Rishikesh

Rishikesh is a holy city for Hindus located in the foothills of the Himalayas in northern India. It is 24 kilometers away from another holy city, Haridwar, and is considered an access point for the cities that form the Chardham - Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri.
The sacred river Ganga (anglicized to Ganges) flows through Rishikesh, adding to its spiritual appeal and natural beauty. In fact, it is here that that the river leaves the Himalayas, and flows out into the plains of northern India. Several temples, ancient as well as new, can be found along the banks of the river in Rishikesh. The city attracts thousands of pilgrims and tourists each year, from within India, as well as from other countries. The city has several Yoga centres that also attract tourists. It is believed that meditation in Rishikesh brings one closer to attainment of salvation, or moksha, as does a dip in the holy river that flows through it.

HOW TO REACH RISHIKESH:
BY AIR: The nearest airport to Rishikesh is Jolly Grant. This small airport is situated at a distance of about 24 km from the main Rishikesh town. However, air is not the preferred mode of transport for getting into the town

BY RAIL: Rishikesh is well connected with all the major towns and cities of India though some of the links could only be accessed from Haridwar.

BY ROAD:Rishikesh is very well connected by a network of roads and road transport to all major towns of Uttaranchal and surrounding areas. touristplacesinindia can arrange for you all types of land transport for your comfortable journey in Rishikesh and throughout the Indian state of Uttaranchal.

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