Haridwar
Welcome to the magical journey of Haridwar!
Haridwar tour package provides opportunity to experience the holy river Ganges, sacred bathing ghats, ancient temples, ashrams, hymns of the priest and various holy rituals by Indian pilgrims. Haridwar is truly a kaleidoscope to the culture of India. Haridwar literally means Gateway to God. Haridwar is one of the most famous holy cities in India. Haridwar is widely visited by Hindus across the world. Hindus from all around the world try to have toured in Haridwar once in a lifetime. For Hindu people, Haridwar tour means to wash their sins. For some people, the Haridwar tour is part of their holy rituals. Groups of pilgrims come throughout the year for the spiritual tours in Haridwar. Normal tour in Haridwar starts and commemorates with enchanting sounds of temple bells and hymns of priests. Har Ki Pauri is the major attraction during the Haridwar holidays. In the evening a people perfume worship to goddess Ganga with earthen lamps, flowers, and incense sticks at Har Ki Pauri.
FOOD IN HARIDWAR
As has been suggested by the Haridwar tourist information, the food in Haridwar majorly constitutes of vegetarian North Indian food, while you can also relish the South-Indian, Bengali, Chinese and Continental cuisines that also find a place in Haridwar food. The Thali which is an assortment of all locally made delicacies has risen to be the most popular food in Haridwar. One can also enjoy mouth-watering Chole Bhature, Dosas and Chinese items for Tiffin and all these form a major chunk special food of Haridwar.
Being a pilgrimage center, there are strict restrictions on non-vegetarian foods and alcoholic drinks in Haridwar food. The most popular food of Haridwar is the rich and colorful street food, which makes the tourists fall in love with the town. Aloo Puri, Kachori, Lassi, Parathas and a huge variety of traditional sweets are some of the other great foods to eat in Haridwar.
LANGUAGE AND FESTIVALS OF HARIDWAR
As has been suggested by the Haridwar tourist information, the primary local language of Haridwar is Hindi which is generally preferred by tourists as well as local people. Sanskrit is also considered as one of the local languages of Haridwar due to the connection of the place with Hindu mythology. Other local languages of Haridwar include Garwhali and various dialects. Being a popular tourist spot, some people speak and understand English also.
It is indeed a treat to visit this place when the festivals of Haridwar are celebrated with full spirit and enthusiasm. The festivals of Haridwar are mostly related to the deities worshipped in the Hindu Mythology.
The largest and the most popular among the fairs and festivals of Haridwar is the Kumbh Mela. The gathering of innumerable devotees, followers, tourists, photographers, journalists, local people, and the volunteers make this Haridwar festival a spectacular one. This world-famous fair is organized every 12 years and devotees wait for the special occasion to visit Haridwar during the festival.
Another major religious fair, which is celebrated every 6 years is the Ardh Kumbh Mela. Tourists from every corner of the world come down to Haridwar at this time of the year to take a dip in the holy Ganga River and wash out their sinful deeds. Other Haridwar festivals like Holi and Diwali are celebrated with grandeur and pompousness. The Haridwar Ghats in the night take a heavenly look with the lighted lamps floating in the water.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Although the Haridwar can be visited all throughout the year, October to February are considered as the months of winter in Haridwar. The weather during this time is quite chilly with the temperature ranges from 6°C to 20°C. Alike summer, winter is also the pleasant season to visit Haridwar.
