Rishikesh is a city in India’s northern state of Uttarakhand, in the Himalayan foothills beside the Ganges River. The river is considered holy, and the city is renowned as a centre for studying yoga and meditation. Ever since the Beatles rocked up at the ashram of the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in the late ‘60s, Rishikesh has been a magnet for spiritual seekers. It has also come up as a ‘wellness’, ‘spiritual’ and ‘yoga hub’ destination in the country. As well ness, yoga, peace of mind and inner peace connects one with one’s own self spiritually, Rishikesh is well visited by tourists seeking the same. It is also one of the four most important pilgrimages for Hindus to visit once in their lifetime as the city is situated on the foothills of the Holy Ganges; and taking a dip in the Holy waters is known to relive one of one’s sins of lifetime.
MAIN HIGHLIGHTS:
Evening Aarti by the Ganges at Parmarth Niketan Ashram – Parmarth Niketan is a true spiritual haven, lying on the holy banks of Mother Ganga in the lap of the lush Himalayas. It is the largest ashram in Rishikesh, providing its thousands of pilgrims who come from all corners of the Earth with a clean, pure and sacred atmosphere as well as abundant, beautiful gardens. With over 1,000 rooms, the facilities are a perfect blend of modern amenities and traditional, spiritual simplicity. Parmarth Niketan is located in Swargashram, on the main road, just on the banks of the sacred Ganges River. http://www.parmarth.org/
Yoga session at Patanjali International Yoga Foundation – Patanjali International Yoga Foundation {PIYF} is a non-profit, registered, residential yoga organization. It is registered under the Indian Government and International association with Yoga Alliance USA and Canadian Yoga Alliance Canada. PIYF was established in 2001 to hold and research on ancient yoga which source is the noble sage Patanjali. They give knowledge from the original form of Ayurveda, Indian cultural science and Scriptures which are getting disappeared in the modern time. Therefore, PIYF aims not only physical health but also mental, spiritual health of our students. http://www.patanjaliyogafoundation.com
Laxman Jhula Visit – Lakshman Jhula an iron suspension bridge in Rishikesh. It is located 04 kms far from Rishikesh Railway Station. Laxman Jhula is 450- Feet long Bridge on the River Ganges. Lakshman Jhula connects the borders of the Tehri and Pauri district.