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HARIDWAR TRAVEL GUIDE
Travel Guides are a fantastic way to get information about a place that you are about to visit or haven’t been yet. At Sun Hotel Haridwar, we understand this and thus have come up with the Haridwar Travel Guide – an online source aimed at guiding visitors who want to visit Haridwar but have no idea about the town, its location, food and culture. The guide covers all important sections like shopping, town attractions, Haridwar history, festivals, and temples located in Haridwar.
How to reach Haridwar
Haridwar stands at a distance of about 200 km from New Delhi, the capital of India. It is also very well linked by the road and rail network from all parts of India. Although, Haridwar can be visited at any point of time in a year, but it is advised that you avoid going there in the Hindu month of Sawan that comes in July every year. This is because at this point of time in the year you will encounter heavy rainfall.
How to reach Haridwar by air route
If you are reaching Haridwar by flight then you will be getting down at Dehradun’s Jolly Grant Airport. Then you need to travel 35 Km to reach Haridwar.
How to reach Haridwar by train
Haridwar is well connected to all major cities of India. Reach at Haridwar Junction Railway Station through any of the frequent trains from Delhi or from Dehradun. It will take 3-4 hours to reach Haridwar if you are coming from Delhi; and if you are coming from Dehradun, then you will reach Haridwar in an hour. The train station is situated on the south side of town.
How to reach Haridwar by bus
Haridwar’s bus station is very near to the town’s railway station. It is advised that you book a comfortable bus to reach the town. Make sure your bus seat has cushioned and push back seats because the ride is going to be bumpy.
Haridwar Shopping
Haridwar is a very 
popular pilgrimage destination for Indians. This Hindu pilgrimage town has got many shops along the streets that sell things from bare essentials to souvenirs. Major shops are situated on the streets connecting railway station to the all famous Har Ki Pauri. This part of the holy town is known as the Main Bazaar. Many of the shops situated here sell pilgrim essentials. Retail outlets can also be seen here selling groceries, local handicrafts, and even branded apparels.
Haridwar Attraction
haridwar stands as 
the gateway to the Char Dham located in Garhwal – Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. Being the most important pilgrimage centre in India, it is visited by Hindu pilgrims, curious tourists and Naga Sadhus. Maximum tourists attractions located here are either temples or some or the other places that are religious in nature.
Haridwar History
Haridwar is a district
situated in the state of Uttarakhand, India. The history associated with this holy place is very interesting. If you are a nature lover, then this is a paradise for you. The place exhibits spectacular views of the Indian culture and its civilization. haridwar’s ancient name was Gangadwára, which means the entrance for River Ganga. After flowing continuously for 253 kilometers from its origin (at Gaumukh on the edge of the Gangotri Glacier) the River Ganga moves into the Indo-Gangetic Plains of North India through haridwar. haridwar also plays a significant role in being the point of entry to Dev Bhoomi and Char Dham- the four main holy sites, i.e. Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri.
Haridwar Festivales
“You are invited to the festival of haridwar and your life is blessed”
haridwar is the Gateway to God and stands among the most visited Hindu Holy places located in India. Situated on the banks of River Ganges, it attracts many Hindu pilgrims from all over the world. People of haridwar are very religious and observe many religious festivals and fairs. Along with celebrating all Hindu festivals, the major festivals celebrated here include Holi, Diwali, Kumbh Mela, and Ardh Kumbh Mela.
Popular fairs organized here include the Kartik Poornima, Shravan Poornima, Ganga Dussehra, Somwati Amavasya, and Kanwad mela.
Haridwar Temples
haridwar is the sacred town located in India. 
It is known for housing many popular temples for Hindus. The town’s name is an amalgamation of two words, Hari (meaning God) and Dwar (Gate). Many temples are located in this holy town, out of which maximum are dedicated either to Lord Shiva or Lord Vishnu.
It is known for housing many popular temples for Hindus. The town’s name is an amalgamation of two words, Hari (meaning God) and Dwar (Gate). Many temples are located in this holy town, out of which maximum are dedicated either to Lord Shiva or Lord Vishnu.