Rishikesh

Known as the ‘Yoga Capital of the World’, Rishikesh is a serene Himalayan town nestled on the banks of River Ganges. It is famous for its ancient temples, hippie cafes and dare-devil adventure sports.

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Things To See & Do

Laxman Jhula

Laxman Jhula

A 450-Feet Iron-Suspension Bridge
An iconic landmark in Rishikesh, this is where Lakshman is believed to have crossed the River Ganges on a jute rope.

30 Minutes to 1 ...

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Rajaji National Park

Rajaji National Park

Home to Rare Animals
Named after C.Rajagopalachari, this is the second tiger reserve of Uttarakhand made by the merger of three erstwhile sanctuaries — The Chilla, Motichur and Rajaji.

1 Day

Suggested Time

Triveni Ghat

Triveni Ghat

A Sacred Bathing Spot
The meeting point of the three holy rivers – The Ganga, the Yamuna and the Saraswati, this site is considered auspicious for taking a holy dip in the Ganges.

1 to 2 Hours

Suggested Time

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple

A Famous Shiva Temple
A revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, it is believed to be the same place where Lord Shiva drank the poison that came out of Samudra manthan.

30 Minutes to 1 ...

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Parmarth Niketan

Parmarth Niketan

The Largest Ashram in Rishikesh.
Sharing the divine knowledge of Yoga and Ayurveda with the world since more than 70 years, Parmarth Niketan is known for its Hawan on Parmarth Ghat and Maha Aarti at dawn and dusk.

1 Hour

Suggested Time

Vashishtha Guha Temple

Vashishtha Guha Temple

Sage Vashishtha’s Meditation Spot
About an hour away from Rishikesh, the legendary cave is believed to be the meditation spot of Sage Vashishtha, and is a mecca for peace seekers.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

The Beatles Ashram

The Beatles Ashram

A Legendary Ashram
Fondly known as Chaurasi Kutia, the Beatles came here to practice transcendental meditation under Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, and gifted the world some of their best compositions.

30 Minutes to 1 ...

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Tera Manzil

Tera Manzil

A 13 Storey Shrine Temple
Also known as Trimbakeshwar Temple, this spiritual abode is home to many famous Hindu deities and is located on the banks of the Ganges.

1 to 2 Hours

Suggested Time

Little Buddha Cafe

Little Buddha Cafe

A Tree House Cafe
Offering delectable food with fantastic views of the Ganges, Little Buddha Café is close to the Laxman Jhula, and has an inviting tree house style setting.
Kaudiyala

Kaudiyala

The Best River Rafting Site
About 1.5 hours from Rishikesh, Kaudiyala is the capital of nautical activities in the country and offers many exhilarating experiences for adventure lovers.

1 to 2 days

Suggested Time

Ram Jhula

Ram Jhula

Yoga Capital’s Architectural Marvel
Ram Jhula is an important landmark and one of the most sought-after sights in Rishikesh. The 450ft long suspension bridge is located over the holy Ganges river and connect Shivananda Nagar in the west to Swargashram in the east. It was constructed in the year 1986 by PWD.

2-3 hours

Suggested Time

Neergarh Waterfall

Neergarh Waterfall

The Mesmeric Waterfall of Rishikesh
The Neergarh Waterfalls are a hidden gem seated amid the mountain valleys. It makes for a perfect retreat for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. Its located only five km from the Lakshman Jhula and represents a collection of three waterfalls that cascade down rocky cliffs into blue pools.

1-2 hours

Suggested Time

Vashistha Cave

Vashistha Cave

The Holy Abode of Sage Vashistha
Vashistha Cave is an ancient cave renowned for it is believed that Sage Vashistha and his wife meditated here for many years. According to Hindu mythology, Sage Vashista was the human son of Lord Brahma and one of the great seven sages.

1-2 hours

Suggested Time

Kunjapuri Devi Temple

Kunjapuri Devi Temple

One of the 52 Shakti Peeths
Dedicated to Goddess Sati, this hill-top shrine temple is about an hour away from Rishikesh and offers panoramic views of Garhwal Himalayas.

2-3 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Rishikesh

All year round destination

  • OCT-FEB

    Peak Season

  • MAR-MAY

    Moderate Season

  • JUN-SEP

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant and sunny days with comparatively colder evenings.
  • You Will Love:Adventure activities and camping.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

International Yoga Festival1st to 7th March

Ganga Kayak FestivalFebruary or March

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