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Ganga River, Rishikesh — Attraction in Uttarakhand

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Ganga River, Rishikesh
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Parmarth Niketan Ashram
Main Market Road, near Ram Jhula, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304, India
Shatrughana Temple
48F6+6CQ, Shatrughan Temple Muni-Ki-Reti, Shivananda Nagar,Tehri Gharwal, Rishikesh, Uttara, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
Great northern Himalayas
Kharasarot bridge, Near, Ram Jhula, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249137, India
Geeta bhawan
geeta bhawan no. 3 geeta bhawan street, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304, India
Mahadev Mandir
4887+Q7X, Swargashram Rd, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304, India
Madhuban Ashram
Kailash Gate, Ram Jhula, Before, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249137, India
Janaki Bridge
4885+J87, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304, India
Purnanand Ghat
Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249137, India
Ved Niketan Dham
near, ved Niketan Dham, Swargashram, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304, India
Bhootnath Temple Rishikesh
4889+J6Q, Swargashram Rd, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304, India
Nearby restaurants
Chotiwala By The Ganges
Ram Jhula Car Parking First Floor, near Nav Ghaat, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
Kaafe — Best & Widest Ganga View Cafe in Rishikesh
Ram Jhula, near Parmarth Niketan, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304, India
Topiwala Restaurant
Bharat sadhu samaj, Ram Jhula, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304, India
Chotiwala
Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304, India
Tip Top Ganga View Cafe
48C6+5WF, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304, India
Machaan Restaurant
Hotel The Great ganga, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
Aroma By Taste
Ground Floor, Swami Omkarananda Saraswati Rd, near Shree Vitthal Rukhmani Mandir, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
The Office
48C6+4WR, Geeta Bhavan Rd No.3, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304, India
Hridayam at Parmarth
Parmarth Niketan, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249304, India
Indian Fusion restaurant
Khara shrot, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249137, India
Nearby hotels
Yog Niketan By Sanskriti - A Riverside Boutique Resort
parking, NH52, Badrinath Rd, near Ram Jhula, Ganga Vatika, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
Hotel The Great Ganga
near Ram Jhula, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
Omkarananda Ganga Sadan
Badrinath Rd, near Taxi Stand, Shivananda Nagar, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
Rafting Camping Bungee.Jumping Rishikesh The Hills Adventure
Rafting Ending Point, Ram Jhula, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
Hotel Sri Ganga
Badrinath Rd, next to Omkarananda Ganga Sadan, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
Ganga Vatika Boutique Hotel
48F5+47M, Ganga Vatika, Phase II, C-27, Ram Jhula, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
Lamrin Boutique Cottages | Best Hotels In Rishikesh
Cottage No, Ganga Vatika, C-7 & C-10, Phase-2, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
Spatii By the Ganges
Nav Ghat, Rd to Ram Jhula, Ganga Vatika, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
Shri Ganga Blessings
phase 2, Shivanand Marg, D- 4 Ganga vatika, near OIMT College, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
The Ayali, Rishikesh
Ganga Vatika, 2, Badrinath Rd, near Shivanand Ashram, Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
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Ganga River, Rishikesh

48C5+MV4, Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249192, India
4.6(67)
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attractions: Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Shatrughana Temple, Great northern Himalayas, Geeta bhawan, Mahadev Mandir, Madhuban Ashram, Janaki Bridge, Purnanand Ghat, Ved Niketan Dham, Bhootnath Temple Rishikesh, restaurants: Chotiwala By The Ganges, Kaafe — Best & Widest Ganga View Cafe in Rishikesh, Topiwala Restaurant, Chotiwala, Tip Top Ganga View Cafe, Machaan Restaurant, Aroma By Taste, The Office, Hridayam at Parmarth, Indian Fusion restaurant
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Nearby attractions of Ganga River, Rishikesh

Parmarth Niketan Ashram

Shatrughana Temple

Great northern Himalayas

Geeta bhawan

Mahadev Mandir

Madhuban Ashram

Janaki Bridge

Purnanand Ghat

Ved Niketan Dham

Bhootnath Temple Rishikesh

Parmarth Niketan Ashram

Parmarth Niketan Ashram

4.6

(8.3K)

Open 24 hours
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Shatrughana Temple

Shatrughana Temple

4.7

(42)

Open until 8:30 PM
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Great northern Himalayas

Great northern Himalayas

3.8

(50)

Open 24 hours
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Geeta bhawan

Geeta bhawan

4.4

(147)

Open 24 hours
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Nearby restaurants of Ganga River, Rishikesh

Chotiwala By The Ganges

Kaafe — Best & Widest Ganga View Cafe in Rishikesh

Topiwala Restaurant

Chotiwala

Tip Top Ganga View Cafe

Machaan Restaurant

Aroma By Taste

The Office

Hridayam at Parmarth

Indian Fusion restaurant

Chotiwala By The Ganges

Chotiwala By The Ganges

3.5

(2.1K)

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Kaafe — Best & Widest Ganga View Cafe in Rishikesh

Kaafe — Best & Widest Ganga View Cafe in Rishikesh

4.8

(1.8K)

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Topiwala Restaurant

Topiwala Restaurant

3.4

(420)

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Chotiwala

Chotiwala

3.5

(7.6K)

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Reviews of Ganga River, Rishikesh

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5.0
47w

The Ganga in Rishikesh is not just a river; it’s a lifeline of spirituality, serenity, and soul-stirring beauty. My visit to this sacred place was nothing short of transformative.

Standing on the banks, watching the emerald-green waters flow gracefully, I felt an indescribable sense of peace. The sound of the river, combined with the chants from nearby ashrams, creates an atmosphere that touches the core of your being. It’s a place where time seems to pause, allowing you to reconnect with yourself and the universe.

