Haridwar is regarded as one of the seven holiest places of Hinduism. River Ganga is flowng from mountains to plains of HAR-KI-PAURI GHAT, haridwar.
This sacred Ghat was constructed by King Vikramaditya in memory of his brother Bharthari. It is believed that Bharthari came to Haridwar and meditated on the banks of the holy Ganges. When he died, his brother constructed a Ghat in his name, which later came to be known as Har Ki Pauri. The most sacred ghat within Har Ki Pauri is Brahmakund. The evening prayer (Aarti) at dusk offered to Goddess Ganga at Har Ki Pauri (steps of God Hara or Shiva) is an enchanting experience for any visitor.
