"Rishikesh - "The Yoga Capital of India and the home for the sages, is looking heaven on the earth when priests offers Ganges Aarti, litten diyas floats on the pristine water of pious river the Ganga and the sky touches the land.""
- Anonymous,
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Barkot to Rishikesh distnce : 180 km
Estimated travel time : 5.4 hours
Rishikesh, a small beautiful charming town surrounded by Shivaik range of Himalayas on three sides and the Himalayan ranges that pristine ice glaciers is the source of Ganga the one of the holy river of India that flows from the town of the divine.
Rishikesh, The Town of the Sages is holds the deep culture and heritages of the spirituality that is the major source of the tourist attraction of the town. It is believed that when Raibhya Rishi undertook rigorous penance, God appeared in the form of โHrishikeshโ and henceforth this area came to be known as Rishikesh. Also Lord Ram did penance here for killing Ravana and the story of Lakshmana Jhula tell the ancient significance of the hill Town. Famous as one of the holiest places for Hindus this Town is known for it's adventures, sporting sites, pleasant weather, scenic beauty of the mountains that captivate the eyes of the visitor and provide the wide ranges of experiences form approaching to one's inner soul to the height of the mountain and the divine aroma of the air that gives the feeling of the satisfaction and tranquility.
It is also the starting point for the Hindu Char Dham pilgrimage, including Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath, to seek spiritual salvation. It is know as one of the ideal destination not only for pilgrims but also for those who want to delve deeper into spirituality, yoga, meditation and other aspects of ancient practices.
Taxi from Barkot to Rishikesh is readily available at CabBazar.
Barkot to Rishikesh Cab Route
Barkot to Rishikesh by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Barkot to Rishikesh distance is 180 Km and is 5.4 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Kempty Falls - A picturesque waterfall located near Mussoorie, offering scenic views and a serene atmosphere.
2. Mussoorie - A popular hill station known for its pleasant weather and stunning views of the Himalayas.
3. Dehradun - The capital city of Uttarakhand, offering attractions like the Clock Tower, Robber's Cave, and the famous Mindrolling Monastery.
4. Shivpuri - A small town known for its adventure activities, including white water rafting and camping.
5. Neelkanth Mahadev Temple - Located near Rishikesh, this ancient temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is surrounded by lush green forests.
6. Haridwar - A holy city famous for its Ganga Aarti, temples, and the popular Har Ki Pauri Ghat.
7. Rishikesh - A renowned spiritual hub and gateway to the Himalayas, known for its ashrams, yoga centers, and the iconic Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula.
Places to visit in Rishikesh using CabBazar Barkot to Rishikesh Car Rental Services
Trivani Ghat
Parmarth Niketan Ashram
The Beatles Ashram
Shri Rama Jhula
River Rafting
Sivananda Ashram, The Divine Life Society
Rishikund
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's Ashram "Shankaracharya Nagar" (Rishikesh)
River zip lining
Rishikesh Valley
Ganga Aarti
Waterfalls Hikes
Cliff Jumping
The Beatles Ashram
Kaudiyala (Rock Climbing Destination )
Shivpuri
Bungee Jumping
The Jadh Ganga Trek
Kuari Pass
Neer Garh Waterfall
Bharat Mandir
Muni ki Reti
Geeta Bhawan
Piran Kaliyar Sharif
Omkarananda Ashram
Trimbakeshwar Temple or Tera Manzil Temple
Raghunath Temple
Kunjapuri Devi Temple
Parmarth Niketan
Phool Chatti Ashram
Vashishta Gufa
Virbhadra Temple
Patna Waterfall
Garud Chatti Waterfalls
Rappelling and Rock Climbing
Himshila Waterfall
Phool Chatti Waterfalls