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What to do and see in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do
The holy city of Rishikesh, in the base of the Himalayas, holds deep cultural and spiritual significance for local Hindus. Sacred rivers and mountains set the scene for yoga and reflective hikes, and rafting here is an absolute must. The Beatles got in touch with their Eastern spiritual side here, writing several songs during a 1968 stint at a local ashram.
Restaurants in Rishikesh
1. Yoga Vini
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5.0 based on 145 reviews
Yoga Vini is a certified yoga and Ayurveda school in Rishikesh, India, offering RYT 200 Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Courses. We're aiming to encourage more and more people to seek peace and happiness within themselves rather than in the external world, and providing the ancient tools of yoga and Ayurveda as was discovered by Indian sages more than 5000 years ago. Our insightful and unique program is based on our belief in the importance of the spine; how it connects our outer and innermost being, and making the ancient tools of asana, pranayama and meditation more connected and easier to understand.
Reviewed By 242miriand
It was the best decision in my life, exactly what I was looking for in a TTC, and MUCH MORE. Vini is very passionate teacher, with long experience and really huge knowledge. You will learn with him a lot about yoga philosofy, anathomy, pranayama and asana practise, but what makes the difference with this TTC in my humble opinion is the way Vini teaches from his heart which is very touching, telling us in MANY different ways how YOGA is a powerful tool that helps us to live the life that WE WANT!! We are creators of our lifes, being awareness about how we use our mind and energy is so important and sometimes we forget it!! He also gave me a deeper understanding about the importance of the movement of the spine and futher, I really know after this month how to make safer my asana practise, with the proper movement in order to protect my spine. Very happy to meet Tina, who is wonderful teacher as well, lovely and supportive, and her classes very demanding and challenging!! Also Kota and Hiroko always very friendly and willing to help anytime. And all the Indian stuff who work in the Guess House are amazing. I can not feel more grateful and full of love after this month. It have been very intensive emotional, mental and physical, but in only one month with discipline, hard work and the proper ayurvedic food you will see BIG changes in your body for sure, but also mind and energy! My approuch of life have changed a lot, I can see and feel the beauty everywhere!! I am very happy with this experience, very powerfull!! I really recomend this TTC... A way back to life.... Thanks, thanks and thanks. Arigato, Namasteeee. Mirian
2. Shiv Gauri Pashmina World
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5.0 based on 169 reviews
Luxury Pashmina | Shawls | Scarves | Sarees | Carpets |Cashmere Scarves | Silk Jackets | Papier Mache | All Indian Handicrafts | Block Print Bed Sheets | Kani- Handmade Shawls | Gem Stones | Precious Stones | Hand Embroidered Shawls | The Best Place to shop in Laxman Jhula Rishikesh.
Reviewed By Neerajanandmaharaj
I stayed at shiv gauri home stay, 1st floor of pashmina world. Beautiful shop of pashmina shawls I have never seen before. Buy so many shawls for winters. Love to visit again
3. Trip India Holidays
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5.0 based on 377 reviews
Trip India Holidays which specializes in outdoor adventures is a brain child of Dev Chauhan and Chandan Chauhan who have been into the business for the last 20 years. Completely passionate about getting people to the mountain and make them feel the great culture and adventure which reside here by getting them close to the people who reside here.
4. Spiritual India Tours
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5.0 based on 48 reviews
Spiritual India is a Rishikesh based guided tour and travel company of international repute. We create spiritual journeys, holiday tours, honeymoon tours, luxury escapes and Yoga retreats for travelers and groups who wish to experience the nature and culture of India's most scared and beautiful places.
5. Cooking Masala
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5.0 based on 215 reviews
Here at Cooking Masala we are deeply passionate about cooking, an art form that brings families and communities together and that extends through all cultures and ages. India is especially famous for it's vast and diverse cuisines, which has been influenced through the years by such cultures as Portuguese, Arabic, British and Persian.
Reviewed By AlanRowoth - Syracuse, United States
This was the first thing I decided to do when planning my trip. I have never seen such great reviews on the Trip advisor for any attraction. I had high expectations, but Amit and his wife exceeded them on every level. They were so friendly and accessible. Explaining everything in perfect detail. He handed out sheets with all the recipes and detailed instructions, as well as an overview of the spices. A lot of good cooks can’t tell you why they cook the way they do. They learned from someone and never asked the science behind the rule. They know what to do, but they don’t know why. He can tell you exactly why you cook the aromatic spices in the oil, but add the flavor spices later. He can tell you how to tell if you are overcooking, undercooking, or just right. He knows much of the history of food. We asked a lot of questions and he answered every one clearly and fully. He even offered to accept our questions over WhatsApp if we got stumped when we got home. Amit let me shoot pictures and videos of our entire experience. It was a perfect afternoon. The class was very hands on letting us measure, mix, and cook our own pots. Sometimes if you study with a master, you feel later like everything was a blur and you didn’t really absorb anything. I left this class with a high degree of confidence that I can replicate the results in my own kitchen. That I can use his “Magic Sauce” as a jumping off place to create my own unique fusion dishes using locally sourced, seasonally ripe ingredients from my home in upstate NY. If you have food sensitivities, he spoke about substitutions to make vegan, vegetarian, or lactose free versions of the dishes. He explained each of the primary spices, what they are used for and how they can balance each other. He taught us the difference between aromatic and flavor spices and how to use them. Some, like black pepper can serve in both roles. He owns a spice shop and has crafted some special spice blends perfectly balanced for certain dishes. I have had this experience with Thai foods too. Sometimes the flavors are so complex that it’s virtually impossible to replicate the exact flavor when cooking family size portions. The measurements are just so subtle. Some of his more exotic spice blends contains 25 or more spices in a precise mixture. Even just to stock the discreet spices at home would be ridiculously expensive. His magic sauce is easy to replicate and is the building block that the more subtle flavors stack on top of. I was especially interested in his chai because my chai experiences in USA have often been disappointing. His chai is my favorite and the cooking technique foolproof. You can also get his perfectly blended chai spice, premade. I’m bursting with joy from the experience. I could talk for hours, but just go. You will talk about it and use your new skills for the rest of your life.
6. Inbound Adventure Tours
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5.0 based on 220 reviews
Inbound adventure tours is an adventure travel based company in Rishikesh. registered & certified by uttarakhand tourism development board. owned by river professionals. we provide internationally certified safety equipment for river trips.we have highly qualified & well equipped river team. we provide safety kayaker for extra river safety in each and every rafting trip. Our rafting trips are fun and learning. We not only take care of you in the river but also take care of your emotions and personnel space. Our river guides has been guiding Indian Himalayan rivers for more than a decade and are highly professional. You will always see them smiling and sharing their experiences all the time. Our camping trips are equally fun. We believe good food and good location always makes makes us good host. Our camp staff takes cares of high hygiene. We always have stories to share and you are always welcome to be the part of our small family. Your safety is our prime motive.
7. Rishikesh Rafting Trip
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
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