"Rishikesh" is a name of lord Vishnu that means 'lord of the senses'. Rishikesh is a holy city for Hindus located in the foothills of the Himalaya in northern India. The place gets its name after Lord Vishnu who appeared to 'Raibhya Rishi', as a result of his tapasya (austerities), as Lord Rishikesh.
Legends state that Lord Rama did penance here for killing Ravana, the demon king of Lanka; and Lakshmana, his younger brother, crossed the river Ganga, at a point, where the present 'Lakshman Jhula' bridge stands today, using a jute rope bridge.
The sacred river Ganga flows through Rishikesh. In fact, it is here that the river leaves the Shivalik mountains Himalayas, and flows out into the plains of northern India. Rishikesh, sometimes nicknamed "the world-capital of Yoga", has numerous yoga centres that also attract tourists. It is believed that meditation in Rishikesh brings one closer to attainment of moksha, as does a dip in the holy river that flows through it.
Rishikesh is an important access point to the famous pilgrim spots of the Himalayas such as Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri.
White water rafting in Rishikesh is becoming a popular sport, as it offers medium to rough rapids in the course of river Ganges. Rafting in Rishikesh is getting popular across the globe. The rafting starts from 4 major points – Bramhapuri (9km), Shivpuri (16km), Marine Drive (24km), Kaudiyala (32km) and ends at Rishikesh.
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| Rafterz Camp at Shivpuri |
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Rafterz Camp at Shivpuri is one of the best options for our budget travelers to rishikesh. The camp is managed by one of the pioneer rafting guides of rishikesh. The camp is set in Shivpuri on the banks of a very small tributary of Ganges. The tri.. |
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| All Adventure Camp - Kaudiyala Rishikesh |
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All adventure camp is an ideal location for any adventurer. This is a one stop adventure hub. Offering all kind of camping and adventure activities from camp pitching to Rafting rock climbing. Rappelling, trekking etc. The real adventure is to be .. |
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| Bhrampuri Beach Camp |
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The camp is situated 5 kms upstream on the Ganges on the Badrinath highway. It provides accommodation on twin sharing basis in 10ft x 10ft safari tents. The tents have attached ground sheets to protect sand and insects from entering the tents. T..
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| Shivpuri Beach Camp |
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Shivpuri Beach Camp is one of the best options on the Ganges for White Water Rafting and Camping. It is nestled on the beach of the river Ganges and is of the few camps in Rishikesh where you can drive into. The shivpuri beach camp has been desi..
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| Byasi Beach Camp |
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Byasi Beach Camp is at a location with double advantage. The camp is amidst the scenic beauty of Rajaji National Park and is also by the river Ganges. Camp is about 400 meters from the road head across the river Ganges. The Byasi beach camp has ..
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| Rafting Camp 30 Shivpuri |
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Rafting Camp 30 shivpuri is setup on a long beach along the Ganges. The camp area is separated from the rest of the camps by natural high rocks from both the sides giving it a private feel. Sun bathing on the sandy beach is quite relaxing and fu..
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| The Jungle Camp Resort |
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The Jungle Camp Resort Rishikesh is recommended for people who are looking for rafting in rishikesh accompanied with clean and comfortable camp stays. The camp is not on the Ganges but besides a small perennial stream. The knee deep wa..
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| Rafting - The Hut Cottage Resort Rishikesh |
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The Hut Cottage Resort is located at Rattapani valley near Rishikesh and is an eco resort located just 7 Kms away from Laxman Jhula Rishikesh along an ancient pilgrimage into the headwaters of the ganga.
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| The Jungle Cottage Rishikesh |
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The Jungle Cottage Rishikesh is one of those options which provide more of services and maximum of adventure. The cottage offers all the basic services which is usually missed at other camps in Rishikesh. The cottages are serviced with attached ..
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| Ganga Camp @ Kaudiyala |
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Ganga Camp nestled amongst the hills, with Ganga flowing right in front and having one of the biggest and best beaches, offers with an idyllic panorama for a real holiday. The camp is one of the pioneers of river rafting in India. Doing nothing ..
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Ensure not to miss Ganga Aarti performed at dusk at the Parmarth Ashram. 'Neelkanth Mahadev Temple', situated 12 km from Rishikesh, amidst dense forest is also a popular local pilgrimage, along with 'Vasishtha Gufa', 21 km up from the town by the Ganges.
Places to see:
Bharat Mandir
Rishikund
Ram Jhula
Laxman Jhula
Triveni Ghat
Parmarth Niketan Ashram
Terah Manzil Temple
Yoga Centres
Places to eat:
Chotiwala
Madras Café
German Bakery
Lucky Restaurant
Machan
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