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Being a religious destination, majority of the sightseeing locations at Rishikesh have religious connotations. There are several temples and ashrams that can be visited in and around Rishikesh like Parmarth Niketan and Gita Ashram. Rajaji Tiger Reserve, situated near Rishikesh, is famous for a wildlife safari. Neelkanth Mahadev temple, Kunjapuri Temple and Bharat Mandir are visited by thousands of devotees.
There are more than 30 tourist spots in Rishikesh where travellers can spent their leisure time and enjoy their vacation. Explore the hidden gems of Rishikesh and get ready to learn about the most happening places, things to do, famous picnic spots for a memorable vacation in Rishikesh.
Let’s start the exploration, first place is Lakshman Jhula. Lakshman Jhula is an iron suspension bridge over the holy river Ganga at Rishikesh. This famous landmark place of Rishikesh, Lakshman Jhula is 450 feet length connecting Pauri district with Tehri district. Lakshman Jhula also offers a panoramic view of river Ganga and Rishikesh city having number of temples.
Lakshman Jhula in Rishikesh
Lakshman Jhula – History & Mythology
As per legends, here Lord Rama younger brother Lakshman crossed the river Ganga on a jute rope. Later on a jute rope bridge was built here to honour Lakshman. Till 1889, there was a 284 feet long hanging jute rope bridge which was washed away in floods of October 1924. After that a new bridge was built in 1930.
How To Reach Lakshman Jhula:-
Lakshman Jhula is located in Rishikesh city and one can reach here by sharing auto. Nearest railway station to reach Lakshman Jhula is Rishikesh railway station (4 kms) and airport at Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (22 kms).
