Rishikesh, the begining of peace and serinity..
Rishikesh is known as the gateway to the Himalayas and is the starting point for travelling to the sites that form the Char Dham pilgrimage — Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri.
The sacred river Ganga flows through Rishikesh.
It is located around 25 kilometers away from another holy city, Haridwar.
Rishikesh is also attributed to be “The World-Capital of Yoga”.
It has numerous yoga centres that also attract tourists.
Mode of Travel to Rishikesh
Rishikesh is in close proximity of Dehradun’s Jolly Grant Airport.
Delhi to Rishikesh by Road is aprox 235km. Road travel is pretty rough.
So, for the weak hearted, its bettert to take the Rail Route.
There are many Trains between Delhi and Haridwar.
One can take a bus, car from haridwar Railway station to Rishikesh, which is aproximately 20km
Map of Rishikesh India
Activities in Rishikesh India
Rishikesh is a prominent Yoga and Meditation Center.
Its a starting point to the Char Dham Yatra Pilgrimage.
Adventurous activities like River Rafting, Camping along the banks of the River, Trekking the lush green foot hills of the Himalayas are conducted in and around Rishikesh.
There are many Ayurvedic Health Centers and Wellness Spas.
Video on Rafting Adventure at Rishikesh
Hotels and Resorts in Rishikesh
You need to decide whether you wish to stay within the town of Rishikesh, or in the outskirts.
Some of the popular resorts in Rishikesh are
High Banks Peasants Cottage
Narayana Resort
High Bank Himalayan Retreat
Best time to Visit Rishikesh India
For those interested in adventure sports,the best time would be from October to January as the river
Ganga is full after the monsoon .The Pilgrimage season starts in end of April / Early May and lasts till the Day of Deepawali ( Festival of light) thats end of October/early November.
Kind of food in Rishikesh
Non-vegeterian food has been banned in the city for many many years.
North and south Indian food is widely available, and there’s no shortage of multi-cuisine backpacker cafes, especially in Lakshman Jhula.
What excites many foreigners is the delicious Ayurvedic and health food restaurants, perfect for an after-yoga meal.
There are also great german bakeries around the main town area.
Alcohol is banned and inappropriate, as Rishikesh is a holy city.
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24 Jul, 2008 