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HARIDWAR - In Scriptures and Today
Archaeological finding have proved that terracotta culture dating between 1700 B.C. and 1200 B.C. existed in this region.
Legendary king Bhagirath is said to have brought the river Ganga from heaven to earth in order to provide salvation to his ancestors. It is also said that Haridwar has been sanctified by the presence of three Gods; Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. Lord Vishnu is said to have his foot print on the stone that is set in the upper wall of Har-Ki-Pauri where the Holy Ganga touches it all the times . Devout believers feel that they can go to heaven by getting their salvation after a dip in the sacred Ganga at Haridwar.
Haridwar is also one of the four places; where Kumbh Mela occurs after rotation of every twelve Years and Ardh Kumbh after every six years. It is said that drops of Amrit (Elixir) fell in to the Brahmkund of Har-Ki-Pairi, therefore considered that a dip in the Brahmakund on this particular day which is very auspicious and when Jupiter (Brahaspati) comes to the sign Aquarius (Kumbh) once in every twelve years the Maha Kumbh fair is celebrated at Haridwar. Kumbh, 1998 was the last Maha Kumbh of this century. Yet beyond the mystic aura and mythology, Haridwar casts another magic spell on the visitor. Being one of the oldest living cities, Haridwar finds its mention in the ancient Hindu scriptures as it waves through the life and time stretching from the period of the Buudha to the more recent British advent. Haridwar has not only remained the abode of the weary in body, mind and spirit, but also served as centre of attraction for many, for learning the arts science and culture. Haridwar's long standing position as a great source for Ayurvedic medicines and herbal remedies as well as its unique Gurukul school of traditional education, the scenic beauty and lush greenery...all give the city unique flavors and charm; a must among the sojourn centers in a discoverer's intinary of Uttarakhand - A destination for all seasons.
Haridwar is one of the first towns where Ganga emerges from the mountains to touch the planes. And that's why the water is crystal clear and cool. Lush green forests and small ponds add to the scenic beauty of this holy land. The Rajaji National Park is just 10 kms from Haridwar. Its an ideal destination for wild life and adventure lovers. In the evening the ghats look breathtakingly beautiful as thousands of diyas (lamps) and marigold flowers float and illuminate the holy waters.
Haridwar as today has not only religious importance but it has another temple of modern civilization i.e. BHEL, a 'Navratna PSU' to its credit. The Roorkee University at Roorkee is one of the oldest and prestigious institute of learning in the fields of science and engineering. Another university of the district i.e. Gurukul having vast campus is giving traditional educations of its own kind.
GEOGRAPHY
Haridwar district, covering an area of about 2360 sq.km. is in the
western part of Uttarakhand state of India. It's latitude and longitude
are 29.58 degree north and 78.13 degree east respectively. The height
from the sea level is 249.7 mts. The district came into existence on
28th Dec. 1988. Prior to its inclusion in the newly created state of
Uttarakhand, this district was a part of Saharanpur Divisional
Commissionary. The district is ringed by Saharanpur in the west,
Dehradun in the north and east, Pauri Garhwal in the east, Muzzaffar
Nagar and Bijnor in the south. The district headquarter is situated in
the Roshnabad, at a distance of about 12 kms from railway station. The
Collectorate, Vikas Bhawan, District Judiciary, S.S.P. Office, Police
line, District Jail, District sports stadium, Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
etc. are the prime establishments of this area. The district is
administratively subdivided into three tehsils i.e. Haridwar, Roorkee
and Laksar and six development blocks i.e. Bhagwanpur, Roorkee, Narsan,
Bahadrabad, Laksar and Khanpur. Haridwar is one of the first towns where
Ganga emerges from the mountains to touch the planes. As per the 2001
census, the population of the district is 14,44,213. Due to Haridwar's
location on the bank of river Ganga, it has plenty of water resources
and almost all kind of food grains are produced here in abundance. For
more statistical details, you may see 'District at a glance' on this web
site.
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