Religious Places in Haridwar

Here are a few quick facts about Haridwar to make your travel safe and easy. Haridwar is a Pilgrimage destination. The best time to visit Haridwar is October, November, December, January and February. Since this is the peak season expect a little crowd during this time. March, April, May and June period experiences moderate weather. So, you can easily avoid facing a large gathering.

In peak season you can expect extremely chilly days with average temperatures dipping below 10°C, whereas in off-season, tourists expect heavy rainfalls with high levels of humidity. In moderate seasons, most of the expectation is clear blue skies and warm days followed by breezy nights. In Haridwar, the festivals of Baisakhi, Kanwar Mela, Somwati Amavasya, Kartik Purnima and Kumbh Mela are celebrated when a large number of tourists flock together. The festivals are celebrated in the month of April, July, July, November and Held once in every 12 years in the months of Mach and April respectively. So, if you are fond of bustling streets and localities, choose this time of the year to travel.

If your travel seems incomplete without getting into some fun activities then you will love to get indulged in the festive fervour at the temples. In moderate season you will love to get indulged in bathing in the holy river and mesmeric sunset vistas from Lakshman Jhula.

Whilst in Haridwar, we also recommend that you pay a visit to some of the most popular places which are Shantikunj Ashram, Har Ki Pauri and Rajaji National Park.