| Hardwar is one of the 4 holy cities
along the Ganges where a Kumbh Mela takes place every
12 years. Hardwar or Haridwar is a beautiful city located
at the foothills of the Himalayas around 210 kms from
Delhi. Haridwar, the gateway to the four pilgrimages
in the Uttarakhand region, is located on the foothills
of the Shivaliks. Several temples and ashrams dot this
town and a visit to Haridwar is like stepping into a
totally different world. Haridwar is among 7 sacred
cities of India. There are many places of scenic beauty
on the outskirts of the city.
Haridwar or Hardwar has been given many names
in the prehistoric times. Haridwar has a literal meaning that
is the " gateway to the abode of Gods ". Lush green
forests and small ponds adorns the scenic beauty of this holy
land. In mythology Hardwar is known as Kapilsthaan, and its
other names are Gangadwar, Tapovan, Mayapuri,... It is said
that gods left their footprints on the land of Haridwar. Metaphorically
they also left an indelible mark on the spiritual ethos of
every hindu - more so, the devout, who would later follow
their holy paths all across this blessed land.
Haridwar has not only remained the abode of
the weary in body, mind and spirit, but also served as a center
of attraction for many, for learning the arts, science and
culture. Haridwar is one of the first towns where ganga
emerges from the mountains to touch the plains. And that is
why the water at Haridwar is crystal clear and cool. Mythologically
drops of nectar churned out from the primordial ocean full
at the four sites of the Kumbh
Mela fair including Haridwar.
Enjoy the following pictures of Hardwar by clicking
to see the large pictures :
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