Nestled in the majestic foothills of the Himalayas, Rishikesh is a vibrant city within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India. Known as the 'Gateway to the Garhwal Himalayas' and celebrated as the 'Yoga Capital of the World,' Rishikesh sits approximately 25 km north of Haridwar and 43 km southeast of Dehradun. As the seventh most populated city in Uttarakhand, it boasts a population of 102,138 according to the 2011 Census of India. Rich in spiritual heritage, Rishikesh has long been a pilgrimage haven, attracting sages and seekers for millennia. Here, the mythical and the historical merge, with landmarks such as the iconic Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula bridges connecting the ancient spiritual practices with the natural splendor of the region.
Best season to visit May June is quite warm at Rishikesh temperature touching + 35 °C. The best time to visit Rishikesh for River Rafting is from late September - October to mid November, and then the best time to visit Rishikesh is from early March - April to first week of July.
Best Buys Wooden Articles, Toys, Caps, other handicraft articles.
Temperature Between 1 C in winters and 30 C in summer. through out the year.
Climate 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 center for studying yoga and meditation. Temples and ashrams (centers for spiritual studies) line the eastern bank around Swarg Ashram, a traffic-free, alcohol-free and vegetarian enclave upstream from Rishikesh town.
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Best Activities Yoga, Trekking, Bungee jumping, White Water Rafting.
Best season to visit May-July and September- March
Clothing Light Woollens/Heavy Woollens
Location In the north Indian state of Uttarakhand.
Altitude 372 meters.
Population 102,138 (2011)
STD Code 0135
Languages Hindi, Garhwali, English