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best month to Visit Rishikesh

Rishikesh is a beautiful place in Uttarakhand also known as the capital of yoga. Located on the bank of the river Ganges this place is very tempting. Although, it offers many adventurous activities like river rafting, paragliding, zipline, etc. We provide complete guidelines for traveling to Rishikesh.

Beatle Ashram is famous among tourists. Beatle was a very popular English band which is visited here in 1964 from that day the Ashram is known by the name of Beatle. Whenever you come to Rishikesh don’t miss Parmarth Niketan Ashram’s visit. There is a very unique way of chanting worship aarti and mantras here in the evening as well. This view of the Ganges river in the evening is worth seeing.

Rishikesh is Famous nowadays For

The most important reason for its popularity increasing day by day is its yoga culture spread. People all around the world come here in search of peace as it has emerged as a yoga capital in the world. Additionally, It is counted as one of the holy places of Hindus. International yoga day is also organized here in which people associated with yoga from all over the world come here to take participate. In addition, there are many Ashram to see.

Yoga capital Rishikesh
Yoga capital Rishikesh

This place is popular in India and out of India as foreigners take an interest in visiting here. Must doing activities here is Bungee Jumping, River Rafting, Yoga capital, Zipline, Rock Climbing, Trekking, Sky cycling, camping, etc.

The best month to Visit Rishikesh

We suggest that it is not so good to visit here during the monsoon as you cannot enjoy your holidays in a better way. During the rainy season, maximum activities like paragliding rock climbing, and river rafting are restricted due to the heavy flow of water.

It would be good if you come here in October and February during this time it is cold and sunny. You can roam here and there very well. Another option is to come here from March to May, at which time the weather will be quite cold as compared to other places and you can get the chance to enjoy the summer holidays in a cool place. Along with this, all the activities also start at this time.

Number of days enough to stay in Rishikesh

Two nights and three days are enough to explore Rishikesh. If you want to explore it more deeply and calmly then you can go for three nights and four days. There are many hostels and luxurious hotels and resorts available for stay.

How to get Rishikesh

By Road

Rishikesh is much popular you can take a direct bus from your major city station to Rishikesh.

By Train

Take the train to Haridwar, then continue toward Rishikesh.

By Air

Jolly Grant airport in Dehradun is the closest airport to the city, located 35 kilometers away.

Rishikesh is famous as the land of which god?

This beautiful and sacred place is popular as the land of Lord shiva. You can see Lord Shiva’s temple from place to place. As we know Uttarakhand is popular for Kedarnath Dham the place of lord shiva. Tourists who come for Rishikesh also want to to go Kedarnath.

kedarnath
Kedarnath Trek

Suggested Read – Best time to visit Kedarnath: Complete travel guidelines

Why Foreigners prefer Rishikesh

AS Rishikesh is situated beside the Hindu holy river Ganga this place is quite calm and the surroundings resonate with the sound of chants or mantras. In addition, the sound of river waves is heart-touching. People from other countries visit in search of adventure and peace.

Must-Visit Tourist Attractions in Rishikesh

If you don’t come here, then it is useless to visit Rishikesh. Whenever you travel here, keep these places on your top priority list so that you never miss them.  

  • Lakshman Jhula
  • Ram Jhula
  • Triveni Ghat
  • Gita Bhavan
  • Parmarth Niketan Ashram
  • River Rafting
  • Camping in Rishikesh

Know more about- Life Is Best When You’re Camping in Rishikesh- Bmtravelpeak

Frequently Asked Questions about Rishikesh

Q. Why Rishikesh is famous day by day?

Ans. Rishikesh is famous as the yoga capital as well as the gateway to many adventurous activities. People throughout the world come here in search of peace.

Q. Best Time to visit Rishikesh?

Ans. March to May and October to February are best.

Q. Is Rishikesh is dry city?

Ans. Yes, as it is a religious place so non-veg and Alcohol are not served here.

Q. How far Kedarnath dham is from Rishikesh?

Ans. It is 216 Km by Road and 105 km by Air.

Q.  Which God is Worshipped In Rishikesh?

Ans. Lord Shiva

Q. Movie theater in rishikesh?

Ans. Nearby railway station Rama theater which is quite famous.

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