Haridwar is identified for its excellent handicraft, fairs, folk dances, music and its kind and generous people. It can be called the cultural and religious capital of the state of Uttarakhand, also known as Ganga-Dwara because the holy Ganges trickles down from the North right here.

The Kumbh Mela, the grandeur of which can be witnessed only once in 12 years, Ganga Dussehra, Kavad Mela and Somvati Amavasya Mela, are some of the most revered events to attend in the country.

The best time to visit Haridwar is in the spring months of March-May and September-October, as the weather is pleasant for sightseeing, and the water of the Ganges is refreshing to step into. Nestled by the holy waters from the sacred river Ganges, Haridwar is often viewed as the gateway to God and justifies its name both concerning natural grandeur and spirituality.