Book Nagar to Haridwar Cab
Nagar to Haridwar distnce : 395 km
Estimated travel time : 6.1 hours
Haridwar is very popular religious town. Haridwar is also known as Dwara of Hari (Gateway to God). Thousands of pilgrims daily came here to take bath in holy river Ganga. The main attraction is Har ki Pauri. Haridwar is home to Panch Tirth (five pilgrimage destinations) and three Siddha Peetha (a place where desires get fulfilled).
Haridwar is a city of religion, holiness, spirituality, yoga and ayurved. It is famous for its temples and ghats. As Ronald Barrett said ".. the Ganga is more than a river, she is the Holy Mother. She is Ganga Ma." Its common saying that "no child is too dirty to be embraced by its mother". Mother Ganga embraces everyone and everything that is put into her. Everyday thousands of pilgrims take bath in holy river in Haridwar to relieve themselves of their sins and achieve salvation. Haridwar celebrates a number of festivals including the very famous Kumbh Mela which occurs only once in 12 years according the Hindu mythology it is one of the place where drop of Amrita, the elixir of immortality, accidentally spilled over from the pitcher or Kumbha, in which it was being carried away by Garuda, the celestial bird and the vehicle of Lord Vishnu that is reason for the Kumbh Mela that held only four pious sites of India. Haridwar is also, the gateway to the four major pilgrimages- the Char Dham - Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri and Yamunotri.
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Nagar to Haridwar Cab Route
Nagar to Haridwar by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Nagar to Haridwar distance is 395 Km and is 6.1 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Rishikesh - Known as the "Yoga Capital of the World," Rishikesh is a popular stopover for its numerous ashrams, temples, and adventure activities like river rafting. It is located just 18 km from Haridwar.
2. Devprayag - This is the confluence point of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers, where they meet to form the holy river Ganga. Devprayag is of great religious significance and has several temples.
3. Rudraprayag - Located at the confluence of the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers, Rudraprayag is another important pilgrimage site and a scenic stopover. It is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and offers breathtaking views.
4. Karnaprayag - This is the place where the Alaknanda river is joined by the Pindar River. It is known for its ancient temples and natural beauty.
5. Chamoli - Chamoli is a district in Uttarakhand that offers splendid views of the Himalayas. It is known for its religious sites like the Nanda Devi temple and Badrinath temple.
6. Joshimath - A popular winter gateway to Badrinath, Joshimath is a town filled with ancient temples and is also known for its skiing slopes.
7. Auli - Located near Joshimath, Auli is a famous skiing destination, offering stunning views of the Himalayan peaks. It is a perfect place for adventure enthusiasts.
8. Badrinath - One of the Chardham destinations, Badrinath is considered one of the holiest towns in India. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and has the famous Badrinath temple attracting thousands of devotees each year.