RIVER RAFTING IN RISHIKESH. RISHIKESH A PILGRIMAGE SPOT TO AN ADVENTURE ZONE
Cleaning your mind and soul, learning asanas, breathing mountain fresh air are just some of the essential elements for a desired vacations. The holy city of Rishikesh is not only well known pilgrimage spot, but also a haven for adventure sport enthusiast. Required currents in the river Ganges provided from the melting snow of gigantic Himalayan passes through this city making it an ideal River Rafting spot. The clean white sand beaches on bays of Ganges makes night camping a memory you always will cherish.
MYTHOLOGY BEHIND THE SACRED WATER OF RIVER GANGES
In Hinduism mythology, sacred river Ganga descended to cleanse souls and heal sufferings from hair locks of Lord Shiva, who resides in Himalayas. A bath in this sacred water washes all sins and gives release to suffering souls.The water flows downward from Himalayas at high speed making several rapids in the city of Rishikesh and adjoining areas like shivpuri and kaudiyala.Despite the water of river and its tributaries get contaminated in several cities like Haridwar and Varanasi, you can still find water here to be very neat and clean.
WHEN TO GO FOR RAFTING
If you are fortunate enough you can enjoy river rafting in Rishikesh when the water levels are high offering more rapids and thrill.Tour operators in Rishikesh offer several packages for river rafting and camping depending on how brave you are. You can try 10 km of rafting, 15 km and so on. If you are a daredevil you can take the entire stretch of 32 km of rafting. There are kayaking options available as well. April to July is considered to be the best season for rafting.
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