The iconic evening Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat was the highlight of my trip. The sight of lamps floating on the water, the rhythmic clanging of bells, and the devotion of people gathered there created an aura of divinity. It’s a moment that stays with you, reminding you of the beauty of faith and unity.

The river isn’t just about spirituality, though—it’s about life in its purest form. Watching locals, sadhus, and travelers coexist along its banks, I realized how Ganga unites everyone, offering solace and inspiration.

Rishikesh, with the Ganga at its heart, is a sanctuary for anyone seeking healing, adventure, or a deeper connection with nature. This river doesn’t just flow through the land—it flows...

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4.0
30w

The River Ganga in Rishikesh is a breathtaking blend of natural beauty, spiritual energy, and adventure. Flowing fresh and clear from the Himalayan foothills, the river offers a serene escape for those seeking peace through yoga and meditation on its ghats, especially near Parmarth Niketan and Triveni Ghat. At the same time, it thrills adventurers with world-class white-water rafting. The Ganga Aarti at dusk is a deeply moving experience, with chants, lamps, and the river's gentle flow creating a sacred atmosphere. Whether for reflection or excitement, the Ganga in Rishikesh is...

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5.0
24w

📖 गंगा नदी और ऋषिकेश — वेदों में कहाँ उल्लेख है?

🔷 1️⃣ सबसे पहले — गंगा नदी का वैदिक उल्लेख

🌊 गंगा नदी का मूल उल्लेख वेदों में आता है।

ऋग्वेद 10.75 (नदीसूक्तम्) में कई नदियों का उल्लेख है। गंगा का भी स्पष्ट रूप से नाम आता है:

"इमा मे गङ्गे यमुने सरस्वति शुतुद्रि स्तोमं सचता परुष्ण्या। असिक्न्या मरुद्वृधे वितस्तया अरजिकीये शृणुह्या सुशोमे॥" — ऋग्वेद 10.75.5

➡ यहाँ गंगा नदी सबसे पहले आती है। ➡ यह वेदों में गंगा का सबसे प्राचीन प्रमाण है।

अर्थात्, गंगा का अस्तित्व वैदिक काल से ही अत्यंत पवित्र और प्राचीन रहा है।

🔷 2️⃣ क्या ऋषिकेश का उल्लेख वेदों में है?

🔬 उत्तर: "ऋषिकेश" नाम से वेदों में प्रत्यक्ष उल्लेख नहीं है।

ऋषिकेश का नाम बाद के काल में लोक परंपरा और पुराणों से प्रसिद्ध हुआ।

शब्द "ऋषिकेश" का अर्थ — "ऋषीणां केशः" — अर्थात् ऋषियों के केश अर्थात् तपस्थली।

🌿 अर्थ व्युत्पत्ति:

"ऋषि" = तपस्वी, मुनि, साधक

"केश" = शिखर, स्थान, धाम

इसलिए "ऋषिकेश" = ऋषियों का धाम

🔷 3️⃣ वेदों में इस क्षेत्र का परोक्ष संकेत

वेदों में हिमालय, उत्तर दिशा, गंगा तट, तपःस्थली आदि का बार-बार उल्लेख आता है, जो ऋषिकेश क्षेत्र की ओर संकेत करते हैं।

यजुर्वेद (शतपथ ब्राह्मण) में गंगा और हिमालय की महिमा का परोक्ष वर्णन है।

अनेक ऋषियों के तपस्थल हिमालय क्षेत्र माने गये हैं जो बाद में ऋषिकेश कहलाए।

🔷 4️⃣ पुराणों व महाकाव्यों में उल्लेख

स्कन्दपुराण (केदारखण्ड), महाभारत (वनपर्व) आदि में इस क्षेत्र का व्यापक वर्णन है।

श्रीशंकराचार्य द्वारा चारधाम की स्थापना के क्रम में भी ऋषिकेश प्रमुख पड़ाव रहा।

🌼 संक्षिप्त सारांश

विषय वेदों में स्थिति

गंगा नदी प्रत्यक्ष उल्लेख (ऋग्वेद 10.75.5) ऋषिकेश प्रत्यक्ष नाम नहीं, पर संकेतात्मक उल्लेख हिमालय-गंगा तट के रूप में तपस्थली के रूप में ऋषियों के तप की भूमि का उल्लेख

🔖 महत्वपूर्ण वेद मंत्र — गंगा हेतु

"इमा मे गङ्गे यमुने सरस्वति..." — ऋग्वेद 10.75.5

👉 यह मंत्र आज भी हर गंगा स्नान, तर्पण, श्राद्ध, हवन आदि में...

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Renjth NadarRenjth Nadar
Had a great time with my friends in Rishikesh, and one of the best experience in my life was River Drafting in Ganga River. The extremely chilled and clean water, with great Nature view😍😊🤗❣️. I loved it hope you will love it too🤗😊❣️.
Vinay KumarVinay Kumar
It keeps calm my soul.HAR HAR MAHADEV it is a very deep river so take bath with proper security. And if you got any type of injury only you are the responsible for it. And yes join the GANGA Aarti 🚩
SHIVAM GOPCHADESHIVAM GOPCHADE
Must do river rafting here to get value to your trip. I would recommend to do it in morning so day can be spent visiting other sites.
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Had a great time with my friends in Rishikesh, and one of the best experience in my life was River Drafting in Ganga River. The extremely chilled and clean water, with great Nature view😍😊🤗❣️. I loved it hope you will love it too🤗😊❣️.
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It keeps calm my soul.HAR HAR MAHADEV it is a very deep river so take bath with proper security. And if you got any type of injury only you are the responsible for it. And yes join the GANGA Aarti 🚩
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Must do river rafting here to get value to your trip. I would recommend to do it in morning so day can be spent visiting other sites.
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