Haridwar, a city in the Dehradun District of Uttarakhand, India, is a significant spiritual center and one of the seven holiest cities in the country. Situated at the foothills of the Himalayas, Haridwar is where the sacred River Ganges enters the plains, beginning its long journey across India. The city is known for its spiritual and cultural significance, with Har ki Pauri being the sacred center of Haridwar. According to Hindu mythology, Har ki Pauri is one of the four places in India where drops of immortal nectar were spilled by the celestial bird Garuda.