Haridwar Accommodation

Searching for hotels in Haridwar (India) or Haridwar accommodation?  Haridwar is an intriguing holy city in Uttarakhand, India. It is one of the seven holiest places of the Hindu and is richly endowed with religious attractions as well as a scenic environment. Rishikesh on the banks of the River Ganga is a popular pilgrimage center worth a visit. Here you can learn yoga and meditation amidst a peaceful and breathtaking environment. The International Yoga festival is held here annually in February on the banks of the tranquil Ganga for a whole week.
Piran Kalier is a major attraction. It signifies the unity between Muslim and Hindu religions and is famed for its mystical powers. The Urs event is celebrated here in the Rabeeull month of the Islamic calendar. A visit to the Sureshwari Devi Temple is recommended as it is dedicated to the goddess Durga and is found in the beautiful forest of the Rajaji National Park. The park provides enjoyable adventures and wildlife sanctuaries on a splendid landscape. Jairam Ashram is known for its diorama exhibitions and a monumental white statue of the famous Samudra manthan episode.
Kodiyala offers exciting rafting opportunities for those seeking a fun vacation in the town. For a spectacular view of the Hardiwar, then the hill of Mussoorie provides a great vantage point. Hardiwar hosts several religious festivals throughout the year such as the Kavad Mela, Somvati Amavasya Mela and the Gughal Mela which attracts millions of people. Every twelve years, the grand Kumbh Mela is held when the planet Jupiter comes into the sign Aquarius. At this time, over 80 million pilgrims stampede through the town just to take a bath in the holy River Ganges. Other festivals include Buddha Poornima in April and the monthly Ekadashis.
The Haveli Hari Ganga is a sophisticated hotel in the city featuring a splendid spa, comfortable rooms and private ghat and balconies with a river view. Hotel LandMark is ideally located near to major religious sites and provides clean and adequate rooms. Many other accommodations are available in the town at reasonable prices and located in a fine environment. - Browse the Haridwar Map or compare Haridwar accommodation from Hotels, Motels, B&Bs, Lodging & Hostels to Holiday & Caravan Parks.