Situated on the Haridwar - Jwalapur bypass road this is a center of learning where education is imparted in the traditional Indian way. Swami Shardha Nandji Maharaj, founder of Arya Samaj movement in India, founded this and within the precincts of the University is the Veda Mandir, housing many archaeological exhibits. Haridwar is not only about temples. It has a great deal on offer for nature lovers as well as knowledge. A visit to Haridwar would be incomplete without a look at the Gurukul Kangri University to experience the unique gurukul system first-hand, which follows the ancient tradition of Guru-Sishya pattern of education.