Rishikesh, often spelled Hrishikesh, is a city near Dehradun in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is a Hindu pilgrimage town on the right bank of the Ganges River, with ancient sages and saints meditating here in quest of greater knowledge. Along the river’s banks, there are various temples and ashrams.
It is regarded as the “Gateway to the Garhwal Himalayas” and “Yoga Capital of the World”.
Since 1999, the city has hosted the annual “International Yoga
1 . Narendra Nagar
This little yet attractive hamlet is located in the Tehri Garhwal area (it was the former capital of the Tehri state) and is only 20 kilometres from Rishikesh. Its pleasant climate draws visitors all year, despite its elevation of 1,326 metres. Expect peace and quiet because it’s not very popular. It provides breathtaking views of the Ganga and the Doon valley.
2. Byasi
This small village located at the banks of River Ganga is a rafting and water sports adventure hub, just 30 km from Rishikesh. The road from Rishikesh to Byasi is smooth, snaking up the mountains, offering stunning views of the Ganga.
3. Gita Bhawan
Near the Lakshman Jhula, is the newly constructed building of Gita Bhawan. It runs a free Ayurvedic dispensary and also has a branch of the Gita Press. The stories of the epics Ramayana and the Mahabharata are beautifully illustrated on its walls.
4. Shivpuri
Near the Lakshman Jhula, is the newly constructed building of Gita Bhawan. It runs a free Ayurvedic dispensary and also has a branch of the Gita Press. The stories of the epics Ramayana and the Mahabharata are beautifully illustrated on its walls.
5 .Swargashram
A cluster of ashrams on the eastern bank of the Ganga is popularly known as Swargashram. Most of these ashrams offer courses on yoga and spiritual studies, and are well-known among tourists.
6. Triveni Ghat
Located at the heart of town, Triveni is the most well-known bathing ghat (stepped banks of a river), where most pilgrims take a holy dip before they visit the temples of Rishikesh. An amazing sight here is the evening aarti, a ceremony accompanied by lights, drums and chanting, with the entire ghat lit with flickering lamps.
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