Travel to Rishikesh from Dehradun

Rishikesh is one of the most popular religious destinations for the Hindus in India. Rishikesh is situated on the banks of the holy Ganges in Uttaranchal at an elevation of about 356 meters above sea level.

Rishikesh is an exciting destination, dotted with a number of ashrams and temples that make it an ideal destination for a religious tourist. Rishikesh is also a marvelous terminus for an adventure traveler.

Rishikesh provides good chance for trekking, rock climbing and river rafting. Rishikesh comprises 5 different districts of Uttaranchal. It is one of the major tourist destinations near Dehradun.

Here is a list of some of the important tourist attractions in Rishikesh:

• Triveni Ghat - A holy ghat where tourists take a holy dip.
  
  
• Lakshman Jhula - A hanging bridge on the Ganges which serves as an important landmark of the holy town.
  
  
• Ram Jhula - A hanging bridge close to the famous Lakshman Jhula.
  
  
• The Aarti on the banks of the Ganges where devotees float earthen lamps in the evening and pray to God.
  
  
• Rajaji National Park at Chila is another place that you can visit from Rishikesh.
  
  

Rishikesh is called the gateway to 'chardhams' of Uttaranchal as you can easily take a tour of the four religious sites of Uttaranchal from Rishikesh. Rishikesh is the home to a large number of ashrams and yoga centers that provides lessons on yoga and meditation.

Rishikesh is well connected with other parts of the country by rail and road transport. Rishikesh has good accommodation facilities; so you can find accommodation system ranging from excellent hotels to budget and economy hotels.

Last Updated on 15 April 2011