Things to Do in Rishikesh - Sightseeing in Rishikesh

Rishikesh is a land blessed with immense natural beauty, spiritual aura, beautiful temples and centuries old wisdom and spiritual knowledge. This is the land where Gods made their abode and the land that also offers gateway to the beautiful Himalayan ranges & Chota Chardhams of Uttarakhand. The holy River Ganges flows through the heart of this holy town and the banks of which is graced with innumerable temples. Things to do in Rishikesh can be extremely diverse and varied and one can choose from a plethora of options that includes enjoying adventure sports, visiting the various temples or discovering one’s spiritual self with Meditation.
Beautiful View of Risikesh
Beautiful View of Risikesh

What to do in Rishikesh?

When it comes to deciding what to do in Rishikesh, one needs to figure out where one’s interest lies. Those with a spiritual bend of mind can visit the various ashrams and indulge in a yoga and meditation workshop while those who chase the adrenaline rush can indulge in thrilling water sport activities such as white water rafting. One of the highlights of any trip to Rishikesh is being a part of the evening arti and watching a stream of glittering diyas float across the banks of the River Ganges.

Geeta Bhawan: One of the oldest temples is this beautiful bhawan that has Ramayana and Mahabharata inscripted on the walls. One of the most beautiful and spiritual experiences that one can enjoy is to witness the evening prayer at the Geeta Bhawan’s Ghat.

Triveni Ghat: This is one of the main bathing spots in Rishikesh where it is believed that one’s sins get absolved when taking a holy dip at this Ghat

Tera Manzil Temple: This a multistory temple complex dedicated to different Hindu gods and goddesses and it is extremely popular among the pilgrims. One of the most attractive features of this temple is that it offers splendid views of the surroundings.

Swarg Ashram: Situated near the forests of Rishikesh, swarg ashram is a maze of ashrams, cafes and shops and since it is situated on a hilly terrain, the place even has caves where sadhus or hermits reside.

Yoga and Meditation: There are many ashrams that conduct regular yoga and meditation workshops and courses. Patanjali International Yoga Foundation is one such place that offers different courses on yoga and for anyone planning a longer stay can easily take up one of these courses. Most of the hotels also offer yoga and meditation workshops, which may be for a couple of hours and is perfect for those planning a short trip to Rishikesh.

Adventure sports: There are many different kinds of adventures sports that one can enjoy at this beautiful destination. White water rafting on River Ganges is one such popular activity that most people indulge in or specially plan a rafting trip toRishikesh. Other popular sporting activities include rock climbing, trekking and bungee jumping. The mountains and the beautiful surroundings do provide plenty of natural hidden spots to explore and discover the myriad beauty of this exquisite wonderland.

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