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Top 3 places to go in Rishikesh Market

20/4/2020

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So what can you do on your "yoga day-off"? Want to experience more of real India? Head down to the Rishikesh market and your senses are certain to be awakened - it's all loud, crowded and cramped. It is a typical small Indian city, with lots of shops selling anything from hardware to clothes to electronics and, of course, food. It may seem at first sight that there is nothing particularly interesting for tourists here, but there are a few places which deserves a mention. First off, the Triveni Ghat, a popular ghat with local tourists. The well-built and lovely walking path along the Ganges at Triveni Ghat brings you back to Ram Jhula if you turn left. It makes for a nice walk that is usually not too crowded.

If you really want to enjoy authentic Indian food, head to the famous and crowded Rajasthani Restaurant along the main road. The food here is great though a little spicier than what you get in the Ram/Laxman Jhula areas. They have a very special range of Indian sweets (mithai) as well and if you are there shortly before Diwali, they literally sell hundreds of different varieties. Bear with the crowd, it is worth it. If you can still stomach more, head down to Pappu Lassi across the street in the middle of the market. They sell the creamiest lassi around. What used to be just a popular lassi dispensing machine is now a proper shop with seats! At 30R a cup, it is really a drink not to be missed, especially on a hot day.

I did say top 3 places to visit in Rishikesh market, but if you still have time and are adventurous enough, take a slow hour walk from Rajasthani Restaurant to the Rishikesh Railway Station. It is small and peaceful, very unlike most other Indian train stations. This easy walk is also recommended if you are interested in seeing some local life away from the crowded market.

 

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18/9/2021 10:44:30 am

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  • Rishikesh Transport
    • Getting to Rishikesh
    • Travelling To Rishikesh By Train
    • Getting Around In Rishikesh >
      • Buses Jeeps Taxis from Rishikesh
    • Rishikesh Weather & When To Go
  • Ram/Laxman Jhula?
    • The Different Areas in Rishikesh
    • Ram Jhula/Swargashram
    • Village Jonk
    • Muniki Reti Side of Ram Jhula
    • Swiss Cottage Area
    • Main Laxman Jhula Area
    • Laxman Jhula Area No. 2
    • Lower Tapovan
    • Upper Tapovan
    • Rishikesh City/Rishikesh Market
  • Yoga Satsang & Ashram
    • Rishikesh Ashrams
    • Satsangs
    • Yoga in Rishikesh
    • Ayurveda in Rishikesh
  • Sleep & Eat
  • Rishikesh News
  • Mantras
    • Opening / Shanti Mantra
    • Closing / Shanti Mantras
    • Mahaa Mrityunjaya Mantra
    • Maha Mantra
    • Yogasana Mantra
    • Gayatri Mantra
  • In the region
  • Other Activities In Rishikesh
  • Useful Business Listings
  • About Me
  • Privacy Policy