A sacred bathing spot on the bank of the River Ganga, where devotees take holy  dips  and offer prayers. Devotees bathe here in the belief that the water has the power to purify them. It is an interesting place to be at dawn when people make offerings of milk to the river and feed the fish. After sunset, as a part of the Aarti ceremony, small earthen lamps are floated on the water and provide a spectacular view.
 

Lakshman Jhoola  A suspension bridge across theGanga, situated 5 kms from Rishikesh, on the way to Badrinath. It was built in 1929 to replace a rope bridge. It is believed that Ram’s brother Lakshman crossed the river here  with the help of a rope. On the west bank, there is a Lakshman temple and is very picturesque. Along the river, towards the north-east are secluded beaches.

Bharat Mandir

The Bharat Mandir is the oldest temple in Rishikesh, near the TriveniGhat. This temple is dedicated to Bharat, the younger brother of Lord Ram.
 

Ram Jhoola A suspension bridge between the Shivanand Ashram and Swargashram. It provides an alternative to a boat ride from one bank of the Ganga to another. Its construction is similar to that of the Lakshman Jhoola.

Excursions