| Rishikesh - 'the Gateway to Land of Lords', is one of | | | | Yoga Study Centre, Sri Ved Niketan Ashram and |
| the popular Hindu pilgrimages destinations in India. It is a | | | | Yoga Niketan Ashram. |
| perfect combination of pilgrimage, adventure, wildlife, | | | | Adventure Activities |
| yoga and meditation. The holy city awaits millions of | | | | Set an expedition to adventure world filled with lot of |
| devotees and adventure enthusiasts every year. | | | | excitement and enjoyment. Have a thrilling experience |
| Rishikesh is often crowded, specially from April to | | | | of white water rafting in Rishikesh. Rafting on water of |
| October. | | | | wisdom is an unique experience that enchants every |
| Historical Tales | | | | visitor. Explore the wild waves of Ganges that gushes |
| Heralded amidst lofty hills, the city is located at an | | | | down from an altitude of 480 m. Those who are |
| altitude of 356 m above the sea level. It is also known | | | | sacred of rafting can indulge themselves in gentle |
| as 'Tapo Bhumi' means the place for meditation of | | | | canoeing here. |
| Gods. According to legends, sage Raibhya Rishi did | | | | The other option to add more thrill in your Rishikesh trip |
| severe penance and as a reward, God appeared to | | | | is trekking. Explore the fascinating trekking routes |
| him in the form of Hrishikesh. It is also said that the land | | | | surrounded by lush greenery on high ranges of great |
| has witnessed the incident in which Lord Vishnu | | | | Himalayas. The trek route offers a magnificent |
| vanquished the demon Madhu. | | | | panaroma of picturesque locales. |
| Yoga and Meditation Centres | | | | Shopping Arcade |
| Rishikesh is also popularly known as world of yoga | | | | Rishikesh is primarily a pilgrimage destination. Therefore |
| and meditation. The holy town is dotted with numerous | | | | visitors can rarely find big markets or souvenir shops. |
| yoga resorts where people can do meditation and | | | | But there are few things which can delight the |
| yoga for their spiritual development. The serene and | | | | shopaholics. They can shop for handicrafts made of |
| calm ambiance in the ashrams conducts yoga and | | | | sea shells, beads, pearls etc. Visitors can also look for |
| meditation to attain complete mental peace and | | | | saris, handloom fabric, bed covers and cotton fabrics |
| satisfaction. Some of the popular centres includes The | | | | at local shops. |