Rishikesh
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Rishikesh

India

Rishikesh is the world's yoga capital, nestled on the sacred Ganges River at the Himalayan foothills. Riverside ashrams, the iconic Lakshman Jhula suspension bridge, white-water rafting, and the hypnotic Ganga Aarti ceremony draw seekers from across the globe.

1M
visitors/year

Best time to visit

February–May or September–November

Top sights & experiences

  • 🧘 Sunrise Yoga on the Ganges
  • 🙏 Ganga Aarti Ceremony
  • 🌊 White-Water Rafting on the Ganges
  • 🌉 Laxman Jhula Suspension Bridge
  • 🌅 Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
  • 🍽️ Little Buddha Café

Perfect for

YogaSpiritualityAdventure

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