Rishikesh

"Yoga
Capital
of
the
World"

Rishikesh
Tourism
Situated along the convergence of Ganga and Chandrabhaga,
Rishikesh on the foothills of Himalayas is the hub of many ancient
temples, popular cafes, yoga ashrams and adventure sports.
Rishikesh is the most beautiful blend of spiritual and adrenaline
pumping experiences. With Whitewater Rafting industry growing
and a number of camping and cafe spots springing up, Rishikesh
has grown immensely as a favourite, catering to people with
different needs.

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Guide
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About Rishikesh
Suggested Itinerary
Commuting tips
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Suggested
Itinerary

Day 1: Start off your day with a visit to the Laxman Jhula followed
by a visit to the 13-storied Kailash Niketan Temple. End your day
with a visit to the Beatles Ashram and proceed to the markets of
Rishikesh where you can indulge in flavors from North India.
Day 2: Enjoy bungee jumping/ river rafting in the morning and
kayaking in the late afternoon.
Day 3: Visit Neelkanth Madhav Temple where Lord Shiva is
believed to have consumed poison from Samudra Manthan.
Indulge in the pious Ganga arti in Triveni Ghat in the evening.

Commuting
in
Rishikesh
Take the autos or buses to move around the city. Otherwise, you
can also walk on foot.

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Adventure
Activities
in
Rishikesh

Rishikesh is also a brilliant spot for white water rafting. Other

adventure activities include mountain biking, canyoning and even
bungee jumping. However, the rates and availability differ from
season to season.

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 2.
Lakshman
Jhula

Open
Time : 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Cost : No entry fee

The Lakshman Jhula is a famous hanging bridge across the river

Ganga that connects two villages, Tapovan in the Tehri Garhwal
district and Jonk in the Pauri Garhwal district. Located 5
kilometres to the northeast of the town Rishikesh in the Indian
state of Uttarakhand, the entire bridge is made up of iron, is 450
feet long and is situated at the height of 70 feet from the river.
The Lakshman Jhula is extremely well known amongst tourists
because of the rich mythological associations that are connected
with the bridge. It is widely believed that Lord Lakshman, the
younger brother of Lord Rama, had crossed the river Ganga at
this same site, where the bridge now majestically stands for all to
see.

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Neelkantha
Mahadeva
Temple

Open
Time : All days of the week: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Cost : Free

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is dedicated to Shiva as Neelkanth

is his another name. This temple is located around 7km from
Swarg Ashram and the route is a 3 hour long walk along a forest
path.

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Geeta
Bhawan

Open
Time : 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Cost : No entry fee

Gita Bhavan is located on the banks of River Ganga. This place

has over 1000 rooms to offer free of cost to the visitors. Various
'Satsang' Programs are also organized during summers.

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Triveni
Ghat

Open
Time : 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Cost : No entry fee

Triveni Ghat is a confluence of three holy significant rivers of

India, namely, the Ganges, the Yamuna and the Saraswathi. It is
one of the most revered sacred bathing spots in Rishikesh,
situated on the banks of the Ganges river. It is a sacred belief
amongst the locals that all those who take a dip in Triveni Ghat
will have a relief from all the sins carried out in their lifteime, as
the water here has the power to purify them.

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 6.
Rafting
in
Rishikesh

Blend into the ambience of the beautiful Ganga decorated by the

spirit and energy of your fellow rafters. Beach camp at night and
sip your favourite drink and eat your favourite snacks by the
beach, explore the woods if you want to. And in the morning,
wake up to exotic and refreshing views as you get prepared for
the well spirited and truly fantastic sport that is rafting.

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Bungee
Jumping
in
Rishikesh

If you are an adventure seeking soul, then Rishikesh offers you

one of the best professionally managed bungee jumping in India.
With an impeccable safety record, their operation and
equipments are very safe. The bungee jumping spot is situated
about 20 kms from main city and proves to be a most thrilling
experience of your life.

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Kaudiyala

Open
Time : All days of the week: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Cost : INR 1,500 per person onwards

At 380 m high, Kaudiyala is a popular rock climbing destination

surrounded by dense forests. It also offers white river rafting
tracks, and the sports is organized by the camping facilities
around the place.

