The essence of nature cannot be expressed. It can only be experienced. By living in the midst of nature and in the way nature intended. Rishikesh Valley is built to be a destination within a destination. A place from where you can not only enjoy the best of Rishikesh but also the best of nature. From Rishikesh Valley one can not only go for river rafting and trekking but also indulge in relaxing massages, organic eating and more that relaxes, rejuvenates and recharges your mind and body. Rishikesh Valley is surrounded by centuries old Himalayan forests and undisturbed tranquility you can bond with nature in the most pleasurable way possible.
Parmarth Niketan is an ashram located in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand (Dev Bhoomi), India. Parmarth Niketan is situated in the lap of the lush Himalayas, along the banks of the Ganges. The ashram was founded in 1942 by Pujya Swami Shukdevanandji Maharaj (1901–1965). Since 1986, Pujya Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji Maharaj is the President and Spiritual Head of Parmarth Niketan. As the largest ashram in Rishikesh with over 1000 rooms, Parmarth Niketan provides a clean, pure and sacred atmosphere as well as abundant, beautiful gardens to thousands of pilgrims, who come from all corners of the Earth.
The major sporting activity in Rishikesh is White Water Rafting. It has grown to a well-liked and adventurous spot for white water rafting enthusiasts as the place offers a impressive experience of medium to very tough and rough rapids in the regions of River Ganges. Many adventurous tourists both from India and overseas visit this place to experience the real challenges of white water rafting.
Lying by the holy Ganga River, Triveni Ghat (a river bank) is a sacred ghat that is used mainly for bathing by the pilgrims. The most popular attraction of this ghat is the everyday event of event Ganga Aarti where River Goddess Ganga is worshipped on a daily basis. This event is also termed as Maha Aarti. A huge, amazing and memorable affair, this prayer ceremony is attended by a huge number of devotees as well as visitors. This action is accompanied by bells, beating drums, and chanting of bhajans. In the end, diyas (earthen lamps) are kept on flower-filled leaf boats and are released into the holy waters. The whole event of sound and light is simply unforgettable.
