About Haridwar
Purquazi to Haridwar distnce : 54 km
Estimated travel time : 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.
Taxi from Purquazi to Haridwar is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Purquazi to Haridwar by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Purquazi to Haridwar distance is 54 Km and is 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 spiritual city located on the banks of the Ganges River. It is famous for its ashrams, yoga centers, and the iconic Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula bridges.
2. Narendra Nagar - A small town known for its scenic beauty and panoramic views of the Himalayan range. It is home to the Ananda in the Himalayas, a luxury spa resort.
3. Devprayag - The confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers, which eventually form the River Ganges. Devprayag is considered holy and has several temples along the banks of the river.
4. New Tehri - Situated on the banks of the Tehri Lake, it is a popular tourist destination known for adventure sports like paragliding, trekking, and boating.
5. Chamba - Nestled amidst the Garhwal Himalayas, Chamba offers breathtaking views and is an ideal spot for nature lovers. The town also has several ancient temples and boasts of a peaceful environment.
6. Mussoorie - Known as the "Queen of Hills," Mussoorie is a popular hill station offering majestic views of the Shivalik range. It is famous for attractions like the Mall Road, Kempty Falls, and Lal Tibba.
7. Dehradun - The capital of Uttarakhand, Dehradun is a vibrant city surrounded by the Himalayas. The city has numerous tourist spots such as the Robber's Cave, Tapkeshwar Temple, and the Forest Research Institute.