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Rishikesh
UttarakhandRishikesh is a holy city situated in the foothills of the Himalayas, known as the birthplace of yoga and a major spiritual hub. It is surrounded by the Shivalik Himalayan range and is home to numerous ashrams, yoga schools, and sacred temples.
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Temples in Rishikesh
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Bhootnath Temple
Dhyan Badri Temple
Raghunath Temple
Lakshman Temple
Sivananda Ashram Temple
Trayambakeshwar Temple
Yogadhyan Badri Temple
Bhairavnath Temple
Narsingh Temple
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
Kalpeshwar Temple
Manokamna Siddh Shri Hanuman Mandir
Mansa Devi Temple
Ram Jhula Area Temples
Triveni Ghat
Chandi Devi Temple
Tarkeshwar Mahadev Temple
Ghunsera Devi Temple
Purnagiri Temple
Doodhadhari Barfani Temple
Kuteti Devi Temple
Pawan Dham Temple
Baijnath Temple
Kandar Devta Temple
Kartik Swami Temple
Kuber Temple
Agastyamuni Temple
Pashan Devi Temple
Kasar Devi Temple
Mrityunjaya Mahadeva Temple
Bharat Mata Temple
Tungnath Temple
Patal Devi Mandir
Annapurna Devi Mandir
Gangotri Temple
Mukteshwar Temple
Chaiti Bala Sundari Temple
Dhari Devi Temple
Baleshwar Temple
Lotus Temple
Uttara Swami Malai Mandir
Chittaranjan Park Kali Mandir
Chhatarpur Temple
Yogmaya Temple
Nili Chhatri Mahadev Shiva Temple
Sri Kilkari Bhairav Nath Mandir
New Delhi Kali Bari
Gopinath Temple
Raghunathji Temple
Kalimath Temple
Rudradhari Mahadev Temple
Bagnath Temple
Gauri Udiyar Cave Temple
Shaktirupini Devi Temple
How to Reach Rishikesh
Transportation
Emergency ContactReach by Air
The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which is about 35 kilometers from Rishikesh.
Reach by Train
The nearest railway station is Haridwar Junction, which is well-connected to major cities and from there one can take a taxi or bus to Rishikesh.
Reach by Road
Local transportation includes buses, taxis, and auto-rickshaws.
Historical Timeline
- Ancient times: Rishikesh has been an abode of sages and saints, with legends dating back to the time of Lord Rama and Lord Vishnu
- Medieval period: The area was sparsely populated with only a few poets and sages residing here
- Modern era: Rishikesh has become a global hub for yoga and spirituality, attracting millions of tourists and spiritual seekers.
Bhagwan in Rishikesh
Bhagwan associated to Rishikesh and whose famous temples and sthal are there in Rishikesh
Frequently Asked Questions
Rishikesh is significant in Hindu mythology, associated with legends of Lord Rama, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva. It is considered a place for attaining moksha through meditation and a dip in the Ganges.
