Mussoorie - Rishikesh - Haridwar Tour
Duration : 02 Nights / 03 DaysDestinations Covered : Delhi - Mussoorie - Rishikesh - haridwar - Delhi
Places to Visit :
Mussorie- Gun Hill
- Children Park Library
- Kulri Bazar
- Picture Palace
- Ropeway
- Kempty falls
Rishikesh- Laxman Jhoola
Haridwar
- Har ki Pouri
Mussoorie - Popularly known as the queen of hills, this charming hill station, 34 kms. From Dehradun. Enchanting view of pine covered hill slopes and snow capped mountains leave an indelible impression on one's mind.The modern bungalows, malls and well laid gardens which are located on the small hills around the area are enough to attract any tourist.
Mussoorie is an excellent respite for tourists and people who want relief from the hot sultry conditions of the plains. Nature has gifted Musoorie everything which makes a place beautiful. With the onset of summers tourists start coming here.
Gun Hill - is second highest point in Mussoorie. From Gunhill Mussoorie appears to be changing colours every other minute. Each moment a different scene appears before your eyes. There are many shops on the hill top so one can have a small little picnic here.
Childer's Lodge - This is the highest peak in Mussoorie, about 5 Kms from the Tourist Office. One can walk or go on a horse back for a glimpse of snow-clad mountains. It is fascinating to get the glimpse and never lets you go back home.
Kulri Bazaar - is one of the main shopping centers of Mussoorie. This bazaar at the Mall offers various Indian artifacts, fabrics and other products at reasonable rates. There are also many hotels and restaurants serving Indian and European cuisines. The Camel's Back Road, popular horse-ride route, Kempty Falls, Mussoriestarts from Kulri Bazaar.
Kempty Falls - Kempty Falls, located 15 kms from Mussoorie are the biggest attraction of the place. With water cascading down from an altitude of 4,500 feet and splitting further into five cascades, Kempty Falls offers a panoramic view. This place was developed as a tourist destination by John Mekinan after 1835.
Lakshman Jhoola - This suspended iron bridge was build in 1939 and has been a major attraction among the tourists. Ram Jhoola- The other suspended Iron bridge was recently constructed between Shivanand Ashram and Sawarg Ashram.
Rishikesh - A celebrated spiritual centre, Rishikesh enjoys a calm environment, impressive water front and dense forest hills. Virtually a town of saints, sages and scholars, Rishikesh is a large religious centre situated at the right bank of river Ganga.
There are a number of Ashrams where religious discourses are held for the benefit of the visitors. The place is also a renowned centre for Yoga teachings. River rafting is another attraction for Rishikesh. A number of organizations have established their camps 15 kms. Upstream. Good hotels are available in addition to a tourist bungalow and many Dharamshalas.
Haridwar - is situated on the right side of the bank of the holy Ga nga, and is the point where the river spreads over the northern plains. Associated with both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, Haridwar is among the seven sacred cities of India. It is also one of the four venues for the Kumbh Mela, held in its magnitude every twelve years. Essentially a religious centre which holds promise of salvation for devotees, Haridwar is also a centre of herbal medicine, and traditional studies at Gurukul Kangri. There are many places of scenic beauty on the outskirts of the town.
Har Ki Pauri - This ghat is one of the most sacred ghats in India. People say that this ghat was built by Vikramaditya in memory of his brother Bhartrihari. This ghat is also known as Brahmakund. In the evening a Maha Aarti is performed on this ghat. It is an event which is a must, not be missed by any visitor.
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Haridwar, the city considered as the spiritual heart of India, is located in the lap of the Himalayas in Uttaranchal. Haridwar is an ancient pilgrimage site, held in reverence for centuries. It is believed that having a dip here in the holy river Ganga opens doors to salvation. Pilgrims flock here from all over the world to ceremonially bathe in the holy ganga.
Sacred bath at Harki-Pauri : On the banks of Ganga, Har Ki Pauri is the major pilgrimage attraction in Uttaranchal. This sacred ghat is extremely important as footprints of Lord Vishnu are found in here. Har Ki Pauri is a famous ghat on the banks of the Ganges and the major landmark of the holy city of Haridwar. Literally, "Har" means "Lord Shiva", "ki" means "of" and "pauri" means "steps". Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu are believed to have visited the Har ki Paudi in the Vedic times.