Chandi Mata Mandir Haridwar – Guide
Chandi Mata Mandir is located in Haridwar in the state of Uttarakhand. The temple of Chandi Devi is a famous temple of the Hindus. The Chandi Devi Temple is situated atop the Neel Parvat on the eastern peak of the Shivalik Hills, the southernmost mountain range of the Himalayas. This temple is one of the Panch Tirtha located within Haridwar. The Chandi Devi temple is highly revered as a Siddha Peetha. It is believed to be a place where wishes come true.
History of this Temple
Haridwar Chandi Mata Mandir is believed to have been built in 1929 by Raja Suchat Singh of Kashmir. But along with this people also believe that the idol present in the temple was installed by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century. Shankaracharya was one of the greatest priests of Hinduism. The temple is also known as the Shrine of Neel Parvat which is one of the five shrines located within Haridwar.
Haridwar Chandi Mata Mandir Timings
Haridwar Chandi Mata Mandir opens at 5:00 AM in the morning and closes at 8:00 PM in the night. After the opening of the temple, the first aarti of Chandi Devi is performed at 5:30 in the morning. After the morning aarti, the work of worship and darshan continues throughout the day.
| Saturday | 05:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 07:30 PM |
| Sunday | 05:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 07:30 PM |
| Monday | 05:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 07:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 05:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 07:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 05:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 07:30 PM |
| Thursday | 05:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 07:30 PM |
| Friday | 05:00 AM to 08:00 PM, Aarti: 05:30 AM & 07:30 PM |
Places to visit near this Temple
Chilla Wildlife Sanctuary
Chilla Wildlife Sanctuary, situated on the eastern bank of the river Ganges, is spread over an area of 249 square kilometers. This wildlife sanctuary was established in 1977 and the sanctuary was merged with Motichur and Rajaji sanctuaries in 1983 to form Rajaji National Park.
Mansa Devi Temple
Mansa Devi Temple is located at a distance of 2.5 kilometers from the main township of Haridwar. Perched atop Bilwa Parvat on the Shivalik hills, Mansa Devi is one of the most famous temples in North India. Manasa Devi was the wife of the serpent Vasuki and the temple is believed to be the home of Goddess Manasa.
Saptarishi Ashram
Saptarishi Ashram is situated at a distance of about 5 kilometers from Har Ki Pauri. It is one of the most famous ashrams of Haridwar. It is believed that at this place the river Ganga divides itself into seven streams, so that the seven sages who flow here will not be disturbed by its flow.
Parad Shivling
Parad Shivling is a unique religious place located in Harihar Ashram, Haridwar. The entire temple is decorated with the Shivling of Lord Shiva which is made of 151 kg of pure mercury.
How to reach Haridwar Chandi Mata Mandir
By Air- The nearest airport from Haridwar Chandi Mata Mandir is Jolly Grant Airport which is at a distance of 35 km from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Train- The nearest railway station from Chandi Mata Mandir is Haridwar railway station which is at a distance of 6 km from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.
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