Rishikesh Surrounded
by hills on three sides, Rishikesh is located on the right bank of the Ganga, at its confluence with the Chandrabhaga stream.
One of the holiest places on the upward pilgrimages to the Himalayas, Rishikesh is, where Raibhya Rishi did penance to please
God, who appeared as Hrishikesh, hence the name, Rishikesh. Millions of Hindus come here every year, to absolve themselves
of their sins by bathing in the holy Ganges.Laxman Jhoola 5 kms
north of Rishikesh, is the spot where Sri Laxman, is said to have performed Tapa. The Laxman temple was built in his memory.
Till 1889, there was just a hanging jute ropeway without pillars. The same structure was, later, rebuilt with iron ropes.Other
places Neel Kanth Mahadev ,Shivanand
(Ram ) Zula Geeta Bhavan Laxman Tample and other ashram ,Bharat Mandir etc.
Shriram at Rishikesh |
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Shivanand ( Ram ) Zoola in Rishikesh |
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Laxman Zoola Rishikesh |
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