Things to do in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Rishikesh or Hrishikesh is a municipal corporation and tehsil of the Dehradun district of the Indian state Uttarakhand. It is situated on the right bank of the Ganges river and is a pilgrimage town for Hindus associated with famous sages and yogis.

22 places to visit in and around Rishikesh, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.

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Nilkanth Mahadev
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Nilkanth, an aspect of Shiva. The temple is about 120 km from Pauri town, the district headquarters, 32 km from Rishikesh in the Pauri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
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Parmarth Niketan
Parmarth Niketan is an ashram located in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India.
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Mansa Devi Temple, Haridwar
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Virbhadra Temple
Virbhadra Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, located at Virbhadra Town near Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. It is a 1,300-year-old temple, where Virbhadra, an avatar of Lord Shiva is worshiped.
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Triveni Ghat
This is a bathing ghat. Every morning and evening, thousands of visitors bathe here and enjoy the Maha Aarti being performed. It is very soothing to sit on the banks of the river and enjoy the cool breeze from the river. Here the water is m
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Bharat Mandir
One of the temples set up by 'Adiguru Shankaracharya' during the 12th century. This temple is a real tribute to Vishnu, the idol of which is carved from a sole piece of Saligram.
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Chaurasi Kutia
Historic ashram where The Beatles stayed and composed music in 1968. Now maintained by the Forest Department, featuring graffiti art in the former meditation caves and cathedral-like lecture hall.
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Swarg Ashram
Swargashram (Heavenly Abode), as the name connotes, is a beautiful place situated in picturesque surroundings at the foot of Himalayas on the left bank of the Ganges between Rishikesh and Laxman Jhula. It is the spiritual “ground zero” of R
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Parmarth Niketan Ashram
One of the few ashrams left in India where children get the Vedas education. A must-visit in the evening for the Pooja/Aarti, at 5PM in winter and 6PM in summer.
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Gita Bhavan
Place of Guru Shri Ram Sukh Daasji (the great thinker of his time) and popular among the Hindu Brahmin community. Twice a year people gather at this ashram to read the Ramayana together.
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Janki Setu
Modern 346-meter suspension bridge opened in late 2020 featuring dedicated two-wheeler and pedestrian lanes, easing congestion between Muni Ki Reti and Swargashram.
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Chakra Ayurvedic Wellness
Panchakarma, Ayurveda, Physiotherapy, Yoga & Ayurveda retreat.
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Trayambakeshwar Temple
It is 13 stories high, with different deities throughout.
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Chandi Devi Temple, Haridwar
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Har Ki Pauri
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Maya Devi Temple, Haridwar
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Daksheswar Mahadev Temple
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Neelkanth Mahadev Mela
One of the most sacred temples in Rishikesh. Located on hill over Swarg Ashram at a height of 1,675 m. A religious fair is held during July–August when many disciples from different corners of India visit.
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Pashulok Barrage
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Gurdwara Gyan Godri Sahib
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Bhimgoda Barrage
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Suryadhar Lake