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  Omkarananda Ashram Himalayas - Rishikesh
Rishikesh is one of the most tranquil places situated at the foothills of the Himalayas in the northern part of India in the state of Uttaranchal.
Rishikesh is often claimed as the 'Yoga Capital of the World' and is also the 'Ayurvedic Valley of the World' owing to its easy reach of the richest, purest and rarest medicinal herbs and shrubs in the holy region of Himalayas.
By road Rishikesh to Delhi 225 kms, Haridwar 24 kms, Dehradun 47 kms, Mussoorie 77 kms, Badrinath 301 kms, Kedarnath 228 kms, Gangotri 258 kms, Yamunotri 288 kms (Hanuman Chatti), Srinagar 105 kms, Joshimath 252 kms.
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 Rishikesh
Rishikesh is connected by rail with Haridwar, Delhi, Bombay, Howrah, Lucknow and Agra.
Rishikesh, the 'place of sages' is a celebrated spiritual town on the bank of Ganga and is surrounded by Shivalik range of the Himalayas on three sides.
Rishikesh is an ideal destination not only for pilgrims but also for those who want to delve deeper into meditation, yoga and other aspects of Hinduism.
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Rishikesh is located in the northern part of the state of Uttaranchal and the Ganga River flows through this holy land.
Rishikesh stands at an altitude of 356 meters above sea level and along the river, the area is filled with thick green forests in the all-mountainous region.
Rishikesh is close to the stretch in the early stages of the Ganges with the exhilarating Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers.
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Rishikesh is not only an attraction for pilgrims but it also attracts foreigners who want to know about Hinduism, who want to spend some time close to the Lord, people who love rafting come here to conquer the rapids of Ganga.
Rishikesh is also an ideal base camp for trekking in the nearby Himalayas.
It is 12 kms from Rishikesh and is surrounded by peaceful forests.
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 Rishikesh in India   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Rishikesh, the 'place of sages' is an eminent spiritual town on the banks of River Ganga and is surrounded by the Shivalik range of the Himalayas on three sides.
Rishikesh is connected by rail via Haridwar (24 kms), to Howrah, Bombay, Delhi, Lucknow, Varanasi and Dehradun.
By road Rishikesh to Haridwar 24 kms, Dehradun 47 kms, Mussoorie 77 kms, Badrinath 301 kms (Son Prayag), Kedarnath 228 kms, Gangotri 258 kms, Yamunotri 288 kms (Hanuman Chatti), Srinagar 105 kms, Joshimath 252 kms.
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Encompassed by hills on three sides, Rishikesh is perched on the banks of river Ganga, at its conflux with the Chandrabhaga rivulet - one of the sacred pilgrims center in the foothills of majestic Himalayas.
Rishikesh, the land of ashrams and yogis is located in the state of Uttranchal in North India.
Rishikesh is also significant as the trekking base, to the Himalayan shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath.
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 Rishikesh - Gateway to the Himalayas
Rishikesh represents the Gateway to the Himalayas in the Tehri-Garhwal region of Uttar Pradesh.
Rishikesh is located at a height of about 1360 feet above sea level.
The freshness of the air, and sound of flowing water, the scenic beauty of the region and the distant sound of bell chimes create an unforgettable experience for those that visit this ancient pilgrimage town.
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 Rishikesh Travel,Yoga Meditation Tours in Rishikesh India   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Rishikesh is the Gateway to the Himalayas in the Tehri-Garhwal region of Uttranchal India.
Rishikesh is not only attracts pilgrims but also the foreign nationals, who want to know about Hinduism, who want to spend some time close to the Lord, people who love rafting come here to conquer the rapids of Ganga.
Rishikesh is slow and less intense as compared to other parts of India, probably because people have religion in their minds.
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 Tour Pilgrim Centers Hotel Rishikesh: India Himalayan Shrines Temples of Badrinath Kedarnath Gangotri Yamunotri in India
Rishikesh, the land of Gods is one of the most popular pilgrim centers and gateway to the Himalayan Shrines of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri in India.
Rishikesh is one the holy cities of India, the yoga capital of the world, a totally vegetarian town.
Rishikesh is considered to be sacred as it is believed that meditation at this place leads to attainment of salvation.
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Most of the pilgrims who pass through Rishikesh on their way to the Himalayan shrines of the Char Dham pause for a holy dip and puja at Triveni Ghat, in the central part of the town.
The spot is at a distance of 12 km from the centre of Rishikesh town and is surrounded by lush, sylvan forests.
The Sariska sanctuary is 37 km from Rishikesh.
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 Rishikesh travel guide - Wikitravel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Rishikesh is a small town in the northern state of Uttaranchal in India.
Rishikesh is in close proximity of Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport (about 15 kms) - a small, quiet airport handling 1-2 commercial flights a day, and a few chartered flights.
Rishikesh is filled almost entirely with budget hotels, with a few mid-range thrown in for good measure.
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Rishikesh tourism provides with a complete guide on the temples, asharams, adventure sports in one of the most holy city of India.
Uttaranchal tourism also holds the attractions of yoga and meditation centers in Rishikesh as the town is a centre of mystical and spiritual knowledge.
Not as crowded as Haridwar, Rishikesh is a peaceful town and is also one of the holiest towns of India.
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Rishikesh, the gateway to Himalayas, is considered as the Mecca for Yoga and Meditation centers.
