Rishikesh, now a tourist spot in Uttrakhand is one
of my favorite travel destinations - mainly for its beauty and its charm. There
are very few places on this planet where you get peace as well as fun at the
same time. Rishikesh is one of those elite places. Last year, I went to
Rishikesh for my holidays. The place is now known as the hub of adventure
sports like rafting and rock climbing in India. We also went with the same
perspective in mind. What we discovered and experienced was truly unbelievable
and exciting. Its not just a place for adventure sports but also a prominent
religious centre for Shiva worshipers, the Aghoris. the influence of Marijuana
and the serene locations usually make it a desired destination for artists and
creative minds. While trekking, we discovered some prominent temples and city
locations that were unknown to us. Hills, rivers, soothing wind, aghoris etc
all these mysterious elements make
Rishikesh. Not to mention, Rishikesh is currently growing as an
industrial city as well. Recent advancements such as the opening up of AIIMS in
Rishikesh makes it a hot spot for medical tourism.
How amazing it is that such chance discoveries lead to your personal growth! While experiencing the mysticism in these places, you deeply introspect into your conscience, your behaviour and even into ideas of Karma and salvation. Being a traveler myself, I feel these places in a way help you to find yourself - the real you - the one that is so often lost in the hustle and bustle of the crowds in cities.
The video above shows some of the hidden elements of
Rishikesh which will hopefully tempt you to visit this beautiful place - one
of pure spirituality - currently in the
process of being ruined by the upcoming commercialization of the place after
the video.
By Ritwik Awasthi
Thank you for presenting a refreshing glimpse of Rishikesh. An additional input could be about Haridwar - as both these places are visited together usually.
ReplyDeleteBeUtiful indeed! But let us remember we must have the eyes to see and the mind and soul tofeel! Rathna
DeleteNever been to Rishikesh, but I think the entire region at the foothills of the Himalayas is almost ethereally beautiful. No wonder people in search of their spiritual roots have always been attracted to their majesty and their power.
ReplyDeleteWell rendered ... Makes a reader wanna go experience . :-)
ReplyDeleteWell rendered ... Makes a reader wanna go experience . :-)
ReplyDeleteNever been there but will definitely go there sometime soon!
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ReplyDeleteAppreciate your effort for presenting a non touristy aspect of Rishikesh.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree with you, travelling triggers spiritual growth. Rishikesh has been on my travel list for a very long time now. Your article has reinforced my desire to visit the place and experience all that it has to offer.
ReplyDeleteWell written. :)
ReplyDeleteMy grandpa visited this place.. More than relegion nature is the spiritual teacher here.... It is indeed true that traveling experiences make us grow
ReplyDeleteI dont really remember visiting rishikesh when i was a child. But after reading this and after seeing this video i would really love to visit this place. Visiting such places indeed gives you the opportunity to feel close to nature.
ReplyDeleteNice work done ritwik awasthi.
Your blog has definitely tempted me to visit Rishikesh at least once during this lifetime.. well written Awasthi :)
ReplyDeleteNice video and article.
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