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Rishikesh is a destination of beauty and has a religious significance also. Rishikesh is a place near to Hardwar and is also called the land of Lord Shiva. The literal meaning of Rishikesh is the hair locks of a sage. Apart from the temples of the region, Rishikesh is an ideal destination for river rafting. Rishikesh is the undisputed capital of yoga in the world and there are many yoga centers here. There is a 120 year old Kailash ashram in Rishikesh and many great scholars and saints well versed with Hinduism have come to Rishikesh. Swami Vivekananda was one of them.

Apart from the spirituality aspect of Rishikesh, this place is also the center of backpacking and hiking. India is a land of dreams and adventures. One can enjoy the best in Rishikesh in the areas of spirituality and adventure. World famous band came to Rishikesh in the past and composed many songs in the ashram of Maharishi Mahesh yogi.
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