Devbhoomi!!! The Land of God, Rishikesh is the world’s only destination which is equally a popular destination for pilgrimage, Yoga and Adventure Sports as well. It is located in the foothills of the mighty Himalayas and on the banks of the Ganga River, in Northern India, at an elevation of 356 mts above sea level.
This place is blessed with the holy atmosphere of many ashrams, saints and sadhus and is frequently visited by many international travelers and pilgrims.
Rishikesh is a small town and the hub for Yoga, meditation and spirituality and is located 43 kms away from Dehradun and 25 km ahead of Haridwar. It is also an ideal destination for river rafting, trekking, rock climbing, kayaking, etc.
The state of Uttarakhand often boasts of celebrating some of the vivacious festivals and fairs including the Kumbh Mela held in Haridwar.
Overall, Uttarakhand houses for all sorts of tourism.
Uttarakhand is abounded with such charming and remote places that are entitled to offer solace and calm to even the most worried souls. Those who are anticipate in seeking the blessing of the Supreme and head out in search of spiritual tourism, the state of Uttarakhand becomes a portal to enter the earthly abodes of Gods and Goddesses.
A large number of holy and religious places and shrines are seen pushed in this state.
Rishikesh has also been nicknamed as “The World Capital of Yoga” due to numerous yoga centres that have cropped up in the surrounding area and also attracts large numbers of tourists round the year.
Rishikesh had established itself as the source of the Ayurveda, Yoga, Meditation, Spirituality and Spa Therapies.
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