Holiday Destination: Rishikesh

Rishikesh is a city of Dehradun district in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. Now it becomming a world destination of Yoga, mean "Yoga Capital of World Rishikesh, literally:Hair (kesh) of the sage" (rishi), is a holy city for Hindus located in the foothills of the Himalaya in northern India. Legend states that Lord Rama did penance here for killing Ravana, the demon king of Lanka. It is also known as the gateway to the Himalayas and is located about 25 kilometers away from another holy city, The sacred river Ganga flows through Rishikesh. In fact, it is here that the river leaves the Shivalik mountains Himalayas, and flows out into the plains of northern India. Several temples, ancient as well as new, can be found along the banks of the Ganges in Rishikesh. It is believed that meditation in Rishikesh brings one closer to attainment of moksha, as does a dip in the holy river that flows through it. It is also becoming a popular spot for white water rafting enthusiasts, both from India and abroad, as it offers medium to rough rapids in the course of river Ganges. Rishikesh is home to the 120 year old Kailas Ashram Brahmavidyapeetham, an institution dedicated to preserve and promote the traditional Vedantic Studies. Prominent personalities such as Swami Vivekananda, Swami Ramatirtha and Swami Shivananda have studied in this institution.

Climate

summer the temperature in Rishikesh in minimum 35°C and maximum is 45°C. The temperature in winter is minimum 10°C and maximum temperature is 30°C.

Tourist Season

Round the Year

Accommodation

Hotels and Private Cottages are available which suit all budgets .

General Information Of Rishikesh

Area: 372 mts Population: 56,671 Languages: Garhwali, Hindi and English Temperature: 35°C to 45°C in summer 10°C to 30°C in winter

Tourist Attraction in or near by Rishikesh

Triveni Ghat

A bathing Ghat which resounds with the 'Arti' performed every evening to river Ganga.

Laxman Jhoola

A suspension bridge across river Ganga, on the old route to the shrines of Badrinath and Kedarnath is worth visiting spot. .

Shivanand Jhoola

Also known as Ram Jhoola, the bridge runs across the river near Swarg Ashram.

Temples

Some premier temples in Rishikesh are Raghunath Temple, Pushkar Temple, Venkateshwar Temple, Chandra Mauleshwaran Temple, Shatrughan Temple, Bharat Mandir and Lakshman Temple.

Ashrams and Yoga Centres

Some of the main Ashrams are Mahesh Yogi Ashram, Shankaracharya Nagar, Shivanand Ashram, Muni Ki Reti, Swarg Ashram, Gita Bhawan, Ved Niketan and Yoga Study Centre.

Accessibility

Road Distance from Rishikesh to (in kms)

Delhi to Rishikesh: 240 km Haridwar to Rishikesh: 25 km Dehradun to Rishikesh: 45 km Uttarkashi to Rishikesh: 143 km Rudraprayag to Rishikesh: 138 km

Nearest Airport

For Rishikesh is Jolly Grant idistance by 18 km

Nearest Railway Station

Rishikesh have own Railway Station and well connected to other major cities.