About Haridwar
Poonch to Haridwar distnce : 788 km
Estimated travel time : 17.3 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.
Taxi from Poonch to Haridwar is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Poonch to Haridwar by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Poonch to Haridwar distance is 788 Km and is 17.3 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Dehradun - Located about 53 kilometers from Haridwar, Dehradun is famous for its scenic beauty and numerous educational institutions. You can visit attractions like Robber's Cave, Sahastradhara, and the famous Clock Tower market.
2. Rishikesh - Known as the "Yoga Capital of the World," Rishikesh is a popular spiritual destination. It offers serene landscapes, the iconic Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula suspension bridges, and beautiful ashrams along the Ganges River.
3. Mussoorie - Situated around 110 kilometers from Rishikesh, Mussoorie is a hill station known for its pleasant climate and picturesque landscapes. Explore the Mall Road for shopping, visit Kempty Falls, and enjoy breathtaking views from the Gun Hill viewpoint.
4. Shimla - Located in Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is a renowned hill station around 330 kilometers from Mussoorie. With its colonial architecture, scenic views, and pleasant weather, Shimla offers attractions like Mall Road, the Ridge, and Kufri.
5. Pathankot - Enroute to Poonch, Pathankot serves as a major transportation hub. While it may not be a popular tourist destination, you can visit the famous Ranjit Sagar Dam and the Shahpurkandi Fort.
6. Jammu - Known as the "City of Temples," Jammu is a major stopover point before reaching Poonch. Visit the famous Raghunath Temple, Bahu Fort, and Amar Mahal Museum.