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Rishikesh

Ghats, ashrams, and handmade instruments — Cool mist settles on weathered stone steps

Best time to visit

March to May and September to November

Rishikesh, located in the Himalayan foothills, experiences a subtropical climate with hot and dry summers, and mild winters. The monsoon season typically brings heavy rainfall from July to September, with a relatively dry period from October to December.

Getting there & around

Rail — Connected to major cities like Delhi and Haridwar by rail
Road — Well-connected by national highways to major cities like Delhi and Dehradun
Auto-rickshaw — Common mode of transportation within the city
Cycle-rickshaw — Another popular option for short distances

Before you go

Do not plan a Rishikesh trip during Kanwar Yatra unless that is the point. Arrive 30-45 minutes before the aarti. Carry cash for the Beatles Ashram. And note the town is vegetarian and alcohol-free
which is worth stating plainly rather than leaving visitors to discover.

Emergency numbers

All-in-one emergency112

Police100

Fire101

Ambulance102

Ambulance (EMRI 108)108

Women's helpline1091

Child helpline1098

Tourist helpline1800-11-1363

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