Har Ki Pauri Tourism
Type of destination: Religious/Spiritual Site
Ideal visit duration: 2-3 hours
Har Ki Pauri, located in the holy city of Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India, is one of the most sacred ghats in India. The name 'Har Ki Pauri' translates to 'Steps of Lord Shiva'. This revered place is famous for its Ganga Aarti, a religious prayer that takes place at dusk, with priests performing rituals and devotees floating 'diyas' (small oil lamps) on the River Ganges. The sight of countless lamps glowing on the water surface, with the reverberating chants and bells, creates a divine ambiance. Har Ki Pauri is believed to be the precise spot where the Ganges leaves the mountains and enters the plains, and taking a dip in the Ganges here is said to wash away one's sins. The place is always bustling with pilgrims and tourists, offering a palpable sense of spirituality and peace. The ghat has footsteps imprinted believed to belong to Lord Vishnu and is a witness to the Kumbh Mela, which is held every twelve years and considered the largest congregation of humanity for religious purposes.
Opening and Closing time of Har Ki Pauri
| Sunday |
Open 24 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 |
Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for Har Ki Pauri
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Tips when you are visiting to Har Ki Pauri
Morning Aarti
Attend the morning aarti for a quieter experience.
Evening Aarti
Arrive early for the evening aarti to get a good spot.
Save Environment
Avoid plastic usage to keep the river clean.
Respect Culture
Dress modestly as it is a place of worship.
Top 5 Reviews on Har Ki Pauri
raque0587721121
Wrote on 24th Dec, 2023
holy dip in the crystal clear and rejuvenating waters of river Ganges
holy dip in the crystal clear and rejuvenating waters of river Ganges. A serene bathing ghat thronged by the devotees pan India, offers the platform for the "Hindu" masses to perform their rituals and..
sanju_222323
Wrote on 30th Nov, 2023
the precise spot where the Ganga leaves the mountains and enters the plains
Haridwar is a special place being one of India’s 7 holy cities, and only second to Varanasi, it is the most popular place to watch the Ganga Aarti unfold.
The Ganga Aarti takes place at Har Ki Paur..
susanta_nath
Wrote on 28th Nov, 2023
Har ki Pauri visit
Good to observe evening Aarti from bridge itself, there is only Aarti at temple not on ghat so better to reach temple early. Aarti at ghat happens only on auspicious days. One can take bath in Ganges,..
csharma4
Wrote on 26th Nov, 2023
A visit to Har ki pauri
Great place to visit and enjoy the views of river Ganga. Safe to take a dip in the river with many barriers and chains to hold on to. Easy to reach from Dehradun.
However, be prepared to face crowds..
Chandar11
Wrote on 16th Oct, 2023
KAR KI PAURI - Hindu Religious Bathing Area
This is the main bathing area in Haridwar. Depending =on when you go it can be heaving. We went this time in Sept 2023 and it wasn’t that bad. We took turns to bathe and look after each other cl..
