Tourist Places: If we talk about visiting the areas around Delhi, then one of the closest tourist places is Rishikesh in Uttarakhand. Rishikesh is also known as the city of spirituality and yoga. This place has a special religious significance, as well as attracts adventure lovers. Its special thing is that you can visit Rishikesh in any season. You can enjoy the journey here from summer to winter. You can also go to Rishikesh for a weekend trip i.e. for two days. Also, you do not have to spend much to visit here. However, if you are going to visit Rishikesh, then never forget to visit five special places here. Your Rishikesh trip is incomplete without visiting these five places.
Five major tourist places of Rishikesh
1. Triveni Ghat
If you go to Rishikesh, then definitely spend some time at the Triveni Ghat here. Let us tell you, there is a confluence of three rivers at Triveni Ghat. It is believed that here is the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. This place is considered the most sacred in Hindu mythology. Ganga Aarti is performed three times a day at this ghat in the morning, afternoon and evening. Go there and participate in the evening Maha Aarti.
2. Trimbakeshwar Temple
The Trimbakeshwar Temple of Rishikesh is located across the famous Laxman Jhula. This temple was established by Shri Shri 108 Bhrambhim Swami Kailashanand Ji. This 13-storey grand temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is also famous as the 13-storey temple.
3. Vasishtha Cave Ashram
About 25 km from Rishikesh is the ancient Vasishtha Cave Ashram, which is a good place for peace and meditation. Swami Purushottamanda had meditated in this cave. Tourists visiting Rishikesh must experience a visit to this cave.
4. Janaki Setu
The beauty of Janaki Setu located in the spiritual city of Rishikesh can captivate the minds of tourists. It was decorated very beautifully during the G20 meeting. The colorful pictures on the bridge and the surrounding walls enhance the beauty of the bridge and it is a great place for photoshoot. Priyadarshini Park and Yoga Park are built here.
5. Beatles Ashram
An ashram was built in Rishikesh in 1961 by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi for the education of yoga and meditation. In the 60s, the famous Beatles band reached this ashram in search of meditation, since then this place became famous as Beatles Ashram. The members of the Beatles band came and stayed in this ashram.
