Known as the
vibrant city Rishikesh is one place which has a lot of things to offer in its
bosom. Also known as the ‘Yoganagari’ or the ‘Yoga Capital of the Country’ and
the ‘Gateway to the Garhwal Himalayas’, this quaint city is known for its
bountiful beauty, sanctity, adventure options and the magnificent places to visit in Rishikesh.
Also blessed with Garhwal Himalayas and the holy Ganges,
Rishikesh is one of the ancient cities in the country. Talking about the places
to visit in and around Rishikesh, the city offers a myriad and engrossing list
to its visitors. River Rafting in Rishikesh is also an activity which
should be on your bucket list.Jotted with sacred temples, pious ghats, tranquil
ashrams and evergreen forests, this serene city has something for everyone.
Rishikesh is a city, municipal corporation and a tehsil in Dehradun district of the Indian state, Uttarakhand. Located in the
foothills of the Himalayas in northern
India, it is known as the 'Gateway to the Garhwal Himalayas and 'Yoga
Capital of the World'. It is
approximately 25 km (16 mi) north of the city Haridwar and
43 km (27 mi) southeast of the state capital Dehradun. According to Census of India, 2011 Rishikesh had
a population of 102,138 making it the seventh most populated city in the state
of Uttarakhand. It is known as the pilgrimage town and regarded as one of
the holiest places to Hindus. Hindu sages and
saints have visited Rishikesh since ancient times to meditate in search of
higher knowledge.
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