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Parmarth Niketan Temple : Parmarth
Niketan is one of the most popular temple complexes and ashrams in
Rishikesh. The Niketan has a school run on traditional Indian
patterns, which is known for its substantial work on Hinduism. Every
day in the evening, the Ashram organizes enchanting Ganga Arti and
Hawan on the Parmarth Ghat .
Kunjapuri Temple : The Kunjapuri is one among the
thirteen most important goddesses of the lower Himalayan Shivalik
range. The place situated on the Himalayan peaks offer the excellent
views of sunrise and sunset as well as Indo Gangetic plains. The
visitors can also view the peaks of Banderpunch (6316 mts.), Swarga
Rohini (6252 mts.), Gangotri (6672 mts.) and Chaukhamba (7138 mts).
Vasishtha Goofa (Cave) : The place is situated
upriver, and can be reached by one hour drive. Vasishtha Goofa is the
site where saint Vasishtha meditated on the banks of the river Ganga.
The peaceful cave is a perfect place for meditation.
Triveni Ghat : This is the main ghat of Rishikesh,
where most of the pilgrims take their holy dip. Every day in the
evening a large number of pilgrims attend the Ganga Arti at the Ghat.
Rishikund : Located close to Triveni Ghat,
Rishikund is the most ancient place. The past evidences relate this
place to Kubz Saint, who was blessed by the Goddess Yamuna, by
saturating this pond by its water. On the banks of the pond the
Raghunath temple stands, which is dedicated to Lord Rama and his wife.
Nilkanth Mahadeo : Situated at a distance of 12 Kms
from Rishikesh, the place is surrounded by tranquil forests. According
to the Hindu mythology, once the ocean was being churned for ‘amrit’
first venom oozed out, Lord Shiva drank the venom at the place, which
now known as Nilkanth Mahadeo.
How to Reach Rishikesh
Air : Nearest airport is the Jolly Grant Airport in
Dehradun (25 Kms). The flights are available from Delhi to Dehradun.
Rail : Haridwar (24 Kms) is the major railhead near
Rishikesh, which is connected to Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Lucknow,
Varanasi and other cities of India.
Road : Rishikesh is connected by roads with towns
and cities of Uttaranchal and other part of country. The distance of
some important places from Rishikesh are Haridwar (24 Kms), Dehradun
(25 Kms), Mussoorie (77 Kms), Kedarnath (228 Kms) and Gangotri (258
Kms).
Accommodation
The hotels at Rishikesh offer plenty of accommodation options. The
popular ones include Ananda in Himalayas, Hotel Baseraa, Hotel Ganga
Kinare, Hotel Ganga View, Hotel Natraj and Inderlok Hotel etc.
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Hotels in Rishikesh
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Rishikesh houses many places of pilgrims interest. Some of the famous
attractions are:
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