Rishikesh is truly a beautiful hilly city located in
Uttarakhand and at a serene location which can definitely warm anyone’s heart.
It is also called the gateway to Garhwal Mountains and it has a rich cultural
history which blends with modern city There are plenty of things you can do in
Rishikesh, such as Bungee jumping to hopping at some cafes. Here are some of
the best activities and places to visit –
River Rafting
Rishikesh is also located in the proximity to Himalayan
ranges and River Ganges is flowing through it at a full pace. So, it is an
ideal spot for river rafting. You can definitely go crazy while rafting through
the chilly river with a group of travellers or friends.
Trekking
Rishikesh is beautifully located in the picture-perfect
valley and is covered by serene flora and fauna. Rishikesh is definitely an
ideal place for trekking. You can trek to the landmarks like Kedarnath,
Gangotri, Badrinath or simply the base of the Himalayas which are as stunning
as Rishikesh. You can get lost in its tranquil beauty in the lap of nature. You
can visit here in winter to go trekking.
Get Mesmerized in Ganga Aarti
River Ganga is well regarded as one of the holiest rivers of
the country. The divine aarti is the epitome of people’s devotion towards the
deity at Triveni Ghat. The area lights up every evening with aarti and is
completely a beautiful sight to explore. A lot of lamps are set afloat after
sunset in leaf boats in the Holy River. You can witness the Ganga Aarti and
feel the spirituality.
Beatles Ashram
There is a fair history of Beatles Ashram in Rishikesh. The
Beatles visited this beautiful city several times and this city has a different
appeal. A lot of their songs had been created here. Now, the Ashram has been
abandoned but you can find a lot of paintings and memoirs which shed light on
the time of the Beatles in India.
Join a Yoga Retreat
Yoga has always been in the air of Rishikesh. A lot of
practitioners live here to provide proper yoga training. Yoga is more than just
a physical activity. In fact, it is the process to calm your mind and improve
the clarity of the soul. Rishikesh is well regarded as the yoga capital of the
world. People from different parts of the world are used to visit here for
practicing yoga.
Lakshman Jhula
Legends have it that this rope bridge was handmade by
Lakshmana from the epic Ramayana to cross the River Ganga with his brother,
Lord Rama, and Sita. It is known to be built in the same spot. You can have a
serene walk over the bridge and feel the chill vibes in the evenings. The
bridge connects two major sides of town.
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