Shanti Kunj, Haridwar

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Shanti Kunj known as Shri Ved Mata Gayatri Trust, Shantkunj is a place of religious discipline and spiritual peace. The institute teaches and trains people on how to live a joyous life and contribute towards social reconstruction. The branches and sub-centres of the institution are not only spread across India but throughout the world. Shantikunj also has the eminence of running free schools and degree colleges in rural areas. The institution has been a regular participant in a variety of relief works around the country. It stands on the Rishikesh Road, at a distance of 6 km from Haridwar Railway Station. Pilgrims come to Shantikunj to learn and practice ‘Sanjeevani Vidya’, the art of living. The ancient system of Ayurveda takes on a new meaning at Shantikunj. There are expert Ayurveda physicians who provide free service to the incumbents. As a part of a research, there are around 250 rare medicinal plants have been preserved. The spiritual sanatorium of Shantikunj also offers practical guidance in order to control and connect the body, the mind and the innerself. For visitors, the research institute also organises nine-day spiritual training sessions on how to bring about an assimilation between spiritual science and day-to-day life.

Shanti Kunj, Haridwar

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October to March

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1 – 2 hours.

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Taxi : Haridwar is well connected by a road network and national highways 58. The tourist can reach to Haridwar by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

BUS : Haridwar is well connected by tourist bus services and state owned bus services. All cities in and around Haridwar are connected by state buses. Many deluxe buses are available at a regular interval from Delhi to Haridwar with a fare less than Rs 500 per head. Buses are also available from Jaipur (Rs 300), Jodhpur (Rs 500), Dehradun (Rs 250), Shimla (Rs 1,000) and many other cities located close to it.Bus Enquiry Phone No. in Haridwar – 01334-227037.

Train : Haridwar is well connected by railway networks with major destinations of India. Haridwar has excellent rail network with all important cities of India. Trains to Haridwar run on regular basis. Railway Enquiry Phone No.in Haridwar – (01334) 227369.

Air : Nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which is a domestic airport located at about just 20 km away from city center. Taxi cabs are available from airport to Haridwar city, which cost about Rs 400. The airport operates daily flights to Delhi. Nearest International airport is Delhi, which is about 200 km away. Delhi airport is well connected to most of the domestic airports and foreign airports. Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun : 0135 241 2052.

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