Breathtaking Experience of Rishikesh, Uttrakhand Tour with my friends

 

I visited Rishikesh a year back and fell absolutely in love with it. The fusion of piousness and adventure, tranquility and thrill, Hindu culture and mythology with spirituality, is bound to take any visitor’s heart away. Whether you are looking for adrenaline-pumping adventure or seeking a peaceful abode away from the usual hustle-bustle of city life, there are plenty of things to do in Rishikesh. It is one of my top recommended destinations for solo travels in India. Keep reading, and you will know why.

Day 1.

We started our journey from Jalandhar, Punjab. Via overnight train we reached Haridwar early in the morning.

Day 2.

River Rafting Rishikesh

This adrenaline pumping activity left us starving which was perfect as it was almost lunch time. I was very keen on trying local Garhwali food but couldn’t find it. But we did try the famous ‘kadhi -chawal’ and ‘Rajma- Chawal’. It was delicious. There are many street vendors, selling it.

After satisfying our food souls, it was time to explore another famous landmark, The Beatles Ashram.

Well, who hasn’t heard of The Beatles, right? Well did you know Beatles had come to India, particularly Rishikesh in 1968, to learn yoga and meditation? During their visit, they stayed in an Ashram located near Swarg Ashram. Today the whole premise is under the forest department but you can still visit remaining buildings and the surrounding area.

It was getting dark and with all the activity we were tired. So we decided to head back to our hotel. Fortunately met another traveler who was heading to Parmarth Niketan for Ganga Aarti and we decided to join.

As the sun went down, ghats were lit up with thousands of incensed lamps, creating a magical atmosphere all around. Couldn't ask for a better ending to our already perfect trip.