Best Tourist Places to Visit in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India

Best Tourist Places to Visit in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India

Saharanpur is situated in Saharanpur district in Uttar Pradesh bound by Haryana and Uttrakhand states known for its fine wood carvings, cottage and handicrafts industries. Saharanpur has a literacy rate of over 77% and Hindi, Urdu form the most widely spoken languages of the residents living in this city. Saharanpur coordinates with 29.96’ degree North Latitude and 77.54’ degree East Longitude with Postal Code being 247001.

History of Saharanpur:

Saharanpur is one of the ancient cities that dates back to Indus Valley Civilization and Aryan medieval periods dating back to 2000 B.C. Saharanpur was a part of Delhi Province during the rule of Mughals between 1542 A.D. to 1605 A.D. Saharanpur came under the Maratha rule from 1757 A.D. to 1803 A.D. during which the Maratha kings built many shrines and temples in this city. It was also controlled by Gurjar rule for a brief point of time until it came under British Colonial rule from 1803 A.D. to 1947.

Tourist spots in and near Saharanpur:

Shakti Peeth Shakumbari:

This is one of the holy and sacred places situated about 40 kms from Saharanpur has a temple dedicated to goddess Shakambari who is the main deity of this temple worshipped by true faith and devotion by the locals.

Nau Gaza Peer:

Though there are many peers located in Saharanpur, this is one of the unique peer located in this city measuring 26 feet long and organizes annual fairs that are attended by large section of Hindu and Muslim devotees.

Shakti Peeth, Deoband:

This is also one of the renowned pilgrimage center that has a temple of goddess Durga as main deity. The place is also called as Shakti Peeth and is graced by thousands of devotees during Navratri festivals.

Shri Baba Lal Das:

This is one of the popular religious place in Saharanpur that has been built in memory of Baba Shri Lal Das who is said to have undertaken penance here in this place. It is one of the popular tourist spots in Saharanpur.

Saharanpur Botanical Gardens:

Another major attraction in Saharanpur is Saharanpur Botanical Gardens built during the time of the British rule and is one of the oldest gardens of India which has many varieties of medicinal trees, plants and has a mini nursery.

Dehradun:

Dehradun is located at a distance of 66 kms from Saharanpur famous for hill stations, holiday destinations, honeymoon, trekking, rivers and gardens.

Haridwar:

Haridwar is renowned pilgrimage center also known for rivers and temples located 66 kms away from Saharanpur.

Rishikesh:

Rishikesh is famous for rivers, rafting, temples, ghats and hill is situated 83 kms away from Saharanpur.

Mussoorie:

Mussoorie is a famous holiday spot located 94 kms distance from Saharanpur well known for hill stations, trekking, waterfalls, wildlife sanctuaries and temples.

Corbett National Park:

This National Park is well renowned for wildlife sanctuaries, fishing, rafting, waterfalls and rivers situated about 205 kms from Saharanpur.

Kasauli:

Kasauli is approx 167 kms from Saharanpur well known for bird watching and hill stations.

Shimla:

Shimla is famous for hill stations, snowfalls, skating, skiing, trekking, rivers and Buddhist monasteries located about 239 kms away from Saharanpur.

Ranikhet:

Ranikhet is about 277 kms from Saharanpur known for hill stations, fishing, dams, temples and museums.

Nainital:

Nainital is located 286 kms away from Saharanpur famous for hill stations, lakes, trekking, rivers and temples.

Other attractions in Saharanpur are:

Patheshwar Temple
Shiv Mandir
Balaji Temple
Bhuteshwar Temple
Hari Krishna Mandir
Sai Baba Temple
Nau-gaza Peer shrine
Gadon Wali Masjid

How to reach Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh?

Saharanpur is located on National Highway 73 which is major advantage as it can be accessed quite easily through road. Many buses are available from Saharanpur to many important cities and towns in Uttar Pradesh at regular intervals. Beside cycle rickshaws and autos form the basic mode of public transport. Saharanpur is also connected by rail network where many important express trains halt at Saharanpur Railway Station which is major railway junction of Indian Railways. Since Saharanpur does not have good air connectivity, the nearest is the Dehradun Airport situated approx 66 kms from Saharanpur.

Hotels in Saharanpur:

Many tourists visit Saharanpur all round the year to look at some of the famous sightseeing places situated in and near Saharanpur. Hence Saharanpur consists of some good hotels and guest houses keeping in mind the budget of the visitors taking accommodation in these hotels. Some of the hotels situated in and around Saharanpur are: