahastradhara is a Sulphur water pool, known for its medical values and a ropeway towards the hilltop from the spot adds an adventurous factor to the place.

Khalanga War Memorial

The war memorial of the Dehradun states the brave story of Gorkhas who fought for the people of the country. The Khalanga War Memorial is located 5 km from the city and is the first-ever memorial established for the opponents by the British army after the battle of Nalapani in the 18th century.

Maldevta

This is a delightful riverside vacation spot for backpackers and travellers looking for calm and comfort in the lap of nature. Surrounded by dense forest and the surreal Song River flowing through the region, Maldevta is the natural beauty that captures the soul of tourists across the country. It is located close to Raipur and an ideal place to explore during the summers of April to June.

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