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Rishikesh, 238 km northeast of Delhi and 24 km north of Haridwar, lies at the
point where the wooded mountains of Garhwal rise abrubptly from the low valley
floor and the Ganges crashes onto the plains.
Located in the laps of lower Himalayas, and
is surrounded by scenic beauty of the hills on three sides with Holy Ganga
flowing through it. The whole place is considered to be sacred as it is believed
that meditation at this place leads to attainment of salvation. The
centre for all manner of New Age and Hindu activity, its many ashrams - some
ascetic, some opulent - continue to draw devotees and followers from all over
Indian and abroad. Rishikesh is also the gateway and the start-off point for journeys to important religious places like Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. Rishikesh is also acquiring greater significance as a centre for white water rafting, other riverine sports, a base for treks and hikes in the beautiful Garhwal Himalayas. |
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How to Reach Rishikesh |
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Air : Nearest airport is Jolly
Grant, Dehra Dun 18 km. Road : Rishikesh is well connected by road with all major cities in the state. Rail : Rishikesh is connected by rail via Haridwar which is on the main route . Haridwar is connected directely with Mumbai, Lucknow, Howrah, Kalka, Sri Ganganagar, Allahabad and Delhi. |
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The best time to visit are in winter and spring. |
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