Chandi Devi temple in Haridwar, Uttarakhand is a revered Hindu pilgrimage site in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India. Haridwar is an ancient town and a prime pilgrimage destination for Hindus and has many temples, of which Mansa Devi is one of the primary piths (or pilgrimages). Therefore, it sees busy footfalls all-round the year. Haridwar also happens […]
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Haridwar: 5 must do things when in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India
Haridwar , literally meaning ‘ abode of Lord Vishnu’ is one of the holiest cities in India and millions of people visit it every year. Located at the foothills of the Himalayas in the state of Uttarakhand, it is one of the most revered pilgrimages for Hindus the world over. We tell you 5 must […]
Ardh Kumbh 2016 at Haridwar, Uttarakhand (India) ~ Experiences and Introspections
Kumbh Mela and Ardh Kumbh Mela are one of the biggest mass festivals of Hindu Faith. Held in 4 locations in India, the most oldest and sacred is considered to be held at Haridwar. While the kumbh mela is held every 12 years, the ardh kumbh mela is held every 6th year in between. The […]
Man Mo Temple in Hollywood Road Hong Kong
Man Mo Temple is a heritage chinese temple tucked away in the posh neighborhood of Hollywood Road in Hong Kong. On my solo walk in SOHO Hong Kong, I spotted lot of signboards pointing towards Man Mo temple, which piqued my curiosity and I took a detour, followed the signs and came across this pretty […]
Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar ~ Travel notes from a pilgrimage tour
Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar is a revered Hindu pilgrimage site in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India. Haridwar is an ancient town and a prime pilgrimage destination for Hindus and has many temples, of which Mansa Devi is one of the primary piths (or pilgrimages). Therefore, it sees busy footfalls all-round the year. Haridwar also happens to […]