At whatever time of the year, there is not a single reason to visit Rishikesh. Travelers from across the country and the world are drawn to the religious destinations in Uttarakhand. One of the reasons to spend a few days in Rishikesh is to visit the ethereal temples. Therefore, we've provided a list of 10 holy and spiritual locations in the Holy City so you can fulfil your religious obligations.
Trayambakeshwar Temple, which is situated on the banks of the Ganges, is one of the nicest temples to visit in Rishikesh's centre area. The temple, sometimes called Tera Manzil Temple, is next to the well-known Lakshan Jhula. It is known for housing several Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva and serving as his residence. The 13-story temple should not be seen on your 2023 religious vacation excursion because it can be seen clearly from a great distance.
Parmarth Niketan is another well-known and busy temple in Rishikesh. It is conveniently positioned in the Swarg Ashram on the banks of the Ganga. The temple is renowned for housing a religious school where you can see a number of students pursuing knowledge and talents in Hinduism. The temple's daily evening Ganga aarti is another excellent feature. You can therefore come here in the early evening to experience the tranquil atmosphere inside before taking part in the aarti.
Similar to how Lakshan Jhula in Rishikesh has legendary associations with the moment Lakshman arrived there. Similar to that, a temple dedicated to Lakshman is exquisitely ornamented inside. The temple is reputed to feature a beautiful line of interior architecture that would immediately catch everyone's attention.
This temple, as its name suggests, is devoted to Lord Rama and contains lovely statues of Rama, Sita, and Lakshman. It is situated at the Triveni Ghat, a tiny water reservoir, and tranquilly permeates the area. Devotees can visit this place to engage in religious meditation while also exploring the nearby local market.
Visit the Bhoothnath Temple in Rishikesh to relive another mythological importance. It has religious significance because God rested here for a while before getting married to Goddess Sati. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is situated in a quiet and remote area.
A temple can be found around 25 kilometres from Rishikesh. To get to this serene temple and learn more about the Hindu religion, you can take a cab or a bus. However, hardly many visitors frequent this temple. However, there is a long line of people waiting to pay their religious respects here during Navratri and Dussehra.
The Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is one of Rishikesh's most well-liked tourist attractions. It is a hilltop temple that is 1330 metres above sea level, which is an astounding height. To get to this temple, you must cross a hilly area. Once there, you can learn about the mysterious legend of Lord Shiva eating poison here and being given the name Neelkanth as a result. The panoramic setting of the temple, encircled by the valleys of the Brahmakoot, Vishnukoot, and Manikoot, is something else to take note of.
The significance of visiting the ISKCON temple in Rishikesh is obvious from the name alone. The temple, which is devoted to Lord Krishna, is approximately 0.3 kilometres from the Ganges river. There is a Madhuban Ashram within for the use of all devotees and Krishna supporters.
Bharat Mandir, also known as the city's oldest temple, is a short distance from Triveni Ghat. It was constructed in the 12th century by Adi Guru Shankaracharya and is intended to house Lord Vishnu. The Lord Vishnu figure within the temple, which was carved out of a single piece of saligram by one person, commands your full attention.
Without going to the Hanuman Mandir, a religious exploration of Rishikesh is lacking. Particularly on Tuesday, when a wide variety of worshippers from all across the city visit the temple.
The winter season in Rishikesh runs from October to February, when temperatures range from 19°C to 27°C on average. Despite the little coolness, this time of year is great for rafting, and many tourists frequent Rishikesh.
