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Journey to the Divine: 8 Days in Rishīkesh

mohan krishna

mohan krishna

22 Nov 2023

Embark on a spiritual adventure in the heart of Uttarakhand, India. Discover ancient temples, immerse in the serene Ganga, and experience the legacy of The Beatles. Join me on this transformative journey to Rishīkesh!

Day 1The Divine Life Society (Sivananda Ashram)
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$2

The Divine Life Society (Sivananda Ashram)
Bright, ornate ashram on the river banks with meditation sessions & yoga courses.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$1
Day 2Lakshman Temple & LUCKY HOTEL - On the holy Ganga
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$0

Lakshman Temple
Hindu temple on the banks of the Ganges River, known for its decorative wall engravings.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Free
47 - 70 min

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LUCKY HOTEL - On the holy Ganga
9:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Free
Day 3The Beatles Ashram, Rishikesh
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$3

The Beatles Ashram, Rishikesh
Ashram where the pop band once stayed in the ’60s, now featuring Beatles art & graffiti.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$3
Day 4Gita Bhawan, Rishikesh & Trayambakeshwar, Om Shiv Pooja bhandar
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$2

Gita Bhawan, Rishikesh
Riverfront ashram offering a temple, devotee housing, retail shops & a large banyan tree.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$1
6 - 8 min

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Trayambakeshwar, Om Shiv Pooja bhandar
This 13-story Hindu temple perched along the banks of the Ganges River is open to the public.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
Day 5Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple & Gurdwara Sri Hemkunt Sahib, Rishikesh UK
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$0

Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple
Mountainside temple & mythological site where the Hindu deity Shiva consumed poison from the sea.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
72 - 87 min

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Gurdwara Sri Hemkunt Sahib, Rishikesh UK
Sprawling Sikh holy place set amid towering, rugged mountains & attracting thousands of pilgrims.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
Day 6Triveni Ghat
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Triveni Ghat
Elaborate statues & other structures line this spiritual site on the banks of the Ganges River.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
Day 7Serenity and Reflection
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Day 8Farewell to Rishīkesh
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Budget breakdown: $5 In total

Activities & Food:$5