The ancient city of Haridwar offers an exciting blending of cultures. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in India. Its atmosphere is thick with mysticism and covered in worshippers. Being one of India,s seven holiest towns, its advantageous location next to the sacred River Ganga has increased its attractiveness. A scene so ethereal and captivating is created by the sweet aroma of incense sticks, the chanting of monks, Sadhus all over the revered Ganga Ghats, and the joyful Ganga Aarti each morning and evening.Explore all these beautiful memories with Chardham yatra valley of flower Hemkund sahib from Haridwar plan.
With time, it has evolved into something more than a religious centre where pilgrims flocked to undergo ashes immersions or plunge into the river to wipe away their sins.
In reality, it has developed into a yoga, cultural, and spiritual centre and has become a key location for modern-day Sanskrit language study. Since Haridwar accurately represents Indian culture, it has plenty to offer tourists. Here is a list of the top sites in this revered city during a trip to Badrinath Yatra.
King Vikramaditya constructed the ghat Har Ki Pauri, one of the most well-known locations in Haridwar. It is said that Vikramaditya gave the order to build this ghat in honour of his sibling Bharthari. The evening Aarti, which is organised every evening with considerable passion, is Har Ki Pauri's main draw. It's one of those Haridwar events that you shouldn't miss. Following the Aarti, worshippers float Lamps in the Ganges River, which sparkles beautifully in the dusk.
The Bharat Mata Mandir, located on the Ganges bank that flows through Haridwar, was founded by Swami Satyamitranand Giri. It was constructed in Bharat Mata's honour, who stands in for all of India. It is a large, distinctive temple in Haridwar that honours Mother India and now has gods from ancient myths.
Chandi Devi Temple, constructed by Emperor Suchat Singh, is positioned atop Neel Parvat. A 3-mile hike or cable car ride from Chandighat will get you to the temple. Legend has it that Chandi, the goddess, slew Chanda-Munda there, the commander of the army of the Evil Kings Sumbha as well as Nishumba.
The revered saint Adi Shankaracharya is thought to have founded the temple's primary deity in the eighth century. Devotees go here from all over the world in search of spiritual favours. Haridwar's Chandi Devi Mandir is a must-see attraction. Get the best Chardham Plan from us to explore such things.
Arrival at the Airport / railway station meet and assist by ITT executive and later to Drive to Barkot via Dehradun & Mussoorie. Enroute visit Kempty Fall and others later drive straight to your Hotel for night halt.
Early morning after breakfast (packed breakfast), move to Jankichatti / Phoolchatti & star trek from here to Yamunotri (6kms) (Either by walk or by horse or by Doli at own cost). After taking bath in Jamunabai Kund's warm water and having “Darshan” of “Yamunotri” return to Jankichatti by trek. Later move towards Barkot, Stay overnight at Barkot.
Yamunotri Temple: Maharani Gularia of Jaipur constructed the temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and reconstructed again. At Yamunotri, One can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the Tapt kund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as “Prasad”. Here near the temple “Pooja” can be offered to Divya Shila.
Surya Kund: There are a Number of thermal springs near temple, which flows into numerous pools. The most significant of these is Surya Kund.
Yamunotri Weather : In summer the maximum temp is 18 degrees and the minimum is 10 degrees Celsius. The days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold
Morning after breakfast, moving for Uttarkashi. Check into the hotel arrival in Uttarkashi. Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi. Stay overnight at Uttarkashi.
Uttarkashi is home to a number of ashrams, temples. The name of the town reflects its similarity to and location (as north of) the city of Kashi (Varanasi). Similar to Varanasi, town of Uttarkashi is also situated on the banks of River Ganga.
Vishwanath temple - Vishwanath temple is one of the oldest Shiva temples in Northern India. Rebuilt in 1857 by Maharani Khaneti Devi of Tehri State in the ancient architectural style. It is situated at the heart of the town. A heavy iron trident, symbolic of divine mother's, is erected and worshiped from time immemorial at the temple complex. Ganeshji, Sakshi Gopal, Markandeya Rishi's small shrines are also part of the temple complex. Akhand Jyoti as well as Akhand Abhishek, special aarti at morning and evening is offered. As per Skunda Puran, Uttarkashi is known as 'Saumya Varanasi', the abode of Lord Shiva in Kaliyug and counted as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.
Shakti temple - Right in front of the Vishwanath temple is Shakti temple. It has a big 'Trishul (Trident)'' of about 6 meters in height and a circumference of 90 cms. at bottom. Though there are different views about the making of this, the upper part of it seems to be made up of iron and the lower one is of copper. As per the epics this Shakti was thrown on the devils by the Goddess Durga (Shakti), hence it gets its name. Since then this Shakti is erected over here.
Uttarkashi Weather - Generally hot in summer, the temperature average from 30-35 degree Celsius but nights is agreeable, Cold in winters.
Early morning (5:00 AM) drive to Gangotri. At Gangotri take a holy dip in the river Ganga, It's also called Bhagirathi at its origin. Then go for Temple darshan, after temple darshan drive back to Uttarkashi for overnight stay.
Morning (7:00 AM) after breakfast check out from the hotel and then drive to Guptkashi via Tehri Dam. On arrival at Guptkashi check-in the hotel, in evening we will visit the famous temple of Kashi –Vishwnath at Guptkashi. After temple darshan back to hotel for overnight stay.
Early morning ( 5:00 AM) check-out from the hotel and drive to Gourikund. From here, we will start 17 Kms trek to Kedarnath. Either by walk, Doli or by horse at own cost. On arrival at Kedarnath, check-in. In the evening visit Shankaracharya Samadhi behind the temple and take a part in evening Aarti. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Early morning (4:00 AM) go for temple darshan, after darshan back to Hotel. After breakfast trek down to Gaurikund. Later drive to Guptkashi. On arrival check-in the Hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Morning ( 7:00 AM) after breakfast drive to Badrinath via Chopta. On arrival check-in the hotel. After a short break go for interesting sightseeing of Mana Village (the last village before the Tibetan border). Visit Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, Charanpaduka, Bhim pul and the "Mukh" of the Saraswati river. After that back to hotel, In the evening go for aarti. Overnight at hotel.
Early morning ( 4:00 AM ) take bath in Taptkund it's also called Suryakund then go for temple darshan, after having temple darshan back to hotel. After breakfast check-out from hotel and proceed to Govind Ghat. From here, start 14 kms trek to Ghangaria. On arrival check-in hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Morning (7:00) after breakfast start 4 Kms trek to Valley of Flower. After spending some time in this spectacular valley then trek down to Ghangaria for overnight stay at the hotel.
Morning start trek to Hemkund Sahib. upon arrival Darshan of Shree Hemkun Saheb Ji. than trek down to Ghangharia. Overnight stay at hotel.
Morning after breakfast start ur 13 km trek Back to Govinghat and drive to Pipalkothi. Enroot visit Auli. Overnight stay.
morning, after relux breakfast. Drive back to Haridwar. Check in Hotel. Overnight stay. visit Rishikesh Local Sight Seeing (Ram Jhulla, Laxman Jhulla, Triveni Ghat, Parmarth Niketan, Shivananda and Gita Kutir). After Lunch, drive to Haridwar. transfer to Railway Station / Airport.