“Haridwar”

According to Hindu mythology , Haridwar (Load Vishnu’s Gate) is ‘the Gateway to the Gods’ is one of the seven holiest places.It is the gateway to the four pilgrimages of Uttaranchal/ Uttar pradesh. It’s also your starting point on the journey to the sacred sources of the Ganga and the Yamuna Rivers. It is also one of the four venues for the Kumbh Mela, held in its magnitude every twelve years.

Near by is the sacred bathing ghat of Brahma-kund where it is believed that Lord Brahma had performed a very elaborate ‘yagna‘ in ancient times.

According to legend, Prince Bhagirath performed penance here to salvage the souls of his ancestors who had perished due to Sage Kapila’s curse. The penance was answered and the river Ganga trickled forth from Lord Shiva’s locks and its bountiful water revived the sons of King Sagara. In the tradition of Bhagirath, devout Hindus stand in the sacred waters here, praying for the salvation of their ancestors.

Haridwar has earned fame as being the place which has been blessed by the trinity of Lord Shiva, Vishnu and Brahma. It is also one of the major Shaktipeeths.It is the major learning center for arts, science and culture.