One of the most visited, the Lakshmana Jhula is a suspended bridge, extending from one bank of the Ganges to the other. The bridge is mythological significant because it is where Lakshman crossed the Ganga through on jute-rope-made bridge.
Trayambakeshwar Temple Trayambakeshwar Temple Rishikesh is one of the famous holy shrines in Rishikesh. Also known as the Tera Manzil Temple, the temple was constructed as an abode of Lord Shiva, and this particular Rishikesh Shiva temple is considered to be the one of the many Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
Ram Jhula is a popular tourist destination, and is known for its stunning views of the Ganges River and the surrounding mountains. The bridge is also a popular spot for yoga and meditation, and is home to several ashrams and temples.
Parmarth Niketan Ashram, located in the lap of the verdant Himalayas. It is one of the top yoga centers in India and the biggest ashram in the area which is situated on the banks of the holy Ganges River. It has now blossomed over 70 years of its existence into the largest ashram in Rishikesh.
Most of your might have passes admiring the songs of the favourite band called 'Beatles', but do you know your favourite band once visited a quaint ashram in Rishikesh to attend a special meditation programme. In the year 1968, the entire group of Beatle flew down to India to meet a saint called Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and practice some advanced meditation programme.
Janki Setu, also known as Janki Bridge, is a three-lane suspension bridge across the Ganges River in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India. It was opened to the public in 2018 and is the first three-lane bridge in Uttarakhand.
Situated on the banks of the holy Ganges , Triveni Ghat is a sacred ghat in Rishikesh famous for the Ganga Aarti. Triveni words comes from join of two words Tri (three) and Veni (confluence) meaning confluence of three. It is one of the biggest and must visit ghat of Rishikesh.
Rishikesh as the land of river rafting as it is one of the most popular destinations for this activity anywhere in India. So if you are planning a trip to Rishikesh, make sure not to skip this adrenaline-pumping adventure.
Himalayan Yoga School in Rishikesh, the place where physical and mental practices meet the art of spirituality in the form of yoga. One can quest a large number of yoga and meditation centers in Rishikesh offering authentic and traditional knowledge of yoga.
The most mysterious thing in Rishikesh is the secret waterfall located on Balaknath Temple Road in Tapovan. This waterfall in the middle of the forest is the best picnic spot with its natural beauty. With several small water pools, this waterfall is a great place to dip.
The narrow stream of blue waters, surrounded by the lush foliage of Himalayan vegetation, Neer Garh Waterfall is a treat for any adventure or nature lover visiting Rishikesh. It is a sheer delight to watch the roaring stream making its way through steep rocks before plunging into a clear water pool.
Patna Waterfall is a popular waterfall in Rishikesh where nature lovers like to come and spend some time in solitude amidst the nature. It is named after the Patna village situated nearby and is also well-known for limestone caves located next to the waterfall.
Bharat Mandir is an ancient temple located in the heart of Rishikesh. This temple is also known as Hrishikesh Narayan Temple. The main deity of the temple is Lord Vishnu. The idol of Lord Vishnu was carved out of Saligram, a single black stone and has Himalayan cast of features.
Kunjapuri is positioned at a height of 1645 meters and lends a panoramic sight of the Himalayan peaks to the North and Rishikesh, Haridwar and the Doon valley to the South. Kunjapuri Temple trek is very much famous for trekking in rishikesh and travelling towards Gangotri.
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple - is a Hindu temple dedicated to Nilkanth (Lord Shiva). The temple is situated at a height of 1330 meters and is located about 32 km from Rishikesh in the Pauri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand.
Omkarananda Ashram is a spiritual and cultural center located in Rishikesh, India. It was founded in 1967 by Paramahamsa Omkarananda Saraswati, a renowned spiritual teacher and philanthropist.
Lakshman Temple is believed to be the place where Lord Lakshmana meditated to attain spiritual enlightenment. The temple is also believed to be the place where Lord Rama and Lakshmana constructed a jute bridge across the Ganges River.