.Rishikesh is the starting point for travelling to the four Chota Char Dham pilgrimage places — Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. Rishikesh is famous for ayurvedic treatments. Many ayurveda centres are run, where classes are given by ayurvedic doctors. Rishikesh, sometimes nicknamed "Yoga Capital of the World"Over the years, it has established itself as the yoga capital of the world. From the US, Europe and China and Australia, serious yoga students come to learn asanas and kriyas that will help them lead a healthy life. Rishikesh is home to the 133-year-old Kailash Ashram Brahmavidyapitham, an institution dedicated to preserve and promote traditional Vedantic studies. Prominent personalities such as Swami Vivekananda, Swami Rama Tirtha and Swami Sivananda have studied in this institution. Although Rishikesh is famous for yoga schools, the scope of yoga education in Rishikesh has now been expanded to Ayurveda too. There are many schools in Rishikesh which provide Ayurveda and Yoga teacher training programs. Thousands of students come to Rishikesh to learn and experience Ayurveda, Yoga and Panchkarma in Rishikesh. As tourists from all over the world are attracted to Rishikesh for yoga, rafting, and traveling, Rishikesh has become an...
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Lakshman Temple is one of the ancient temples of Rishikesh, devoted to Lakshman, the younger brother of the Hindu Lord Rama.
The temple is located on the right bank of the river Ganga, at a distance of 5 km from Rishikesh. There are engravings and paintings on the walls of the temple, which portray some famous scenes.
The Lakshmana Temple is a 10th-century Hindu temple built by Yashovarman located in Khajuraho, India. It is dedicated to Vaikuntha Vishnu - an aspect of Vishnu.
Site and scale: Part of a complex of 85 temples built from 900-1150 CE (25 now exist) dedicated to Vishnu and built primarily for the purpose of worship in a secluded and safe rural location. Monumental in scale c. 100 feet in length, built on a raised...
Read moreLakshman Temple in Rishikesh is a serene and spiritually significant place located near the iconic Lakshman Jhula. It is believed that Lord Lakshman, brother of Lord Ram, meditated here and crossed the Ganga on a jute rope at this very spot. The present temple structure was built in the early 20th century around 1929 and is beautifully adorned with paintings and idols of various deities. The temple offers a peaceful and divine atmosphere amidst the hustle of Tapovan. It is just a short walk from Lakshman Jhula and attracts devotees and tourists alike. Visiting in the early morning ensures a calm and enriching experience. Entry is free and open from...
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