Rishikesh, the land of divinity and peace extends its charm to its nearby areas also, which are equally pleasing.
One can visit Rishikesh any time of the year, but its better to plan your tour between September and November, as this is the most ideal time for all visitors.
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Rishikesh also serves as a gateway to religious places like Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath, Kedarnath and treatment centre for various stress related ailments with it's Yoga and herbal remedies.
Rishikesh has established itself as one of the places in India for white water rafting.
Rishikesh can be made as a base for treks into the Garhwal Himalayas offering religious, scenic, botanical to adventure ones.
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 Welcome to www.laxmanjhula.com - Rishikesh
Rishikesh, a most tranquil place in northern Uttar Pradesh, surrounded by hills and bisected by the wide and sluggish Ganges, is often claimed as the `Yoga Capital of the World'.
Rishikesh is also a good starting point for treks to Himalayan pilgrimage centres such as Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamnotri.It is rightly called the gateway to the Himalayan Shrines of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri.
Rishikesh has numerous ashrams, some of which are internationally recognized as centers of philosophical studies, yoga and meditation.
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The name Rishikesh is loosely applied to an association of five distinct sections encompassing not only the town but also hamlets and settlements on both sides of the river.
These include Rishikesh itself, the commercial and communication hub; the sprawling suburban Muni-ki-Reti or the “sands of the sages”; Shivananda Nagar, north of Rishikesh; the temple section of Lakshmanjhula, a little further north; and the assorted ashrams around Swarg Ashram on the east bank.
Rafting is possible at Brahmpuri, 10 km from Rishikesh, and on the rapids at Shivpuri, 18 km from Rishikesh.
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These include Rishikesh itself, the commercial and communication hub; the sprawling suburban Muni-ki-Reti or the "sands of the sages"; Shivananda Nagar, north of Rishikesh; the temple section of Lakshman Jhulla, a little further north; and the assorted Ashrams around Swarg Ashram on the East bank.
Rishikesh, the birth place of yoga is now the Hatha Yoga Capital of the World, and a totally vegetarian town.
Rishikesh is important not only as pilgrimage centre closely associated with the Ramayana, but also as home for many important centres of Hindu religious thought and spirituality, and Great Yoga Centres.
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 India4u - Tourism - Rishikesh
Rishikesh is called a town of sages and temples.
12 kms from Rishikesh is this temple at a height of 1700 metres where there is a peaceful and calm forest.
Situated on the Rishikesh -Badrinath road, this mountainous spot is the place where the rivers Alaknanda and Bhagirathi meet.
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 Rishikesh Travel Guide, Rishikesh India Travel Guide, Rishikesh Pilgrimage Travel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-03)
Rishikesh, the Yoga and Meditation Capital of India, is a leader for spritual teachings in world.
Rishikesh is situated in Garhwal district of Uttaranchal.
The Lakshman Jhula in Rishikesh is a landmark.
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Rishikesh has enough to interest the tourist but if you are inclined for further touring there are excursions to many places starting from Rishikesh.
From Rishikesh there are excursions to the holy shrines of Badrinarth and Kedarnath, situated at a distance of 228 kms, considered the most holy of pilgrimage places for Hindus.
The main Ashrams at Rishikesh are Shivanand Ashram, Muni ki Reti, Mahesh yogi Ashram, Shankaracharya Ashram, Swarg Ashram, Parmarth Niketan, Ved Niketan, Yoga Study Centre, Shanti Kunj and Maa Anand Mai Ashram.
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Rishikesh is situated in the Tehri Gharwal region of Uttaranchal, along the banks of the sacred river Ganges.
Rishikesh has numerous ashrams, few of which are internationally recognized as centres for meditation, yoga and philosophical studies.
Road: By road Rishikesh to Haridwar 24 kms, Dehradun 47 kms, Mussoorie 77 kms, Badrinath 301 kms (Son Prayag), Kedarnath 228 kms, Gangotri 258 kms, Yamunotri 288 kms (Hanuman Chatti), Srinagar 105 kms and Joshimath 252 kms.
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Rishikesh is a holy city for Hindus located in the foothills of the Himalayas in northern India.
It is believed that meditation in Rishikesh brings one closer to attainment of salvation, or moksha, as does a dip in the holy river that flows through it.
Rishikesh is very well connected by a network of roads and road transport to all major towns of Uttaranchal and surrounding areas.
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River rafting is possible at Brahmpuri, 10 km from Rishikesh, and on the rapids at Shivpuri, 18 km from Rishikesh.
Rishikesh is connected by rail via Haridwar (24 km) to Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, Lucknow, Varanasi, Dehradun and other cities.
Rishikesh is connected by road via Haridwar with Agra, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Kullu, Manali, and Shimla.
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Rishikesh is considered to be the land where meditation leads to salvation.
Rishikesh is the gateway to famous Chardham which are Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri and Yamunotri.
Rishikesh is famous for its ashrams on the banks of Ganga, at many such ashrams yoga is practiced and taught regularly.
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 Hrishikesh - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Hrishikesh (also spelled Rishikesh) is a city and a municipal board in Dehradun district in the Indian state of Uttaranchal.
Rishikesh has an average literacy rate of 75%, higher than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 80%, and female literacy is 68%.
In Rishikesh, 12% of the population is under 6 years of age.
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