Haridwar, literally Gateway to God, is one of the Hindu's holy places in India and a center of Hindu religion and mysticism for centuries. Located on the banks of river Ganges.Haridwar is the site of many religious festivals. Most notably, once every twelve years it is the venue for the Kumbh Mela, humanity's largest festival.Haridwar presents a kaleidoscope of Indian culture and civilization.It is also an entry point to the Char Dham.