One of the closest tourist places to Delhi is Rishikesh in Uttarakhand. Rishikesh is a city of spirituality and yoga. This place not only has religious importance but also attracts adventure lovers. The special thing is that Rishikesh can be visited in any season. You can enjoy the journey 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. The rishikesh trip is incomplete without visiting these five places.

Five major tourist places of Rishikesh
Triveni Ghat
If you go to Rishikesh, then definitely spend some time at Triveni Ghat. Three rivers meet at Triveni Ghat. It is believed that Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati meet here. 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. Do attend the evening Maha Aarti.

Trimbakeshwar Temple

Trimbakeshwar Temple of Rishikesh is located across the famous Laxman Jhula. This temple was established by Shri Shri 108 Bhrambhim Swami Kailashananda. This 13-storey grand temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is also famous as a 13-storey temple.

Vashishtha Cave Ashram
About 25 km from Rishikesh is the ancient Vashishtha Cave Ashram, which is a good place for peace and meditation. Swami Purushottamanda meditated in this cave. Tourists visiting Rishikesh must experience visiting this cave.

Janaki Setu
The beauty of Janaki Setu located in the spiritual city of Rishikesh can captivate the 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 is a great place for photoshoots. Priyadarshini Park and Yoga Park are built here.

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, and since then this place has become famous as Beatles Ashram. Members of the Beatles band stayed in this ashram.

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