Mansa Devi Temple - Haridwar,

The Mansa Devi Temple is one of the most sacred temples in Haridwar, dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi, believed to be the wish-fulfilling form of Goddess Shakti. The temple sits atop the Bilwa Parvat hill on the Shivalik range, offering not only spiritual blessings but also panoramic views of Haridwar city and the holy Ganga River.

The name Mansa means wish, and it is believed that devotees who tie a thread on the sacred tree inside the temple get their wishes fulfilled by the Goddess. Once the wish is granted, devotees return to untie the thread as a gesture of gratitude. This ritual attracts thousands of pilgrims every day, making it one of the busiest temples in Uttarakhand.

According to mythology, Goddess Mansa was born from the mind of Lord Shiva, symbolizing divine power and devotion. Along with the Chandi Devi Temple, Mansa Devi is considered one of the Panch Tirth (five pilgrimages) of Haridwar, and both temples are often visited together via the famous ropeway rides.

Visitors can either trek uphill for about 3 km or take the Mansa Devi Ropeway (Udan Khatola), which offers a quick, thrilling, and scenic ride above the city. The temple sees massive crowds during Navratri and the Kumbh Mela, when pilgrims from all over India gather to seek blessings.

For spiritual seekers, culture lovers, and adventure travelers, Mansa Devi Temple is a blend of devotion, tradition, and natural beauty.

Temple Timings:

Morning: 5:00 am – 12:00 pm

Evening: 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm
(Special timings during festivals)

How to Reach Mansa Devi Temple:

• By Road: Haridwar is 5 - 6 hours from Delhi by car. The temple base is about 3 km from Har Ki Pauri.
• By Train: Haridwar Junction railway station is just 3 km away.
• By Air: Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun) is 35 km from Haridwar.
• Ropeway: The Mansa Devi Ropeway takes only 5 - 10 minutes to reach the temple.