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Ganga Aarti at Haridwar

Ganga Aarti at Haridwar

Ganga Aarti at Haridwar
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
About
Ganga Aarti Means Prayer for the River Ganga. The Ganga is holy river in India. It is worshipped as a goddess. Every day Morning and Evening Ganga Aarti is organised by Ganga Sabha at Har Ki Pauri. Morning and evening time for Aarti is according to Sunset and Sunrise. There is no entry fees or charges for the ceremony.A large number of people gather on both side of the river Ganga to experience and take part in this amazing ceremony. Ganga Lahari Mantra is chanted while making offering to Ganga "Panchamrut" anf flowers. Last part of the Ganga Aarti is special Aarti song for river Ganga which pilgrims / visitors can hear through loud speakers. Pandits will be offering Aarti during the song with special copper "Diya". During some festivals and busy season like may june overwhelming crowd gather here specially during the evening ceremony. It is best to reach at least one hour before the sunset time if you want to find better place. We Recommend to Book Hotel Riverale / Hotel Great Ananda
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  • Arjun Verma
    New Delhi, India159 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    It is a matter of good fortune for me to attend the Aarti of Maa Ganga Maiya.
    During Maa Ganga's Aarti, the atmosphere there was worth seeing, everyone was praying. With the sound of hymns of Mother Ganga all around, it seemed as if you had truly reached heaven. There is still a lot of improvement to be done in the management there, the most important thing for the devotees is to pay attention to cleanliness. Despite all this, lack of cleanliness is not a good thing
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written October 10, 2023
  • plpalani
    Mumbai, India1,595 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Once in a life time mesmerising experience
    We had the fortune of not only participating in Ganga Aarti but perform from the small VIP enclosure near main Aarthi place. Huge crowd and the chanting is mesmerising. Once in a life time experience. But the way to and fro to the ghat could have maintained much better
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 26, 2023
  • Pankaj P
    13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Evening aarti as a VIP
    Attended the evening aarti, got a guide to arrange VIP seating for Rs3000, for the family of 5. This was a front row seats right in front of the aarti, there were more VIPs, so I guess visitors can be squeezed in if willing to pay, may not get a front row seat but still better that watching from the other side of the bank. Watching from the other side of the bank is definately a better view but you will have to come early to get decent seats or standing and I believe it can get crowded and uncomfortable. Stayed a few kms away and came back early morning for a walk, beautiful walk, place was clean and begger's did not bother us. January is cold, so be prepared. Enjoyed that early morning walk, having street breakfast.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written January 12, 2024
  • Pounacha
    Bengaluru, India10 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    HARA HRA GANGE!!!
    This is an experience everyone must have at least once in a life time. It is a surreal experience. Especially if you do the ganga snan (holy dip) here. I attended this on 14th Jan during Makar Sankranthi day and was thoroughly blessed to be there at that time.
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written January 31, 2024
  • Santhosh B
    Hyderabad, India24 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mesmerising Experience - Practical Tips are included
    Ganga Aarti happens at "Harki Pauri" (locally pronounced as "Harkipodi"), which is the most auspicious place in Haridwar. This place consists of temple for Ganga Devi, Raja Bhagirath, Shiva, Mahalakshmi in the banks of Ganga River. Basically, all these temples are very small in size and compact. Both the banks have steps ("Ghat") wherein devotees sit and watch Aarti. Puja starts at 6:00 PM daily evening with Vedic hyms by pandits. By 6:30 PM, vedic pandits leave that place and taken over by temple priests. They start performing aarti which goes on till 6:45 PM. After that devotees take bath once again in river. 1. Temple entrance has "Shoe / Chappal Storage Stand" which will get filled up by 5:30PM. Tip: They are selling plastic bag for Rs 10 near the entrance. You can keep all your shoes / chappals and handover to storage counter by 5:15 PM itself. In case, you are staying at lodges nearby, just leave those in room itself. 2. Best place to watch aarti is from opposite side bank of temple. There is a golden coloured clock tower in a concrete platform which is opposite side of temple. Watching from that ghat is more convenient. 3. Harki pauri is at a narrow road. So cars are not allowed. Only share auto / rickshaw. We were staying at Bheemgoda Parking ("No entry barrier" ) from there we took share auto. Overall, mesmerising experience.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written April 7, 2024
  • Chandansaha
    Auckland Central, New Zealand31 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Gateway of God
    Haridwar (Gateway of God) is a must visit place in northern India and it’s around 250km from Delhi. Driving from Delhi to Haridwar very comfortable and there is many place to stop over and quick feed. There is thousands of hotel around this holy city for don’t get panic even at late night. Almost all shops are open till late and opens early in the morning, and don’t forget to have breakfast (famous puri and sabji). After your Ganga Snan (bath). Jai Maa Ganga🙏
    Visited May 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written May 29, 2024
  • Swapnil Lahoti
    Panvel, India96 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Soul-Stirring Experience at the Morning Ganga Aarti in Haridwar !!!
