1. Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh
One of the most noticeable spots in Rishikesh, Laxman Jhula is a 450-feet extended engineered overpass at the level of 70 feet from the stream. Implicit the year 1939, the scaffold is a significant fascination as it is accepted that it is a similar spot where Lord Laxman crossed the Ganga River on a jute rope.
While you will find a lot of bistros on the two sides of the extension, the popular spots you ought to visit are Laxman Temple and Tera Manzil Mandir arranged nearby.
While crossing the extension, do stop in the center and simply absorb the perspective on the slopes surrounding you. Nothing is more dreamlike than this!
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2. Slam Jhula, Rishikesh
A couple of miles downstream from Laxman Jhula is the Ram Jhula. Practically comparable in its design and development, this engineered overpass was worked in 1980, somewhat later than Laxman Jhula.
As you cross this extension, you will observe the Himalayas looking out of mists on crisp mornings and the Ganga River spouting down in the full stream. It makes for a grand vista that you would rather not miss when in Rishikesh.
The scaffold is likewise prestigious for connecting two famous ashrams of the town – Swarg Ashram on one side and the Sivananda Ashram on the other. Around 450 feet in length, this extension offers amazing perspectives on valleys and the sanctuaries around. Walk gradually if you have any desire to take everything in.
3. Tera Manzil Mandir, Rishikesh
Otherwise called Trimbakeshwar Temple, this is one of the most eminent sanctuaries of Rishikesh. Roosted on the banks of River Ganga, the sanctuary (as its name recommends) has 13 stories and strikingly gorgeous engineering. It tends to be effectively recognized from a remote place thanks to its brilliant exterior.
Area: Laxman Jhula, Rishikesh
Timings: 6 AM – 7 PM
4. Shri Bharat Mandir, Rishikesh
One of the most seasoned and most respected sanctuaries in the whole city, Shri Bharat Mandir is devoted to Lord Hrishikesh Narayan. This magnificent sanctuary has a few fanciful stories behind it. For example, it is trusted that the Pandavas, while heading to paradise, remained at this sanctuary and adored Lord Hrishikesh. It is likewise accepted that at one moment that Lord Buddha visited the sanctuary, it was changed over into a religious community for a couple of years. Interesting, right?
Area: Ghat Road, Mayakund, Rishikesh
Timing: 5 AM – 12 PM; 4 PM – 9 PM; All Days
5. Triveni Ghat, Rishikesh
It is one of the most well-known ghats in Rishikesh and makes for a delightful spot to watch the night Ganga Aarti. The holiness of the Ghat comes from the legend that it sees the conversion of three significant streams – Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati.
The ghat is thought of as consecrated and assuming Hindu folklore is to be accepted, it is said that a dunk in the heavenly water of Ganga close to the ghat can cleanse every one of your wrongdoings. All things considered, this ghat has been referenced in both our sagas – Ramayana and Mahabharata.
Sit by the ghat at night and absorb the quality of the Aarti.
6. The Beatles Ashram, Rishikesh
Situated a good ways off of around 18 km from the downtown area, The Beatles Ashram is among the main spots to visit in Rishikesh. After the Beatles visited the ashram to do supernatural reflection, the attitude toward Indian otherworldliness impacted the world over.
The time the Beatles spent at the ashram is promoted as one of their most useful periods where they composed a lot of tunes. On the off chance that you are a Beatles fan, you need to visit the ashram and absorb its peacefulness. The spot isn’t kept up with appropriately yet, the remnants look wonderful. Simply track down a spot inside the ashram and go through certain hours pondering.
Area: Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh
Timings: Open on the entire day till dusk
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7. Shivpuri, Rishikesh
No outing to Rishikesh is finished without attempting the adrenaline-spiking water sport – stream boating. Also, the best spot to enjoy one of the most thrilling experience exercises in Rishikesh is Shivpuri. A center for waterway boating, the spot is packed with individuals who need to attempt this experience sport. Whether you need to go for the short 9-km or the long 21-km undertaking, you will track down all the gear and game plans at Shivpuri.
Obviously, to do everything, we suggest you book a 1N/2D camp. After stream boating, you can relax in tents and spend your nights around a huge fire.
8. Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, Rishikesh
Situated around 30 km from Rishikesh, this blessed sanctuary is viewed as one of the main journey places for every one of the enthusiasts of Lord Shiva. As per Hindu folklore, it is accepted that the sanctuary is worked at a similar place where Lord Shiva drank the toxin ‘Halahala’ that was separated subsequent to beating the sea to get the solution of life.
Not just this, the sanctuary likewise has a freshwater spring where fans take a sacred plunge.
Area: Kotdwar – Pauri Road
Timings: 6 AM – 7 PM
9. Jumpin Heights, Rishikesh
Rishikesh, being the swashbuckler’s heaven, is likewise the center point of one of the most overwhelming yet invigorating exercises of all – bungee bouncing. Also, the best spot to attempt this experience sport is Jumpin Heights.
Aside from bungee hopping, this experience sports point has arrangements for flying fox and goliath swing. Right from master educators to the cogwheels required for bungee bouncing, you will track down everything here. Besides, you can likewise record your response on camera.
Passage Fees: INR 100, Extra charges for bungee bouncing and flying fox.
Area: District Pauri Garhwal, Mohan Chatti, 30 km from Rishikesh
Timing: 9:30 AM – 4 PM, All Days
