India: Haridwar, holiest places for Hindus by Suvrajit Dutta
Haridwar is one of the seven holiest places for Hindus. It literally means ‘Gateway to God' and the Holy Ganges leaves the mountains to flow down God’s own town. Hundreds of Hindus take a ritual dip in the Ganges at Haridwar believing it absolves a lifetime of sins. Haridwar is also known as the paradise for tourists for its scenic beauty.
Haridwar is one of the seven holiest places for Hindus. It literally means ‘Gateway to God' and the Holy Ganges leaves the mountains to flow down God’s own town.
Hundreds of Hindus take a ritual dip in the Ganges at Haridwar believing it absolves a lifetime of sins.
Haridwar is also known as the paradise for tourists for its scenic beauty.
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