10 Temples in Rishikesh that are worth visiting

Rishikesh is situated in the foothills of the Himalayas which makes it a place that is adored for its natural beauty. The city is also known as "The Yoga Capital of the World" as it is famous for yoga, meditation and spirituality. Along with all these things, the city is also popular among religious people as it is known as 'Devbhoomi' which means 'Land of Gods'. 

Rishikesh has a lot of temples that hold religious significance and have true legends about the time when god existed on earth.

 

So, if you plan a trip to Rishikesh anytime soon then we urge you all to visit these 10 temples listed below:

1- Neelkanth Mahadev Temple

It is one of the most popular shrines for the devotees of Lord Shiva because it is believed that the exact position of the temple is the spot where Lord Shiva drank poison during the Samudra Manthan and obtained an elixir. It is located at 1330 meters of height on a hill.

2- Kunjapuri Temple

This temple is dedicated to Goddess Sati and is one of the 50 Shakti-Peeths that people generally go to most during the Navratri season. The temple is located in Narendranagar which is on the outskirts of Rishikesh and upon reaching people get to see beautiful panoramic views of the Himalayas. 

3- Bhootnath Temple

It is believed that Lord Shiva rested at the spot while on his way to marry his wife Sati. Therefore, the temple holds great significance.

4- Trayambakeshwar temple

It is also known as 'Tehra Manzil Mandir' because it is a 13-storied building and attracts thousands of people due to its majestic appearance.

5- Madhuban Ashram

This temple is a very serene and beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Krishna and located near the banks of the holy river Ganga enhancing its value more.

6- Parmarth Niketan

It is an ashram in Rishikesh where people generally go for Kirtan and Bhajans which connects them to the divine power. 

7- Hanuman Mandir

As the name suggests, this temple is dedicated to Hanuman Ji located at the heart of the city and is of major importance. Thus, you must definitely pay a visit to this temple as well.

8- Shatrughna Temple

This temple is located near Ram Jhula which is one of the most famous spots of Rishikesh. This temple is dedicated to the youngest brother of Lord Rama.

9- Virbhadra Temple

This a very old temple dedicated to Lord Shiva's fierce avatar that emerged when his wife Sati sacrificed herself. Every year in Mahashivratri, a mela is organised around the temple.

10- Raghunath Temple

The temple is dedicated to Lord Ram and Sita Mata and the temple also has natural springs also. 

All the aforementioned temples are a must-visit as they hold great religious sentiments as well as have great historic stories that will enrich your whole experience of exploring Rishikesh.