Haridwar is a holy city of Uttarakhand, India. Haridwar stands for Dwar of Hari or Gateway to God, 'Hari' meaning god and 'dwar' meaning gate. Haridwar is regarded as one of the seven holiest places to Hindus. A paradise for nature lovers, Haridwar presents a kaleidoscope of Indian culture and civilization. In mythology it has been variously mentioned as Kapilsthan, Gangadwar and Mayapuri. It is also an entry point to the Char Dham.
Haridwar has been an abode of the weary in body, mind and spirit. Haridwar has also been a centre of attraction for learning various arts, science, and culture. The Haridwar city has a long-standing position as a great source of Ayurvedic medicines and herbal remedies and is home to the unique Gurukul. Today, Haridwar is developing beyond its religious importance, as a major industrial destination of state, with the fast developing Industrial Estate of State Infrastructure & Industrial Development Corporation, SIDCUL, and the close by township of BHEL and its affiliated industries.