Vishnu Ghat

Ghats are abundant in Haridwar, and Vishnu Ghat is one of the city's most quiet ghats. This Ghat, which is pretty close to Har ki Pauri and is generally frequented by Vaishnavites because it is named after Lord Vishnu, is relatively less busy. People frequently visit this Ghat in Haridwar tour package since it is one of the cleanest ones in the city in order to bathe in the holy River Ganga and atone for their sins.

Overview of Vishnu Ghat

The Ghat, which bears the name of Lord Vishnu, is thought to be the location where Lord Vishnu took his bath—according to legend, bathing in this Ghat's sacred water purges one of all sins. Devotees travel to Haridwar to soak in the Ghat because of the town's deep devotion to Lord Vishnu. It is one of the best spiritual places to visit in Haridwar.

Unlike Har Ki Pauri Ghat, Vishnu Ghat is less busy, allowing one to take a plunge in complete peace. The river has a rapid and constrained flow. The river has been redirected by the government so that bathing is safer for people during religious ceremonies, even though it actually runs east of the Ghat. Both banks have steps that lead to the river, where you may cool yourself. People are kept from being carried away by the current of the river by an iron fence. Near the Ghat, there are numerous hotels, eateries, and temples.

The Ghat is accessible to tourists and pilgrims because it is close to Har Ki Pauri. You can take a stroll along the Ganges River's banks to come to the Ghat. The Moti Bazar - Har ki Pauri road, which is close to Ghat, is another landmark nearby. Only one kilometer separates the Ghat from the nearest railway station, which is at Haridwar. The closest airport is located 37 kilometers from Haridwar at Jolly Grant.