    Attending the morning Ganga Aarti in Haridwar was one of the most profound experiences of my life. As the first rays of sunlight bathed the Ghats in a golden hue, the atmosphere was charged with anticipation and reverence. The ritual began with the sound of bells and chanting, creating a serene yet vibrant ambiance. Witnessing the priests perform the aarti with such devotion was mesmerizing. The flames danced in the morning breeze, reflecting in the sacred waters of the Ganges, while the scent of incense filled the air. What struck me most was the sense of community and spirituality. People from all walks of life gathered to pay their respects, creating a powerful feeling of unity and devotion. It was a reminder of the timeless bond we share with nature and the divine. The visuals were stunning—the combination of the flowing river, the colorful offerings of flowers and diyas, and the backdrop of the mountains made for a truly enchanting setting. I found myself completely immersed in the moment, captivated by the beauty and serenity of it all. Overall, the morning Ganga Aarti in Haridwar is a must-see for anyone visiting the region. It’s not just a ritual; it’s an experience that touches the soul and leaves a lasting impression. I left feeling rejuvenated and grateful, and I can’t wait to return!
    Visited September 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written September 30, 2024
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Himanshu M
Mumbai, India21 contributions
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Feb 2020 • Family
The aarti is performed at the sunset and not at a specific time of the day. We ran into a guide who patched us onto a brahmin. It's kind of a trap where they set you up to cough up handsome money for the short pooja they perform which wasn't anything special. It's just money making on unassuming tourists. Beware of such fake guides and pundits. Anyways the aarti was blissful and divine.
Written March 17, 2020
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Ria1104
Kolkata (Calcutta), India679 contributions
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Dec 2019
To be honest I was expecting a peaceful spiritual experience but the commercialization of the place spoiled everything for us. Not only do street-vendors constantly bug you to buy stuff but also local pandits start persuading you to offer various puja. We soon got tired saying No like fifty times in an hour. Not only that just before and after the aarati is performed temple authority people started insisting the visitors to give some offerings for the aarati. We decided to buy some tiny flower boats and float them in the river just to offer some prayers from ourselves....there also some pandit caught us and started chanting some mantras....we obviously couldn't say no to him. Then later on he collected offerings from each one of us and would not agree to take lesser amount. I feel when people go to visit temple and all they should be able to do it peacefully but some money-minded people totally spoils the peace. Though the Haridwar Ganga aarati is famous, I personally enjoyed more the Ganga aarati of Rishikesh.....it was far less crowded, very peaceful and not at all commercialized.
Written January 15, 2020
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VIPIN_GOEL_TP_Impex
New Delhi, India8,277 contributions
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May 2022
Evening Aarti time was 7:15pm in summers (in May). Due to auspicious day of Somvati Amavasya, thousands of devotees were walking towards Har ki Pauri to have a glimpse of Ganga Aarti. Local conveyance was blocked several km away by administration. We have to walk more than 3.5km to reach here. Lastly we entered the Har Ki Pauri and sit there. It was 45min wait to start the Aarti. It is one of the best in India, 2nd to Kashi Aarti in my view. I will advise to reach here at least one hour before on normal days and more than two hours on Purnima and Other auspicious days. Keep your camera ready for some mesmerizing pictures of Maa Ganga, Aarti pots, of temples there and saints at the ghats.
