Rishikesh Trip: Lose yourself on the Ghats of Ganga
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Located in the Northern state of Uttarakhand, Rishikesh is well-known as the Yoga Capital of the world. The religious inclination by the presence of the Ganga invites devout Hindus from all parts of India. Those with a love of adventure sports visit Rishikesh for white-water rafting in the Ganga. I didn’t go to Rishikesh for any of that. I just went to find tranquillity and inner peace on the ghat of the Ganga. Although I did try to visit all the places to visit in Rishikesh in one day, not all could be covered, but I found peace surely. My Rishikesh trip constituted of strolling around the Ganga, and the ghats eating bhelpuri or gol-gappas.
Rishikesh Trip: Lose yourself on the Ghats of Ganga
Ram Jhula
Over the river, Ganga, the suspension bridge built-in the 1980s is Ram Jhula. The bridge was built after Laxman Jhula but still is one of the most landmarks in Rishikesh. On your Rishikesh trip, I suggest a walk down the Ram Jhula towards the other side to explore the other side of Rishikesh.
There are ashrams on both sides of the river, and the Ram Jhula is one of the best ways to behold each front. After Laxman Jhula’s closing in July’19, Ram Jhula is one of the fastest means to cross the other side. The bridge is used by pedestrians and two-wheelers to cross the river. Ram Jhula is lit brightly as dusk creeps up visible from the far ends of the town.
The Ganga Ghats
Rishikesh is well known for the Ganga River dividing the town into two parts. The ghats on the Ganga are now well-maintained and quite clean. I completely loved spending time doing nothing but just sitting on the Ganga Ghats with my feet dip in the river.
Triveni Ghat Aarti
One of the most famous ghats in Rishikesh is the Triveni Ghat. It is said that Lord Krishna visited the ghat and was shot by a hunter. This makes it one of the most idolized ghats in the town.
On your Rishikesh trip, take out time in the evening to attend the aarti here. Even when you’re not religious, the chants here mesmerize you. Or take a dip in the holy waters of the river Ganga or sit back listening to the holy chants.
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