One of the nearest tourist places to Delhi is Rishikesh in Uttarakhand. Rishikesh is a city of spirituality and yoga. This place not only holds religious importance but also attracts adventure lovers. The special thing is that you can visit Rishikesh in any season. You can enjoy the journey from summer to winter. You can also go to Rishikesh on a weekend trip i.e. for two days. Also, one does 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. 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 here. There is a confluence of three rivers at Triveni Ghat. It is believed that there is a confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati here. Yaga Sthan is considered the most sacred place in Hindu mythology. Ganga Aarti is performed thrice at this ghat in the morning, afternoon, and evening. Be sure to attend the evening Maha Aarti.

Trimbakeshwar Temple
Trimbakeshwar Temple of Rishikesh is situated across the famous Laxman Jhula. This temple was established by Sri Sri 108 Bhrambhim Swami Kailashananda. This grand 13-storey temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is also famous for the name of a 13-floor 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 Purushottamanand had performed penance in this cave. Tourists coming to Rishikesh must experience the tour of this cave.

Janaki Bridge
The beauty of Janaki Setu located in the spiritual city of Rishikesh can fascinate the tourists. It was beautifully decorated during the G20 meeting. Colorful pictures on the bridge and surrounding walls enhance the beauty of the bridge and is a great place for a photoshoot. Priyadarshini Park and Yoga Park are built here.

Beatles ashram
In 1961, an ashram for teaching yoga and meditation was built by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in Rishikesh. In the 60s, the famous Beatles band reached this ashram in search of meditation, since then this place has become famous by the name of Beatles Ashram. The members of the Beatles band stayed in this ashram.

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