The adventure destination of Rishikesh is located in the northern part of the state of Uttaranchal. The Ganga River flows through the holy land. Rishikesh stands at an altitude of 356 meters above sea level.
Along the river, the area is filled with thick green forests in the all-mountainous region. The entire area falls on the Garhwal region of Northern India.
Rishikesh is one tourist destination of India, which the pilgrims, nature lovers and the adventure seekers love to throng. Rishikesh is famous for adventure activities like river rafting, trekking, rock climbing
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Luxury Indian Destinations offers you tour packages that take you to Rishikesh in Uttaranchal, North India. Located at a distance of 238 kilometers from Delhi, India Rishikesh is considered to be the main center of yoga and meditation.
One of the most important Hindu pilgrimages, Rishikesh is located on the right banks of the River Ganges where it flows to meet the Chandrabhaga River. Rishikesh in Uttaranchal, North India is popularly known as the yoga capital of the world.
The right time to visit Rishikesh in Uttaranchal, North India is during the months of September to November. Located at an altitude of 356 meters above the sea level, Rishikesh in Uttaranchal, North India is a Hindu pilgrimage destination with its ashrams and temples and is counted as one of the Char Dhams.
Those interested in adventure sports, especially white-water rafting can visit Rishikesh for the thrill and adventure.
Tourist Attractions in Rishikesh
Lakshman Jhula- a prime tourist attraction in Rishikesh the Lakshman Jhula is a landmark in Rishikesh. The bridge is a suspension iron bridge, over the Ganges.
The view from the bridge, especially during the high current of the river below, is awesome. You can enjoy the spectacular surroundings and the cool breeze from the River while from the bridge.
You can also take a boat ride and view the bridge from the boat while feeding the fish in the river.
Ram Jhula- another suspended bridge between Shivanand Ashram and Sawarg Ashram, Ram Jhula has been named after Laxman’s elder brother Ram.Ram Jhula is another bridge in Rishikesh, made of iron, which looks quite similar in appearance to the Lakshman Jhula. It is also known by the name of Shivanand Jhula and has been constructed to pave way between Shivanand Ashram and Swarg Ashram
Bharat Mandir: this temple was built in 12th century by Adiguru Shankracharya, the Hindu saint. This is the oldest temples in Rishikesh and is located on the bank of river Ganges, in the old town and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, whose idol, carved out of a single 'Salagram', stands here.
Bharat Mandir, contrary to what the name suggests, is not dedicated to Lord Rama’s brother Bharat. Rather, it enshrines an idol of Lord Vishnu, which is said to be carved out of a single 'Salagram'. The temple was constructed by Adiguru Shankracharya, in 12th century. Located on the bank of the holy Ganges, the shrine is counted amongst the oldest temples in Rishikesh
Rishikund: Legend has it that, the river Goddess Yamuna, being pleased with the saint Kubz, filled this tank with water.Rishikund is a tank in Rishikesh, considered to be scared by the pilgrims. As per the legends, Goddess Yamuna filled this tank with water, after being pleased with Kubz, a saint.
Nilkanth Mahadeo: The Hindu mythology has it that when the ocean was being churned out for “amrit” by the gods and the demons, it was venom that first oozed out. Lord Shiva swallowed the venom at this spot, and the place got its name from that event
Gita Bhavan
Gita Bhavan is the name given to a building situated just by the side of the Lakshman Jhula. Constructed a few years back only, the bhavan is famous for housing magnificent statues and paintings, of the various characters in Hindu mythology.
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