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Rishikesh is surrounded by scenic beauty of the hills on three sides with Holy Ganga flowing through it. Located in the laps of lower Himalayas, this place is considered to be the access point of three other pilgrim places of Badrinath - Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri.
Rishikesh is famous for its yoga sessions that are taught here by many yoga experts (yoga fair held annually in February). Beatle's Paul Saltzman drew inspiration from this place and visited the place in 1968 to learn Meditation and Yoga.
One can go for trekking, river rafting and excursions to the Valley of Flowers. One can also visit Devprayag the junction of the Alaknanda and the Bhagirathi rivers. Dehradun, Haridwar, Mussoorie and Chila sanctuary are within reachable distance from here.
Rishikesh is famous for its yoga sessions that are taught here by many yoga experts (yoga fair held annually in February). Beatle's Paul Saltzman drew inspiration from this place and visited the place in 1968 to learn Meditation and Yoga.
One can go for trekking, river rafting and excursions to the Valley of Flowers. One can also visit Devprayag the junction of the Alaknanda and the Bhagirathi rivers. Dehradun, Haridwar, Mussoorie and Chila sanctuary are within reachable distance from here.
| State | : | Uttrankhand |
| Location | : | Dehradun District, Uttarakhand |
| District Area | : | 2360 sq km |
| Altitude | : | 356 m above sea level |
| Population | : | approx. 59,671 |
| Literacy | : | 75% |
| STD Code | : | 01364 |
| Best time to visit | : | Throughout the Year |
| Rainfall | : | 2136.7 mm |
| Temperature | : | Summer: Max. 45°C - Min. 14.6°C Winter: Max. 30°C - Min. 5°C |
| Climate | : | Temperate Climate; Neither too warm nor too cold |
| Clothing | : | Summer: Cotton clothing Winter: Heavy woolens |
| Local Languages | : | Hindi, Punjabi, Garhwali and English |
Bharat Mandir
It is an engrossing temple established by Adiguru Shankaracharya near in the 8th century AD. It is in the center of the old town on the Banks of the River Ganges. According to the ancient records, it is one of the oldest temples of Rishikesh and is among the most important places to visit in Rishikesh. In the inner sanctum, you will find an idol of lord Vishnu. Several old statues, coins, pots and other artifacts of historical importance have been found during recent excavations within the premises.
Rishikund
It is located adjacent to Triveni Ghat and is one of the most significant among the tourist attractions in Rishikesh. According to the legend, this pond was saturated by Goddess Yamuna and it mirrors the temple of Ragunath, which is devoted to lord Rama and his wife.
Triveni Ghat
It is a sacred spot where the pilgrims swarm to for a holy dip. A large number of pilgrims throng in to this place every evening to attend the Ganga Arti that takes place at this Ghat.
Geeta Bhawan
This is the oldest temple complex in the entire area and you can find the description of well-known Indian epic Ramayana and Mahabharata on its walls. Only peace and harmony seem to dwell at this place and it is must visit among the tourist attractions in Rishikesh.
Lakshman Jhula
It is one of the most prominent landmarks at Rishikesh. This is a suspended bridge and was built in the year 1929. According to the beliefs, the river at this place is said to have been crossed by Rama’s brother Lakshman using a jute rope. To savor the panoramic views of the surroundings and the cool breeze, this bridge is an ideal spot.
Ashrams
The ashrams strewn all over the town are indisputably the leading tourist attractions in Rishikesh. On your tour to Rishikesh, you will come across lots of them. Most of them impart spiritual studies and lessons on meditation and well-being of the mind. Some of the leading ones are Paremarth Niketan, Sivanand Ashram, Yoga Niketan, Omkaranand Ashram, Vanprastha Ashram, Shankaracharya Nagar Transcendental Meditation Centre, Vithal Ashram and Yoga Study Centre.
ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES
Kayaking / Rafting Activities
The adventure of Rafting / Kayaking in Rishikesh have gained much popularity among tourists from all corners of the world.
Trekking Activities
Ganga Valley Adventure organised trekking tour packages in best and bestiful trek uttarakhand india.
Beach Volleyball
To spend your evening and your leisure time, you can choose to play the game of beach volley ball, close to the campsite.
Rock Climbing Activities
The Himalayan town of Rishikesh in Uttarakhand is also a preferred destination for Rock Climbing in Rishikesh India.
Rappelling Activities
While you arrive in Rishikesh to indulge in the sport of rafting, you can also indulge in a number of Rappelling in Rishikesh.
Cliff Jumping Activities
Yet another wonderful option to experience thrill is to get yourself busy in Cliff Jumping Activites in Rishikesh.
