What should I buy from Haridwar?

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Shopping Haridwar Rishikesh Souvenirs

Old Coins. Coin changers can be found in most popular places, near temples in these holy towns too.
Stone Shaligrams.
Pickles & Murabba.
Ayurvedic Herbs.
Bel and Buransh Squash.
Walking Sticks.
Rudraksha Mala.
Brass Puja Items.

Is Haridwar worth visiting?

The ancient city is home to a number of temples, ashrams, ghats and numerous other revered sites for Hindu pilgrims. Panch Tirths (Five Pilgrimages) are one of the foremost places to visit in Haridwar – Har Ki Pauri, Mansa Devi Temple, Chandi Devi Temple, Kankhal and Kushavarta.

Which place is better to stay Haridwar or Rishikesh?

Rishikesh is peaceful and very beautiful. Haridwar looks very religious place with lots of tourist. Haridwar is well connected by bus and train. Haridwar is known for its ashram and temples.

Which river is in Haridwar?

the Ganges (Ganga) River
Haridwar, also spelled Hardwar, city, northwestern Uttarakhand state, northern India. Haridwar lies along the Ganges (Ganga) River, at the boundary between the Indo-Gangetic Plain (south) and the Himalayan foothills (north). It is the site of the headworks of the Ganges Canal system.

Which God is Haridwar?

Haridwar also termed as ‘Gateway to Gods’ is known as Mayapuri, Kapila, Gangadwar as well. The followers of Lord Shiva(Har) and followers of Lord Vishnu(Hari) pronounce this place Hardwar and Hardwar respectively as told by some.

What is the best time to go Haridwar?

While the town experiences a moderate climate all through the year, the best time to visit Haridwar is between November and March as the weather is cool and pleasant when you are out exploring the place. Like we said earlier, Haridwar is a holy destination and it has its share of religious festivals.

Which God is in Haridwar?

It is also said that Haridwar has been sanctified by the presence of three Gods; Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. Lord Vishnu is said to have his foot print on the stone that is set in the upper wall of Har-Ki-Pauri where the Holy Ganga touches it all the times .

Can we see Himalayas from Haridwar?

1. Re: See the Himalayas from Haridwar? About 24 Kms from Haridwar. Located in the laps of lower Himalayas, and is surrounded by scenic beauty of the hills on three sides with Holy Ganga flowing through it.