Rishikesh

 

 

In spite of its claim to being the ‘Yoga Capital of the World’, Rishikesh is a quieter and more easy-going place than Haridwar. Situated 24 kms. upstream from Haridwar. The setting on the bank of the Ganges surrounded by hills on three sides is perfectly conducive to meditation, and the main areas for yoga study are far from the noisy centre of town. The Yoga movement really took off here in the 1960s when the Beatles came here to find their guru, the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. Tourism department organizes an international yoga week here every year in February. For the adventurous, there are opportunities for white water rafting on the Ganga.

The holy Ganges is clear here and many travellers join the sadhus for a dip in the morning. In the evening, the wind blows down the valley, setting temple bells ringing and adding to the contemplative atmosphere.

For the pilgrims, Rishikesh is most important as the starting point for the Char Dham pilgrimage, for visiting Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath or going to the Garhwal hills and the Sikh shrine at Hemakund Sahib. It is said that the sage Raibhya Rishi did serve penance here and as a reward, God appeared to him in the form of Rishikesh, hence the name. Some ashrams in Rishikesh are internationally recognized as centers for philosophical studies, yoga and meditation.

How to reach there

 

Air: Nearest airport is Jolly Grant Dehradun.

Rail: Rishikesh is among the last railheads for Garhwal. Most trains terminate at Haridwar, from where Rishikesh is easily accessible by bus or tourist taxis.

Road: Rishikesh is well connected by road.

Here are 20 hotel names in Rishikesh:

 

1. Aloha on the Ganges
2. Ganga Kinare – A Riverside Boutique Hotel
3. Raga on the Ganges
4. Dewa Retreat – A Himalayan Boutique Hotel
5. Hotel Ganesha Inn
6. EllBee Ganga View
7. Hotel Nirvana Palace
8. Hotel Ishan
9. The Amaris Hotel
10. Ganga Beach Resort
11. Hotel Yog Vashishth
12. Hotel Hill Trip
13. Hotel Raj Palace
14. Hotel Shivanta Residency
15. Hotel Divya
16. Rishikesh Sadan
17. Vasundhara Palace
18. Hotel The Great Ganga
19. Hotel Natraj
20. Holy River Hotel

Around and Near Rishikesh

 

Triveni Ghat

 

In downtown Rishikesh, the Triveni Ghat is an interesting place to be at down. The Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati Rivers are believed to converge here.

Ram Jhula

 

 

A suspension bridge between the Shivanand Ashram and the Swargashram. It provides an alternative to a boat ride from one bank of the Ganga to another.

Bharat Mandir

 

The Bhart Mandir is the oldest temple in Rishikesh, near the Triveni Ghat. Bharat, the younger brother of Lord Ram, is honored in this temple.

Most visiting place in Rishikesh

Laxman Jhula

 

5 kms. Shri Laxman performed Tapa, or penance, north of Rishikesh.. The temple was built in his memory and is known as the Laxman Temple. Till 1889, there was just a hanging jute rope bridge without piller. Later, they rebuilt it with iron.

Neel Kanth Mahadev

 

A four hour walk from Laxman Jhula on the east bank. Neelkanth (Blue Throat) is another name for Lord Shiva. The trek upto the temple gives everybody a fantastic wide angled view of the Himalayan peaks, babhar forests and the plains below. Situated at a height of 5.500 ft. above sea level and about 12 kms. distant from Laxman Jhula is the temple.

Rafting in Rishikesh

Rafting in Rishikesh draws explorers from all over the world with its thrilling rapids set against the stunning backdrop of the Himalayas. The churning waves of the Ganges River offer exhilarating experiences to rafters of all skill levels.

 

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