Maa Mansa Devi Temple, niranjani akhada, Haridwar

Maa Mansa Devi Temple is one of the most revered temples in Haridwar, located atop the Bilwa Parvat in the Shivalik hills. Dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi, it is believed that wishes prayed for with true devotion are fulfilled here. The temple offers a deeply spiritual atmosphere along with breathtaking views of Haridwar and the Ganga plains. You can reach the temple either by a scenic ropeway ride (highly recommended) or by trekking up the hill. The ropeway experience itself is thrilling and gives panoramic views of the city. The temple can get very crowded during weekends and Navratri, so visiting early morning is best. There are also other smaller temples in the same vicinity. Prasad and flowers too can be bought for offerings. One need to be careful of being pulled to the various smaller temples.. and monkeys too. Checking is done of bags on entering and exiting. Footware to be removed and token collected. It’s a must-visit for devotees and travelers seeking peace, faith, and beautiful views all in one place. Lots of shops all along the way.

Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar is truly a divine experience. Perched on the Bilwa Parvat of the Shivalik range, this sacred Siddhpeeth is believed to turn heartfelt wishes into reality. Devotees tie sacred threads in prayer, and return later to untie them with gratitude when their wishes are fulfilled. The serenity, the chants, and the panoramic view of Haridwar and the flowing Ganga from the hilltop create an unforgettable spiritual atmosphere. A visit here fills the heart with hope, peace, and positive energy. A must-visit for anyone seeking blessings and inner calm.” Jai Maa Mansa Devi 🙏

I recently visited the Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar, and it was a truly wonderful experience. The temple offers an incredible cultural atmosphere with so much to see and explore. Reaching the temple was very convenient, thanks to the well-managed ropeway (Udan Katola), which made the journey smooth and enjoyable. There’s also a seamless transport service connecting the ropeways of Mansa Devi Temple and Chandi Devi Temple, allowing visitors to travel easily between the two. Since I went on a weekday, it was pleasantly uncrowded with no waiting time for tickets or the ropeway. Although they have an online booking system, I felt it wasn’t really necessary, as getting tickets on-site was quick and hassle-free. Being a solo traveler, I found the entire experience—from the ropeway ride to the peaceful ambiance—absolutely amazing. Overall, it was a convenient, enjoyable, and fulfilling visit.

Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar is one of the most popular and sacred temples, beautifully located on the Shivalik hills overlooking the Ganga and Har Ki Pauri. Devotees can reach the temple either by walking on the winding path or by using the ropeway (Udan Khatola), which offers a stunning aerial view of the city and river. The temple gets quite crowded, especially during festivals, but the atmosphere remains deeply spiritual. Facilities like water points and sitting areas are available. Photography isn’t allowed inside. A must-visit for peace and divine blessings.

mansadevi Temple is a peaceful and beautiful place in Haridwar. The view from the top is really nice and you can go by ropeway or by walking. Water and sitting facilities are available at almost every turn which helps a lot while climbing. No photography is allowed inside the temple and there are no entry charges. A proper shoe stand is also available. The temple feels very spiritual and calm.

Beautifully located on the top of the mountain with Har Ki Pouri beneath it. The road ,if you go walking, is all winding and will take a long time to reach the top. There is cable car service which is pretty crowded but well organised and takes you up in minutes. The view on the way up or down is awesome, with Ganga stretching out for a very very long distance, the Har Ki Pouri, the bridges, etc you can see and the majestic mountains surrounding the area. The temple was quite crowded and people were unruly pushing and pulling, no crowd control as such. Even the darshan was difficult as people were pushing from the back. Apart from the crowd control rest is good. Jai maa Mansa Devi. 🙏

The mansa devi trek is pure bliss! Amazing views and a perfect trail." ​"Loved every step! The view from Maa mansa devi s absolutely worth the climb. 6/10 track!" ​"Incredible track, incredible view! Feeling blessed at Maa mansa devi." ​"This trail has the best line and the best sights! Truly happy with the mansa Devi Darshan."

The cable car was a very good experience and offered good views. Keep hold of the ticket if you buy return. The temple complex is very cramped and offers no outside areas (unless you walk up??) The cable car waiting area was not full and the snack outlets in the temple were not open ,I assume it was a less than busy time so I dread to think how claustrophobic it would be when super busy! Shoe stand at entrance. Negotiating each little temple section without being dragged in easier as a westerner but do keep an eye on the rest of the group as we waited ages for" Tail End Charlie "at the the shoe stand on the way out!!