#RISHIKESH
Long ago, a young seeker named Ravi traveled to Rishikesh in search of spiritual enlightenment. He spent his days meditating on the banks of the Ganges, seeking guidance from the wise sages who lived in the hills.
One day, while exploring the forest, Ravi stumbled upon a hidden cave. Inside, he found a wise old yogi who revealed to him the secrets of the universe and the power of the Ganges.
The yogi told Ravi that the Ganges was not just a river, but a symbol of spiritual purification and transformation. He taught Ravi how to listen to the river's whispers and understand its ancient wisdom.
Ravi spent many months learning from the yogi and the river. He discovered his true purpose and found inner peace. From that day on, he lived a life of service, sharing the wisdom of Rishikesh with all who sought it.
To this day, people say that if you listen closely to the Ganges in Rishikesh, you can still hear the whispers of ancient wisdom, guiding you on your own path to enlightenment.
#GANGAARATI
- The Ganga Aarti is performed at dusk in Rishikesh, which involves chanting mantras, singing bhajans and prayers around a fire
- The ceremony is performed at three main locations in Rishikesh: Triveni Ghat, Shatrughan Ghat and Parmarth Niketan
- Triveni Ghat Aarti timings are 5:30 p.m. in winter and 6:30 p.m. in summer
- Shatrughan Ghat Aarti timings are 6 to 7 p.m. but from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in winter
- Parmarth Niketan Aarti timings are 5 to 6:30 p.m. in summer and 4:30 to 6 p.m. in winter
- It is advisable to arrive at least an hour before the scheduled time to ensure a good view of the ceremony
#RamJhula:
- An iron suspension bridge across the river Ganges
- Located 1.9 miles northeast of central Rishikesh
- Connects the Sivananda Nagar area of Muni Ki Reti to the Swargashram area
- Built in 1986 with a span of 750 feet
- Motorcycles are allowed on the bridge
#LaxmanJhula
- Located downstream from Ram Jhula
- Situated at a height of 70 feet and is 450 feet long
- Connects the villages of Tapovan and Jonk
- Permanently closed due to safety concerns, but a new glass bridge is being built beside it
- Pedestrians are still allowed to use the bridge, but motorbikes are prohibited
#jankisetu
Here are some key points to know about the Janki Setu bridge in Rishikesh
- Named after Lord Ram's wife, Goddess Sita
- Rishikesh's first three-lane suspension bridge
- Connects Muni Ki Reti to the Swargashram area
- Located near the Ram Jhula bridge
- Total length of 346 meters
- Width of 3.90 meters
- Built in 2013 and opened to the public in 2023
- Expected to increase tourism and trade in the area
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5 сен 2024
