About Haridwar - Har Ki Pauri

Har Ki Pauri is the most sacred ghat in Haridwar, where the Ganges leaves the mountains and enters the plains. The name means "Footsteps of the Lord" - according to legend, Lord Vishnu left his footprint here.

This is one of the most important sites for Asthi Visarjan (immersion of ashes), Pind Daan, and Shraddh ceremonies. The evening Ganga Aarti here is world-famous and deeply spiritual.


हर की पौड़ी हरिद्वार का सबसे पवित्र घाट है, जहां गंगा पहाड़ों से मैदानों में उतरती है। इसका नाम "भगवान के चरण" है - पौराणिक कथाओं के अनुसार, भगवान विष्णु ने यहां अपने पदचिह्न छोड़े थे।

यह अस्थि विसर्जन, पिंड दान और श्राद्ध कर्म के लिए सबसे महत्वपूर्ण स्थलों में से एक है। यहां की शाम की गंगा आरती विश्व प्रसिद्ध और अत्यंत आध्यात्मिक है।

Religious Significance

Haridwar significance:
1. One of the seven holiest places (Sapta Puri) in Hinduism
2. Ganga water here is considered most pure for rituals
3. Ashes immersed here ensure the soul's liberation
4. Site of Kumbh Mela every 12 years

Photo Gallery

Har Ki Pauri Ghat Har Ki Pauri Ghat
Ganga Aarti Haridwar Ganga Aarti Haridwar
Haridwar Evening View Haridwar Evening View

How to Reach

Haridwar is connected by rail and road. Major stations include Haridwar Junction and Rishikesh.

Available Facilities

Ghat Steps
Changing Rooms
Dharamshala
Priests
Puja Shops
Parking

Best Time to Visit

October-March, Pitru Paksha period

Quick Info

  • Location: Haridwar
  • Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (35 km)
  • Nearest Railway: Haridwar Junction (1 km)
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