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Haridwar and Rishikesh
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Overview
The cities of Haridwar and Rishikesh in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand are second only to Benares among the many holy cities in India. In its literal sense, Haridwar means "the abode of Lord Vishnu," and every year, millions of people come here to participate in an annual pilgrimage. Another fantastic weekend getaway with stunning natural surroundings is Rishikesh. Due to their holiness, Haridwar and Rishikesh are both meat- and alcohol-free cities. The "twin national heritage cities" are Haridwar and Rishikesh.
Suggested Duration - 2-4 days
What To Expect?
Take a fun day trip to the nearby Rajaji National Park, where you can explore the dense jungle and see herds of free-roaming elephants. Go a little further to Shivpuri, the home of Lord Shiva, which is dotted with numerous temples devoted to the presiding deity, or take a picnic in the lap of nature at the charming village of Byasi.
Tips
- Try to get up early and enjoy the scenic beauty.
- The tower of the phones gets disconnected as you go up.
- Always carry water bottles with you.
Exploring a destination...
The joy of travel comes in exploring new things. Planting your feet somewhere you’ve never been before brings with it the rush of discovery and the joy of pushing back on the boundaries of your world.
But when one does arrive at that fresh frontier, there are ways better than others to begin your journey of discovery. Follow these steps and see the world with a new light.
• Discover a new city through a food tour. Food tour’s are the easiest way to take a tour, learn about the local delicacies, and the best of all, get great tips that aren’t just “local” tips for tourists, but sometimes, lessons for a lifetime too
• Use Public Transportation. When you are in a new city, you can possibly see places and people that you wouldn’t normally see when simply walking to the places that checks your list. Some buses or rails take you to parts of the city you wouldn’t get to see otherwise. Whilst using public transportation, just ensure that you are following the local norms and do remember to watch the locals!
• Find a local festival. Go beyond what other tourists might do while visiting a place. Look for the unique things you would want to do. Use social media or the local tourism website to find out what’s going on locally. You may have to move out of the center of the city to do some of the less popular but more unique things, so just keep that in mind!
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