Haridwar Tours is the gateway to the four pilgrimages of Uttaranchal. It’s also your starting point on the journey to the sacred sources of the rivers Ganga and the Yamuna. According to legend, Prince Bhagirath performed penance here to salvage the souls of his ancestors who had perished due to sage Kapil’s curse - Tour to Haridwar. 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 salvation of their ancestors. You can find more details of Haridwar Tour Packages in www.holidaymasti.com.
Facts & Figures
Area 2360 sq. kms
Latitude 29.58 degree North
Longitude 78.13 degree East
Altitude 249.7 mts
Temperature Max. 40.1 °C; Min. 1.8 °C
Average Rainfall 2315.4 mm
Population 1447190 (2001 census)
Literacy Rate 64.60%
No. of Subdivisions 3
No. of Tehsils 3
No. of Villages 627
STD Code 0133
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