“Yoga Capital of the World”
A prominent “Getaway to the Garhwal Himalayas”, Rishikesh is beautifully located on the foothills of the Himalayas along with the union of Chandrabhaga River and the Ganges. Well famed as the “Yoga Capital of the World”, the evolves the magnificence of divinity and serenity. Over the decades, this beautiful city has gained a reputation for top spiritual destinations in the world.
More from the pilgrimage attractions, Rishikesh is known for its mesmerizing vistas and sprawling mountain peaks that make it an attractive nature hotspot. The River Ganges flows through the holy city adds a unique lure in the vibes of Rishikesh that soothes the mind and soul.
Things to do
White water rafting
In the proximity of Rishikesh to the Himalayan range with the Ganga river flowing through it offers amazing fun of enjoying rafting. It caters to the need of every adventure junkies to feel the adrenaline rush.
Evening Ganga aarti at Triveni Ghat
Every day during the dawn, the temples surrounding at the Triveni Ghat performs an evening aarti to the devotion of the people of Rishikesh towards the river. The surrounding area gets enlighten with the aarti making it a majestic sight to be captured.
Try Yoga in a serene location
Yoga is the main activity to be experienced in Rishikesh for centuries to practice. There are many yoga practitioners who conduct special classes to exercise this soothing activity. In the magical ambiance of Rishikesh, practicing yoga is not just good for health but also helps in soothing mind and encourage positivity.
Go camping on the banks of Ganges
Rishikesh is truly blessed with a rich cultural history having a backdrop of scenic vistas of the mountain range and the serene Gange river that flows through it. Camping on the banks Ganga river can lift up a travel experience in a great way.
Best time to visit
The best time to visit Rishikesh is between the months of September to June when the climate is conducive for enjoying the adventurous activities especially white water rafting. Although, the months of the summer season could get a little hot, also the month of March when Yoga Festival is celebrated.
Dated over 1939, Lakshman Jhula is a suspension bridge that lies across the river Ganga in the city of Rishikesh. Stretches to around 450 feet and stands on 70 feet tall from over the waters, this bridge is a great pilgrimage attraction.
A confluence of three holy rivers makes it named Triveni Ghat which plays an important role according to Hindu mythology. You will get an opportunity to admire the magnificent charm and spiritual aura to get soaked while exploring the city.
Literally means “Pond of the Sage”, Rishikund is a natural hot spring in the city which is located in the vicinity of Triveni Ghat. A huge number of devotees in the region marks a visit to this place on a sightseeing tour of Rishikesh.
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is a prominent shrine in Rishikesh. Nestled on a hill at an altitude of 1675 meters, it offers magnificent views of its pleasant surroundings. It is an ideal place to enjoy different adventure activities or go for shopping near the shops where you can buy souvenirs.
