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Rishikesh

Yoga capital of the world on holy Ganges

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Famous For

Yoga & Meditation
River Rafting
Laxman Jhula
Ganga Aarti
Best Time to Visit: September to November, February to May

Right Now in Rishikesh

25°C

Thunderstorm

Feels like

32°C

Humidity

94%

Wind

1 km/h

WEATHER IN Rishikesh

Summer

April - June

35°C - 45°C

Hot and dry in plains, pleasant in hill stations

Monsoon

July - September

25°C - 35°C

Heavy rainfall, humid, occasional floods in plains

Winter

November - February

5°C - 20°C

Cold, foggy mornings, perfect for sightseeing

Snowfall

December - February

Kashmir, Himachal, Uttarakhand

Heavy snowfall in Himalayan regions, ideal for skiing

Accommodation

Prices per night in Indian Rupees

hostel₹200-400/night
budget₹500-1200/night
mid range₹1500-3500/night
luxury₹4000-7000/night
ultra luxury₹8000+/night

Public Transport

Getting around the city

auto₹20-100/trip
shared taxi₹10-30/trip
bike rental₹300-600/day

Shopping Guide

Where to shop and what to buy

Ram Jhula Market

Yoga accessories, spiritual items

Laxman Jhula Market

Handicrafts, jewelry

Triveni Ghat

Religious items, rudraksha

Food Guide - Rishikesh

Street Food

Local Snacks

₹20-50

Regional street food specialties

Local Cuisine

Regional Thali

₹100-200

Complete local meal platter

Foreign Cuisine

Chinese

₹150-300

Indo-Chinese dishes available

Safety Tips

Stay safe during your visit

Follow ashram rules if staying in one

Be cautious during river rafting

Avoid isolated areas at night

Carry modest clothing for temples

Emergency Numbers in India

100
Police
102 / 108
Ambulance
1091
Women Helpline
1363
Tourist Helpline
FOR ANY EMERGENCY
📱 Dial 112
All-in-one emergency number (like 911 in USA)

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