Har ki Pauri Ghat

Overview

Har ki Pauri Ghat is a revered ghat located in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. It is one of the most sacred ghats in India and holds immense religious significance for Hindus.

It is believed that a dip in the holy waters of the Ganges at Har ki Pauri cleanses one of all sins and facilitates liberation from the cycle of life and death.

Religious Site Historical Site

Location

Address

Haridwar, Uttarakhand

Neighborhood: Haridwar

Coordinates

29.949800, 78.165000

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday Open 24 hours

tuesday Open 24 hours

wednesday Open 24 hours

thursday Open 24 hours

friday Open 24 hours

saturday Open 24 hours

sunday Open 24 hours

Admission

Adults

Free

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

October-March

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds and peaceful atmosphere

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

30 minutes

Recommended

2 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

warm

• Ganga Aarti
• flower offerings

summer

hot

• holy dip

autumn

cool

• festival of lights

winter

cool

• holy dip

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Dress modestly
Remove shoes before entering
Respect local customs

What to Bring

essential

ID water bottle towel

seasonal

sun hat umbrella

not allowed

non-vegetarian food alcohol

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• crowded areas

Medical facilities: basic first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash

Currency

Indian Rupee (INR)

Typical Costs

entry $0

parking $1

food $2

offerings $1

Dress Code

modest clothing, comfortable shoes, remove before entering, inappropriate clothing, revealing attire

Booking Tips

• not required
• local travel agencies
• flexible
• not available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Haridwar Guide

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Aarti timings, Local info

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

Distance: 35 km

Travel Time: 1 hour

taxi

$15 1 hour

public_transport

$2 1.5 hours

From City Center

Distance: 2 km

auto rickshaw

$1 10 min

bus

$0.50 15 min

taxi

$3 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Spiritual significance and daily rituals

Historical Significance: Mentioned in ancient Hindu texts

Insider Tips

Free entry anytime
Best views from the steps of the ghat

Local Recommendations

• Try local sweets
• Visit nearby temples

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Namaste

thank_you Dhanyavaad

where_is Kaha hai

how_much Kitna hai

beautiful Sundar

ticket Pravesh ka ticket

Guide Languages: Hindi, English

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main ghat area

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Breathtaking shot

#Haridwar #Ganges #HarKiPauri

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas inside temples

flash photography not allowed during aarti

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Mansa Devi Temple

Distance: 3km

Walking: 30 min

Type: Temple

Chandi Devi Temple

Distance: 5km

Walking: 1 hour