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Rishikesh in the bank of Holi river Ganga

Rishikesh in the bank of Holi river Ganga

Rishikesh, as the birthplace of yoga, attracts spiritual-seekers who come to meditate, do yoga, and learn about other aspects of Hinduism. The whole town is considered to be sacred and it’s believed that meditation there leads to salvation

Rishikesh in the bank of Holi river Ganga

Rishikesh in the bank of Holi river Ganga

Rishikesh is at the crossroads of the Ganges River, with imposing, grand mountains and a modern pace of life that slows down just a little in the presence of religious devotion. Rishikesh is the place you go to rediscover the wonder of nature, trace the steps of Indian history and relax while exploring.

The Holi Ganga

The Holi Ganga

Rishikesh is the lap of Hindu philosophy and learning, with several ashrams devoted to the understanding and propagation of the faith. Signs of religious rituals can be seen all over Rishikesh – in the numerous temples lining in the banks of the river Ganga

Lakshman Jhula suspension bridge

Lakshman Jhula suspension bridge

As per the popular Hindu mythology, Ramayan, it is believed that Lord Ram and his brother Lakshman had crossed the Ganga river at the same place, where the bridge has been built.

Lakshman Jhula suspension bridge

Lakshman Jhula suspension bridge

The bridge is made up of iron and it is almost 450 feet long, which is suspended at an elevation of almost 70 feet above the river. Lakshman Jhula has been one of the centres for tourist attraction since its inception for its amazing association of the Hindu Mythology.

Here West meets east, perfect cultural confluence

Here West meets east, perfect cultural confluence

Rishikesh acquired prominence in the west when the Beatles generation was influenced by the foray of their idols into this Hindu spiritual heartland. Because Rishikesh is where the Beatles met Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and began their quest for spiritual salvation. But in 1997, the ashram turned into ruins after it was abandoned but is still famous and visited by many people.

Lakshman Jhula suspension bridge

Lakshman Jhula suspension bridge

Lakshman Jhula happens to be one of the famous hanging bridges across the holy river Ganga. The jhula is a link in between two important villages in Rishikesh. It connects the Tapovan village in Tehri Garhwal and Jonk village in Pauri Garhwal.

Rishikesh, the 'place of the sages' is a spiritual town located on the banks of the Ganga. Surrounded by Shivalik range of Himalayas on three sides, it holds a deep cultural and spiritual significance for its visitors. It is believed that when Raibhya Rishi undertook rigorous penance, God appeared in the form of “Hrishikesh" (another name of Lord Vishnu) and henceforth this area came to be known as Rishikesh.

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