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Quiet forest walking trail in Rishikesh during early morning hours with soft light and no crowds

Quiet Nature Walks in Rishikesh for Those Seeking Stillness

In Rishikesh, peace doesn’t always sit where crowds gather. It doesn’t wait on famous ghats or announce itself on popular trails. Sometimes, it lives a little farther—behind a bend in the forest, along a footpath that looks too ordinary to matter. Many of us arrive in Rishikesh exhausted—not physically, but mentally. Early mornings here carry a different kind of sound. Leaves brushing...

Sustainable Camping in Rishikesh: A Complete Traveler’s Guide

Planning Eco Camping in Rishikesh? Read This Before You Book

As travel becomes more conscious and responsible, eco-friendly camping in Rishikesh has emerged as more than just a trend—it’s becoming a necessity. With the Ganga, forest zones, and fragile Himalayan ecology at its core, Rishikesh demands a style of tourism that gives back to nature rather than exploiting it. This article explains what eco-friendly camping in Rishikesh really means, how it differs...

Things to do in Rishikesh beyond rafting, showing Ganga Aarti, Lakshman Jhula, yoga by the river, and Himalayan surroundings

Things to Do in Rishikesh Beyond Rafting (What Most Travelers Miss)

Rishikesh is often introduced as an adventure destination, with rafting positioned as its defining experience. But once you arrive and spend time beyond the riverbanks, it becomes clear that this Himalayan town is shaped just as much by stillness as it is by speed. From the ritual calm of Triveni Ghat to the ashram-lined stretches near Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh unfolds slowly, rewarding those who pause....

Bajrang Setu glass suspension bridge in Rishikesh with pedestrians walking over the Ganga River

Bajrang Setu Rishikesh – Complete Guide to the New Glass Suspension Bridge

Bajrang Setu is a modern cable suspension bridge constructed across the Ganga River in Rishikesh, developed as the official Lakshman Jhula replacement after the historic bridge was permanently closed in 2019 due to safety concerns. As the new bridge in Rishikesh, it restores a major pedestrian crossing that had remained disrupted for several years. The bridge is currently open to pedestrians, while its...

Different wedding styles being celebrated in Rishikesh including spiritual and nature-based ceremonies

Types of Weddings You Can Host in Rishikesh

Choosing the right destination is not just about location — it’s about fit. Over the years, Rishikesh has evolved into a versatile wedding destination that supports multiple styles of celebrations, from deeply spiritual ceremonies to refined luxury gatherings. What makes Rishikesh stand out is its ability to adapt to the couple’s intent rather than forcing a single format. Here are the main types...

Holi celebration contrast in Rishikesh showing Tapovan’s colorful crowd and a peaceful riverside stay by the Ganga

Holi in Tapovan vs Riverside Rishikesh: Where Will the Festival Feel Better?

Holi in Rishikesh is not a single experience — it changes dramatically based on where you stay. Travelers often imagine one version of Holi and end up booking another. The result is either sensory overload when they wanted peace, or unexpected calm when they hoped for celebration. Read, Holi in Rishikesh 2026: complete celebration guide Tapovan and Riverside Rishikesh offer two completely...

Scenic view of Rishikesh showing river, mountains and forested landscape

Why Rishikesh Is Becoming a Top Wedding Destination in India

Over the past few years, Rishikesh has quietly moved from being a spiritual and wellness retreat to one of India’s most preferred wedding destinations. This rise has not been driven by aggressive marketing or luxury branding, but by a deeper shift in what couples now seek from their wedding celebrations. Instead of scale, couples are prioritising meaning. Instead of noise, they want calm. And instead...

Comparison of Holi camping in Rishikesh showing riverside camps by the Ganga and jungle camps in forest surroundings

Holi Camping in Rishikesh: Riverside vs Jungle Camps – Which Is Better?

Holi camping in Rishikesh has quietly become one of the most searched festival experiences in North India. Travelers today aren’t just looking to celebrate Holi —they want to live it, surrounded by nature, music, colors, and a sense of escape from crowded cities. This is where camping comes in. But once you start researching, a common confusion appears:Should you choose a riverside Holi camp or a...

Couple walking by the Ganga in Rishikesh before their wedding ceremony

Why Couples Are Choosing Rishikesh for Their Wedding

In recent years, destination weddings in India have begun to shift away from sheer grandeur toward meaning, atmosphere, and emotional connection. Lavish palace weddings and crowded beach ceremonies, once considered the ultimate symbols of celebration, are slowly giving way to locations that feel calmer, more intentional, and personally resonant. This change in mindset is one of the biggest reasons why...

Riverside camping at Gattu Ghat near Rishikesh

Gattu Ghat Camps: Quiet Riverside Camping Near Rishikesh

Camping in Rishikesh is often associated with crowded rafting hubs and loud riverside setups. But a little away from the rush, along the calm banks of the Huel River, a quiet tributary that meets the Ganga at Phool Chatti, lies a place that still feels untouched—Gattu Ghat. Gattu Ghat Camps offer a quieter, more grounded riverside camping experience near Rishikesh. Here, the river flows calmly and...