Body Surfing Activities
It is interesting to note that, during Body Surfing, you can steer yourself just like the playful seals.
It is an engrossing temple established by Adiguru Shankaracharya near in the 8th century AD. It is in the center of the old town on the Banks of the River Ganges. According to the ancient records, it is one of the oldest temples of Rishikesh and is among the most important places to visit in Rishikesh. In the inner sanctum, you will find an idol of lord Vishnu. Several old statues, coins, pots and other artifacts of historical importance have been found during recent excavations within the premises.
Rishikund
It is located adjacent to Triveni Ghat and is one of the most significant among the tourist attractions in Rishikesh. According to the legend, this pond was saturated by Goddess Yamuna and it mirrors the temple of Ragunath, which is devoted to lord Rama and his wife.
Triveni Ghat
It is a sacred spot where the pilgrims swarm to for a holy dip. A large number of pilgrims throng in to this place every evening to attend the Ganga Arti that takes place at this Ghat.
Geeta Bhawan
This is the oldest temple complex in the entire area and you can find the description of well-known Indian epic Ramayana and Mahabharata on its walls. Only peace and harmony seem to dwell at this place and it is must visit among the tourist attractions in Rishikesh.
Lakshman Jhula
It is one of the most prominent landmarks at Rishikesh. This is a suspended bridge and was built in the year 1929. According to the beliefs, the river at this place is said to have been crossed by Rama’s brother Lakshman using a jute rope. To savor the panoramic views of the surroundings and the cool breeze, this bridge is an ideal spot.
Ashrams
The ashrams strewn all over the town are indisputably the leading tourist attractions in Rishikesh. On your tour to Rishikesh, you will come across lots of them. Most of them impart spiritual studies and lessons on meditation and well-being of the mind. Some of the leading ones are Paremarth Niketan, Sivanand Ashram, Yoga Niketan, Omkaranand Ashram, Vanprastha Ashram, Shankaracharya Nagar Transcendental Meditation Centre, Vithal Ashram and Yoga Study Centre.
ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES
Kayaking / Rafting Activities
The adventure of Rafting / Kayaking in Rishikesh have gained much popularity among tourists from all corners of the world.
Trekking Activities
Ganga Valley Adventure organised trekking tour packages in best and bestiful trek uttarakhand india.
Beach Volleyball
To spend your evening and your leisure time, you can choose to play the game of beach volley ball, close to the campsite.
Rock Climbing Activities
The Himalayan town of Rishikesh in Uttarakhand is also a preferred destination for Rock Climbing in Rishikesh India.
Rappelling Activities
While you arrive in Rishikesh to indulge in the sport of rafting, you can also indulge in a number of Rappelling in Rishikesh.
Cliff Jumping Activities
Yet another wonderful option to experience thrill is to get yourself busy in Cliff Jumping Activites in Rishikesh.
Body Surfing Activities
It is interesting to note that, during Body Surfing, you can steer yourself just like the playful seals.
Rishikesh is situated in the Tehri-Garhwal region of Uttar Anchal The Rishikesh Weather remains pleasant throughout the year. As its location is in the hilly terrains, the climate never becomes extreme type. Thus Rishikesh is one such tourist spot that can be visited any time of the year.
By Air:
Rishikesh can be reached most conveniently by air and the nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport located in Dehradun. The domestic carriers such as Deccan Airlines operate regularly to and from the capital city of India New Delhi. The foreign tourists can come down to New Delhi from where they can reach Rishikesh with ease.
By Railway:
If you want to reach Rishikesh by rail, then the nearest railhead is in Haridwar, which is further linked to the other towns of India such as Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, Lucknow, Varanasi, Dehradun and other cities through the express and super-fast trains.
By Road:
Road transport is also a popular way for reaching Rishikesh since the network is quite good and you can get buses and taxis from cities like Delhi, Dehradun and Haridwar. The bus and taxi services are conveniently available, linking Rishikesh with the other towns such as Agra, Chandigarh, Manali and Shimla.
Rishikesh can be reached most conveniently by air and the nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport located in Dehradun. The domestic carriers such as Deccan Airlines operate regularly to and from the capital city of India New Delhi. The foreign tourists can come down to New Delhi from where they can reach Rishikesh with ease.
By Railway:
If you want to reach Rishikesh by rail, then the nearest railhead is in Haridwar, which is further linked to the other towns of India such as Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, Lucknow, Varanasi, Dehradun and other cities through the express and super-fast trains.
By Road:
Road transport is also a popular way for reaching Rishikesh since the network is quite good and you can get buses and taxis from cities like Delhi, Dehradun and Haridwar. The bus and taxi services are conveniently available, linking Rishikesh with the other towns such as Agra, Chandigarh, Manali and Shimla.
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