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Bharat
Mandir

Open
Time : All days of the week: 5:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM
- 9:00 PM
Cost : Free

Founded by Adiguru Shankaracharya in 12th century, the shrine

houses Lord Vishnu carved out of a single piece of Saligram. The
inner canopy of the temple contains Shree Yanthra.

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Jadh
Ganga
Trek

Since past many years, the region and the trail has been able to
maintain its raw beauty accompanied by virginity and tranquility
of the place. The gushing streams, pristine glaciers and splendid
landscape adds charm to the beauty of this already beautiful
place.

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Restaurants
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Rishikesh

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 Tip Top Restaurant
Multi-cuisine
8 AM to 10 PM
INR 300-350 For Two for two
Set up at a high, elevated terrain, one can get a beautiful view of the
river from here. Indian, Italian and Israeli dishes are available on the
menu.
Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand - 249304, India

Little Buddha Cafe

Cafe
8 AM - 11 PM
INR 350-400 For Two for two
Overlooking the Ganges River, one gets a spectacular view from this
cafe . Located in the busy locality of Laxman Jhula, it remains busy
and crowded most of the times. It is known for its well prepared
Continental dishes, such as the freshly baked Pizzas and vegetable
platter.
Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand - 249302, India

Prem's Namaste Cafe

Cafe
8 AM - Midnight
INR 250- 300 For Two for two
The general atmosphere and food at Prem's is pretty much similar to
the ones offered by other restaurants in the vicinity. But the nightly
jam sessions set it a notch above the other places.
Laxman Jhula Road Rishikesh 249201 India

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 Green Italian Restaurant
Italian, Israeli, Thai
08:00 am to 10:00 pm
INR 150-200 For Two for two
With the finest global cuisines being served, Green Italian Restaurant
is a glass-fronted place that offers great wood-fired pizzas, delicious
pastas and some freshly baked Israeli dishes.
Locality, Swarg Ashram

Chotiwala
Indian, Desserts
7AM-10PM
INR 200-250 For Two for two
Serving authentic North and South Indian food along with ice-creams
and some fizzy drinks like lime soda, Chotiwala is a great place to
dine out with family and friends. Easy on the pocket and an elegant
ambience makes the place worth going to once at least.
Swargashram, Swargashram, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh

Ganga Beach Restaurant

North-Indian, Continental
10AM-11PM
INR 250-300 For Two for two
Ganga Beach Resort has an in-house restaurant which serves lip-
smacking food at very reasonable prices. With a great riverside
location and spacious terrace, it is a calm and serene resort to dine
in. The resort is famous for wood-fired pizzas, burritos, crepes and
the ice-cold Lassi servings.
Shesdhara, Tapovan, Laxman Jhula Road Rishikesh

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 Lucky Restaurant
Indian
INR 150 For Two for two
A popular restaurant based in Laxman Jhula, Lucky's is an awesome
riverside garden shaded by a huge tree and a cushioned area. This is
the only restaurant in Rishikesh that serves non-vegetarian dishes as
well. Its easy on the wallet as well.
Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh

Oasis
Italian, Indian
7:30AM-10PM
INR 200-250 For Two for two
With an open terrace and Indian touch in its ambience, this place is
perfect for candle light dinners, with hanging lanterns in the
background. The menu covers Italian, Mexican, Thai and many more
international cuisines. Do indulge in its chicken preparations and
tempting desserts.
Badrinath Road, Rishikesh

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Budget
Hotels
in
Rishikesh

9.7 9.7

Shalom
Backpackers Gungun
Homestay
Rishikesh Gulab Nagar Near Govt. Inter college,
Laxman Jhula Paidal Marg Tapovan Village Tapovan Tehri Garhwal,
Starting From ₹
399

Starting From ₹
600

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 9.5 9.3

Anjali
Home
Stay Blue
Jay
Hostel
Rishikesh
Tapovan gulab nagar near inter college Blue Jay Hostel, Opposite Ayur Park,
Starting From ₹
510

Near SBI Bank Jonk, Badrinath Road,

Tapovan
Starting From ₹
299

9.2 9.0

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Village
Yoga Street Tapovan Chakjogiwala , Chidarwala, Rishikesh
Starting From ₹
250

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