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RISHIKESH

Rishikesh, the 'place of the sages' is a celebrated spiritual town located on the banks of the Ganga. Surrounded by Shivaik range of Himalayas on three sides, it holds a deep cultural and spiritual significance for its visitors. It is believed that when Raibhya Rishi undertook rigorous penance, God appeared in the form of “Hrishikesh“ and henceforth this area came to be known as Rishikesh.
It is the starting point for the Hindu Char Dham pilgrimage, including Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath, to seek spiritual salvation. Rishikesh is an ideal destination not only for pilgrims but also for those who want to delve deeper into spirituality, yoga and other aspects of ancient practices. Sacred rivers and mountains make a perfect stage for yoga and reflective hikes. Rishikesh is also called the ‘Yoga capital of the world’. For the adventurous, Rishikesh is the place for starting their trekking expeditions and excursions towards the Himalayan peaks.

MAJOR ATTRACTIONS

The town of Rishikesh, popular as the ‘place of Sagas’, lies in the foothills of Himalayas. It is the gateway to the upper Garhwal region and the starting point for the Char Dham pilgrimage (Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath), and an ideal destination not only for pilgrims but also for the people who are interested in adventure, meditation, yoga, and other aspects of Hinduism.

Ram Jhoola

Looking below at the Ganges, the high flow of the white water with a good adrenalin rush, the bridge is mostly crowded with locals, devotees as well as tourists.

Lakshman Jhoola

A sacred city for Hindus and Muslims, renowned for its history and culture.

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple

Surrounded by the scenic valleys of Manikoot, Brahmakoot, and Vishnukoot, this religious place is situated at the confluence of rivers Pankaja and Madhumati

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