Some Secrets of the Beatles Ashram in Rishikesh

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram is now more famous as Beatles Ashram. The Beatles were famous English rock band from 1960s. Beatles visited this ashram in February 1968.  The visit of the Beatles is very important in history of Rishikesh. Due to this visit of the Beatles Rishikesh was came into world news and get the image of Yoga Meditation Destination. John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr &  George Harrison – popularly known as The Bealtes  stayed here to learn Transcendental Meditation from Maharishi Mahesh Yogi.They also written 48 songs here. They came with their girlfriends and wives for 3 month long course on Transcendental Meditation. However most of them just returned after two weeks.

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Kunjapuri Devi Temple in Rishikesh.

Kunjapuri is a Hindu temple dedicated to goddess Kunjadevi, a local deity that commands high respect from local population. The temple is near 29km drive from Rishikesh city and easily accessible. From the hill top where the temple is built you get a panoramic view of Indian Himalayan range with several prominent peaks like Chaukhamba and Sumeru visible.A great way to enjoy the surrounding region is by taking a hike to the temple from Rishikesh. If going uphill is hard then you can do a downhill trek as well and still enjoy the mountains and villages of Garhwal Himalayas.

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Chopta-Tungnath-Chandrashila Trek in Uttarakhand

Rishikesh to Chopta Tungnath chandrashilla trek considered as a one among the high demanded mountain range trekking packages in India and brings the legendary values for both the religious and the sporty trekkers. We go through our following detains to higher perceive.The weather of Chopta remains snow covered from December mid to march, In the winter time, the choice of accommodation is restricted due to strong cold and less tourists. Sometime the trek becomes tougher. In the winter season woolens clothes are suggested to carry.

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Rishikesh White Water River Rafting

Rishikesh is unique city which has something to offer for everyone. Rishikesh is also known as River Rafting Capital of India. Rishikesh attracts thousands of adventure lovers every year. River Ganges from the Gangotri glacier to Ganga Sagar is one of the most holy rivers in India.Starting from Gangotri Glacier to Rishikesh it makes its way throughout the mountainous route.Only few rivers in the world have the mystique of the Ganges, the living mother Goddess of the India. Rafting on its water of wisdom is certainly an unusual experience. Enjoy and explore the life time experience on a date with mother Ganges.

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History of the Neelkanth Temple in Rishikesh.

According to the mythological stories, this is the place where Lord Shiva consumed the poison that appeared from the 'Sagar Manthan' (churning of ocean). After drinking the poison, Lord Shiva's throat turned blue and since then, Lord Shiva is also known as 'Neelkantha' (The one having blue throat).
This temple was established to pay regards to Lord Shiva. The temple has an ancient architecture and a very beautiful complex, comprising of a one natural spring where devotees take a holy bath before entering the premises of the temple. The sanctum sanctorum of the temple houses a ‘Shiv Lingam’, the idol of the presiding deity in a phallic form.

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Rishikesh International Yoga Festival.

People from various countries and religions make this festival not only related to yoga but it is also feels like cultural festival. Rishikesh is naturally blessed with scenic beauty. People love to learn yoga in Rishikesh than anywhere else in the world. That make Rishikesh best place for the International Yoga Festival. Most of the people believe that yoga is physical exercise but yoga is far beyond that. Yoga in not only for body but it is also for our mind and soul. Yoga means Union. Union of breath with body, mind with muscles and also union of self with divine. Yoga is not related to any religion.

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Gangotri Dham in Uttarakhand.

The holy watercourse Ganga is understood to be originated from Gangotri itself, through the prayer created by king Bhagirath. Gangotri lies at an elevation of 3, 200 meters in Uttarkashi district where thousands of adorer visits scrub away their sins within the age of salvation. The river is believed to be the sacred supply of purity and quality and then before visiting the temple, devotees take a holy dip during this mighty watercourse. The original temple was created by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa within the early years of the eighteenth century and later remodeled by the maharaja of Jaipur.

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