Harihareshwar Tourism

"Dakshin Kashi" Harihareshwar Tourism Surrounded by four hills and with river Savitri flowing through the town, Harihareshwar is famous for its temple of Lord Harihareshwar and is a popular weekend beach destination especially for people in Mumbai and Pune. Harihareshwar comes across as a pleasant surprise with some of the most peaceful and beautiful beaches along the Konkan Coast. The nearby Pushpadri hill and surrounding dense woods only make the beaches more attractive. The name literally translates into the abode of Lord Shiva and the place assumes significant spiritual and religious importance. Harihareshwar's ancient temples also let the visitors view a unique blend of the Indian and Maratha architecture ." Download Harihareshwar PDF Guide > What's Great? Harihareshwar is surrounded by beaches on its two sides, thus ensuring your peace of mind and without cutting on your share of fun. What's not so Great? Connectivity might be a problem for people looking forward to visiting the place as the town doesn't have stations of its own and rely on nearby towns for the same. For Whom Anyone looking for some peaceful time can head to this surreal place. The place is suitable for all types; families, groups and couples.

The Temple Town Known as the temple town, this place has some beautiful temples you can pay a visit to while in town. Some of the very famous and stunningly crafted temples, including the Kalbhairav temple, Soja Devi Temple and the Shankar temple is a treat to the eyes of all the visitors visiting Harihareshwar for the first time. There are grand festivities which are being held every year in the Kalbhairav temple and the Shankar temple during the time of Shivratri, which attracts a lot of tourists over to the place. Ganesh Vandana is also an important ritual of this location, and thus the Ganesh Gully is one of the most frequently visited locations in the town, which has a 30 feet tall statue of Lord Ganesha.

Itinerary Day 1:If you make it to the town by morning, freshen up a bit in your hotel and then head out to explore the beautiful place Harihareshwar is. You can visit the major temples of the town on Day 1. Day 2:Utilise the second day of your trip to head out to the beautiful beaches of the city. Spend either you sunrise or your sunsets in one of those beaches to witness the beauty of these moments. And if all this doesn't make you tired, then head out to roam around the small, beautiful streets of the city to shop for yourself and to remember the parts of this place forever.

Restaurants and Local Food in Harihareshwar Konkani food is the best option here. Authentic Konkani dishes full of flavour and original elements is sure to be enjoyable. One must try the famous and refreshingKokam Sharbathere. Since this is a temple town, most common eateries are vegetarian, but you will find non-vegetarian menus at a few joints as well as options from a typical North Indian cuisine. View 2 Restaurants in Harihareshwar >>

Oct-Maris the best time to visit Harihareshwar October to March are the best months to visit Harihareshwar when the hot weather is a bit at rest. The Diwali and Shiv Ratri celebrations during this period along with Ganesh Chaturthi in September can make a visit to Harihareshwar a more enchanting one. The summers are quite warm, followed by a humid monsoon and pleasantly cool winters. Weather in Harihareshwar Loading... Harihareshwar in Summer (March-May) Planning to visit Harihareshwar in summer may not be the best option. Summers in this region is accompanied by extreme climatic conditions and the weather get a bit uncomfortable to explore the city. Harihareshwar in Monsoon (June-August) Monsoon in this region can be your second best choice to pay a visit. The temperature range is moderate, but the increased humidity can be a problematic factor. Apart from the humidity, the weather here during these months is pleasant and comfortable. Harihareshwar in Winter (October-February) Winters in Harihareshwar are characterised with a pleasant temperature range ranging from 14 to 22 degrees Celcius, along with subtle breeze blowing during the day. The moderate climatic variations make this season the best choice for anyone who wants to visit the place. Monthly Weather in Harihareshwar Month Avg. Minimum (°C) Avg. Maximum (°C) January 18 31 February 20 33 March 21 33 April 24 34 May 27 34 June 26 33 July 25 29 August 25 29 September 24 29 October 23 32 November 19 34 December 19 33