Information About Rishikesh
Rishikesh is an exciting destination that is dotted with a number of temples
and ashrams. Rishikesh is surrounded by the verdant forest and river Ganges
flow through the town. Rishikesh has a number of tourist places that one can
visit. Since Rishikesh is known as a pilgrimage center, religious places form
a major chunk of tourist attractions in Rishikesh.
Rishikesh is the gateway to Chardhams of Uttaranchal. You can take a tour
of the Chardham of Uttaranchal from Rishikesh. Rajaji National Park at Chila
is another place that you can visit from Rishikesh.
Rishikesh is a popular religious destination in India. Rishikesh has a number
of ashrams and temples that make it an ideal destination for a religious tourist.
But Rishikesh is an equally wonderful destination for an adventure traveler.
Rishikesh provides wonderful opportunity for trekking, rock climbing and river
rafting.
Rishikesh Location
Rishikesh is just 24 Kms from Haridwar. Located in the laps of lower Himalayas,
this place is considered to be the access point of three other pilgrim places
of Badrinath - Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri the four great places which
combine to make Chardham.
How To Reach
By Air : Nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehra Dun 18 km.
By Rail :Rishikesh is connected by rail via Haridwar which
is on the main route . Haridwar is connected directely with Mumbai, Lucknow,
Howrah, Kalka, Sri Ganganagar, Allahabad and Delhi.
By Road : Rishikesh is well connected by road with
all major cities in the state
Adventure Sports
Rishikesh offers some adventure sports like: Hill Walking / Trekking,Cycling,Zorbing,
Parasailing, River Rafting,Rock Climbing,Mountaineering, Wildlife Safari, Bird
Watching,Wilderness Exposure Camps etc.
Nainital
India Hotels
Description: Games and barbeques complete the outdoor experience.
For those looking for a more laid back holiday, you can laze with a book or
a pair of binoculars to spot a variety of exotic Himalayan birds.
Address: B-9, Sector-27, Noida 201301. India.
Phone: (+91 120)
2551963, 2524878, 2524874
Fax: (+91 11) 9394878.
E-fax (USA): (305) 574 6230
E-mail: wildindiatours@vsnl.com
http://www.sattalbirdinglodge.com/
Shopping
Rishikesh offers you handicraft items made of shells, beads and pearls. Sarees,
kurtas, sheets and rugs can be purchased from here.
Kumaon Hotels
Description:The heritage hotel of Kuchesar, Mud fort Kuchesar
will offer you the 18th century lifestyle with a modern touch. This Heritage
hotel of Kuchesar has been known for its hospitality since decades.
Address: B-9, Sector-27, Noida 201301. India.
Phone: (+91 120)
2551963, 2524878, 2524874
Fax: (+91 11) 9394878.
E-fax (USA): (305) 574 6230
E-mail: wildindiatours@vsnl.com
http://abbottmountcottage.com/
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