🇮🇳 Rishikesh & Haridwar (Uttarakhand)
The Twin Spiritual Cities by the Ganges
Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, Haridwar and Rishikesh are sacred towns that echo with chants, gushing river sounds, and serene mountain breezes.
Haridwar, one of the seven holiest cities in Hinduism, is famed for the Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, while Rishikesh, the Yoga Capital of the World, draws spiritual seekers, adventure lovers, and peace hunters alike.
Walk across the iconic Laxman Jhula, attend an evening Aarti, meditate by the riverbanks, or go river rafting and hiking in the Himalayas. These destinations promise both divine connection and natural rejuvenation.
- Highlights:
🕉️ Temples & Ghats – Har Ki Pauri, Mansa Devi, Bharat Mandir
🧘♀️ Yoga & Wellness – Ashrams, teacher training, Ganga meditation
🌊 Adventure – White-water rafting, trekking, bungee jumping
🔥 Ganga Aarti – Daily sunset rituals in both towns
🛍️ Local Shopping – Spiritual souvenirs, rudraksha beads, yoga gear
🍛 Food – Sattvic meals, riverside cafés, Ayurvedic cuisine