Rishikesh
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A town of ashrams and temples on the Ganga at the foot of the Himalaya, known for yoga, meditation and river rafting.
CityDehradun districtBest time to visit: September to April
Highlights
- Ganga aarti at Triveni Ghat and at ashrams on the river bank
- Ram Jhula and the historic Lakshman Jhula suspension bridges
- The International Yoga Festival, held every year
- White-water rafting and camping upstream on the Ganga
Significance
Rishikesh is called the ‘Yoga Capital of the World’ and is a gateway to the Char Dham pilgrimage.