Rishikesh - one of the holiest city, Situated at an altitude of around 1,360 ft, above sea level, Rishikesh represents the site where Lord Vishnu vanquished the demon Madhu.

Set on the banks of Holy River Ganga, Rishikesh is home to a number of temples and ashrams which attract large number of pilgrims every year. It is surrounded by hills on 3 sides. A Gateway to the Himalayas in the Tehri-Garhwal region of Uttaranchal, Rishikesh abounds in natural grandeur.

It is believed that meditation on the land of this holy place leads to salvation, known for its strong currents and fierce behavior upstream, the Holy Ganges river becomes surprisingly slow and gracious at Rishikesh. Next, the Ganga leaves the mountains and joins the plains for her further journey. The ghats of Ganges abound with sadhus as well as pilgrims and the ‘Aarti’ on the banks of the river. In the evening, the floating diyas (earthen lamps) provide a superb view to the ghats.