Written July 26, 2022
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PSPNAIDU
Nellore, India16 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019 • Family
We have Witnessed Evening Ganga Arati at Haridwar during December 2019, It was a Pride Movement for Us. I feel One should not miss it while visiting Haridwar. It has commenced at 5.30 PM ended at 6.30 PM. Better to reach ghat at least one Hour in advance.
Written January 7, 2020
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elsarge
Norwich, UK81 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
As with other reviewers I was hoping for a spiritual experience however this place in kid with all of Haridwar is a dirty dismal money grabbing fake. The Ganges here is treated like a sewer so much for it being a holy river. Blaring shrill piped din and some people wafting around some fire..I did get offered one of the lotus leaves with a tealight on it to let loose in the Ganges, whilst I expect to pay you are told that any contribution is voluntary until you accept and then the demand was for 5000 rupees...he got 200. Give all of Haridwar a miss and go 15 miles up stream to Rishikesh where the Ganges is cleaner and the views spectacular.
Written February 25, 2020
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Manish S
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022
The evening aarti is also called the Maha Aarti and is conducted every day. It is one of the most popular and well-attended rituals of the town. The Maha Aarti is performed by chanting bhajans in praise of the lord and is celebrated by beating electrifying drums and rhythmic bells. Totally Divine.
Written April 24, 2022
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VIPIN_GOEL_TP_Impex
New Delhi, India8,277 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022
It is always awesome to be at Ganga Aarti. For all humans Ganga Aarti is most pious and auspicious event in Haridwar. Due to winters Aarti stared at 5:30pm sharp. It was not much crowded at Har ki Pauri, but still devotees throng around the Aarti place at Aarti time. We recite the Aarti, viewed it from near, have taken Aarti later. It was a mesmerizing devotional experience. Last time we came here at a festival, that was very very crowded. One should come up to one hour early to have a good seat at Aarti point.
Written January 4, 2023
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S Chaitanya Krishna
4 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
Ganga Aarti will start around 6.00 PM one can sit or stand at the Ghat to see the Aarti. During my visit it is raining a little bit. But the Aarti was given. Nice experience with divine feeling of worshiping the Ganga flowing with full force.
Written February 26, 2020
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Pankaj P
13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Family
Attended the evening aarti, got a guide to arrange VIP seating for Rs3000, for the family of 5. This was a front row seats right in front of the aarti, there were more VIPs, so I guess visitors can be squeezed in if willing to pay, may not get a front row seat but still better that watching from the other side of the bank. Watching from the other side of the bank is definately a better view but you will have to come early to get decent seats or standing and I believe it can get crowded and uncomfortable.
Stayed a few kms away and came back early morning for a walk, beautiful walk, place was clean and begger's did not bother us. January is cold, so be prepared. Enjoyed that early morning walk, having street breakfast.
Written January 12, 2024
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Santhosh B
Hyderabad, India24 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Family
Ganga Aarti happens at "Harki Pauri" (locally pronounced as "Harkipodi"), which is the most auspicious place in Haridwar. This place consists of temple for Ganga Devi, Raja Bhagirath, Shiva, Mahalakshmi in the banks of Ganga River. Basically, all these temples are very small in size and compact. Both the banks have steps ("Ghat") wherein devotees sit and watch Aarti. Puja starts at 6:00 PM daily evening with Vedic hyms by pandits. By 6:30 PM, vedic pandits leave that place and taken over by temple priests. They start performing aarti which goes on till 6:45 PM. After that devotees take bath once again in river.
1. Temple entrance has "Shoe / Chappal Storage Stand" which will get filled up by 5:30PM. Tip: They are selling plastic bag for Rs 10 near the entrance. You can keep all your shoes / chappals and handover to storage counter by 5:15 PM itself. In case, you are staying at lodges nearby, just leave those in room itself.
2. Best place to watch aarti is from opposite side bank of temple. There is a golden coloured clock tower in a concrete platform which is opposite side of temple. Watching from that ghat is more convenient.
3. Harki pauri is at a narrow road. So cars are not allowed. Only share auto / rickshaw. We were staying at Bheemgoda Parking ("No entry barrier" ) from there we took share auto.

Overall, mesmerising experience.
Written April 7, 2024
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